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Movie night: Nim's Island

When my mom was in town three weeks ago, we took her and the kids to see Nim's Island with Jodie Foster and Abigail Bresline and loved it. It was a thrilling, enjoyable family movie and I recommend it with a personal rating of 5 out of 5. It did not disappoint me in the least. Check out the trailer, then go see it if you haven't already for an adventurous, exciting story with a happy ending, which as you may know, is my favorite.
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Julie said…
You know you haven't been to the movies in forever when you don't even recognize the titles of movies that are out now! Isn't that sad. But I like your movie reviews....it will help me prioritize which ones to see when I can finally make it to the theatre.
June 14, 2008 12:06 AM
Hildie said…
I thought this was a great movie for the whole family. Except for two year-olds. They'll hate it. Ask me how I know!
June 14, 2008 7:27 AM
they call me mommy said…
Great! I'll have to rent this one for my kids when it comes out.
June 15, 2008 12:37 AM
Callisto said…
I've been dying to see this movie! I'm glad it was good; now I feel like I am justified in going to see it.
June 16, 2008 12:41 AM
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