Bridge to Terabithia - Page 2

Gutmutter · 02-28-2007, 06:41 PM

We did go. She had read the book in school, and I had read it when my kids had to, so it wasn't a surprise for either of us. I think if you're going to take a young kid you should read the spoilers so you know what to expect. I thought it was well done. Took me a while to place the music teacher, so if that kind of thing drives you crazy - she's the girl in Elf that Will Farrell hooks up with. She was blonde in that movie and black hair in this one.

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Bearcata · 03-04-2007, 07:54 PM

I remember reading the book once or twice as a kid but I don't remember all the fantasy elements. Yeah the end of the book is very bitter sweet and I don't know if I would take a very young kid but 8 or 9 would be OK. To me it was more of a coming of age book than a fantasy novel. Somewhat like the "Summer of My German Soldier".

Bandy · 03-14-2007, 12:33 PM

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Originally Posted by momof2dogs

I saw this with my 10 year old son and some of his friends. None of us had read the book, so based on the trailers, they were expecting a Narnia-type movie. Of course those of you who've read the book, know better. The twist at the end is incredibly sad. The other mom and I were crying like crazy and our sons felt disappointed that it wasn't the movie they thought they were seeing. The characters were really well done, and the actors were great. But if I had known more about the movie, I wouldn't have taken my son. It probably would work better for a girl.

Gutmutter, I think it's OK for a 9 year old (after all, we survived some pretty sad movies as a kid - remember Old Yeller?) but LG, age 6 might be too young.

You are so right, only we took a 9, 10, 11, and 12 yr old girls and the youngest did not know what would happen and it was horrible, tears, serious crying. Especially since as you say she was absolutely expecting a narnia, magic land type movie. This taught me a lesson I have lived by thus far, read the book or see the movie first or at least know what will happen.I usually do this but didn't this time and the two older girls, cousins, had read the book.

I hate that the previews make it look like they will spend the movie in that magic world. Sadly you only get to really see that place in one scene.

Anyone going to see the Last Mimzy? Has anyone read the book? Any tips or spoilers you can give?

Bearcata · 03-14-2007, 03:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Bandy

You are so right, only we took a 9, 10, 11, and 12 yr old girls and the youngest did not know what would happen and it was horrible, tears, serious crying. Especially since as you say she was absolutely expecting a narnia, magic land type movie. This taught me a lesson I have lived by thus far, read the book or see the movie first or at least know what will happen.I usually do this but didn't this time and the two older girls, cousins, had read the book.

I hate that the previews make it look like they will spend the movie in that magic world. Sadly you only get to really see that place in one scene.

Anyone going to see the Last Mimzy? Has anyone read the book? Any tips or spoilers you can give?

Its actually based on a short story, check wikipedia. Looks cute want to take the 9 yr old.

Uncle David · 06-23-2007, 05:15 AM

I watched this movie on DVD for the first time. I didn't see it in the theatre because of the trailers. Wasn't in the mood for a Narnia type movie when it was out. I LOVED THIS MOVIE, but I hated the ending. I smiled and laughed through the movie until I started to tear up, and then sob. Well told story, well acted. Just a joy.

Don't understand why they had to ruin it with the sappy ending. Would have been happy if he just took May Belle to the bridge and started walking across.

Still, if you haven't seen it, rent it.

nilesgirl · 08-13-2007, 07:56 PM

I've now watched this twice on On Demand. Once by myself and tonight with my husband. I sobbed like a baby both times. I loved this movie. This has to go in my collection. Next up: Stardust and Golden Compass. I absolutely love these kinds of movies. Yes we only got to really see "Terabithia" in one scene but I still loved the story.

talldede · 08-14-2007, 12:47 AM

I took my almost 8 year old and 10 year old to Terabithia. GREAT movie, we loved it, and the bittersweet ending provided some great conversation between all three of us.

P.S. Mimzy is cute, not as good as Terabithia, but worth a rental.

Spad1918 · 08-14-2007, 02:30 PM

This movie was good and it made me well up, like not movie has done in about 22 years.

02-28-2007, 06:41 PM	#11
Gutmutter awkward Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: winners' circle Posts: 6,167	We did go. She had read the book in school, and I had read it when my kids had to, so it wasn't a surprise for either of us. I think if you're going to take a young kid you should read the spoilers so you know what to expect. I thought it was well done. Took me a while to place the music teacher, so if that kind of thing drives you crazy - she's the girl in Elf that Will Farrell hooks up with. She was blonde in that movie and black hair in this one. __________________ Count your blessings!

03-04-2007, 07:54 PM	#12
Bearcata what a strong finger Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: the edge of the beltway Posts: 8,053	I remember reading the book once or twice as a kid but I don't remember all the fantasy elements. Yeah the end of the book is very bitter sweet and I don't know if I would take a very young kid but 8 or 9 would be OK. To me it was more of a coming of age book than a fantasy novel. Somewhat like the "Summer of My German Soldier". __________________ "When life gives you lemons, squirt lemon juice in your enemy's eyes."

06-23-2007, 05:15 AM	#15
Uncle David I bwoke by doze! Join Date: May 2005 Location: On the edge Posts: 3,712	Re: Bridge to Terabithia I watched this movie on DVD for the first time. I didn't see it in the theatre because of the trailers. Wasn't in the mood for a Narnia type movie when it was out. I LOVED THIS MOVIE, but I hated the ending. I smiled and laughed through the movie until I started to tear up, and then sob. Well told story, well acted. Just a joy. Don't understand why they had to ruin it with the sappy ending. Would have been happy if he just took May Belle to the bridge and started walking across. Still, if you haven't seen it, rent it.

08-13-2007, 07:56 PM	#16
nilesgirl Go Pats! Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Massachusetts Age: 37 Posts: 4,760	Re: Bridge to Terabithia I've now watched this twice on On Demand. Once by myself and tonight with my husband. I sobbed like a baby both times. I loved this movie. This has to go in my collection. Next up: Stardust and Golden Compass. I absolutely love these kinds of movies. Yes we only got to really see "Terabithia" in one scene but I still loved the story. __________________ Hurley: (holding up a Jesus statue) I don't know. I thought there might be a prowler or something. Mrs. Reyes: (grabbing the statue) Jesus Christ is not a weapon! - LOST "There's No Place Like Home Pt. 1

08-14-2007, 12:47 AM	#17
talldede It's all Black & White Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Arizona Posts: 2,616	Re: Bridge to Terabithia I took my almost 8 year old and 10 year old to Terabithia. GREAT movie, we loved it, and the bittersweet ending provided some great conversation between all three of us. P.S. Mimzy is cute, not as good as Terabithia, but worth a rental.

08-14-2007, 02:30 PM	#18
Spad1918 FORT Fan Join Date: Jan 2003 Posts: 300	Re: Bridge to Terabithia This movie was good and it made me well up, like not movie has done in about 22 years.