Charlotte’s Web
Dvd release date: 04/03/2007
Starring: Dakota Fanning, Julia Roberts
Director: Gary Winick
Category: Children & Family
Rated: G
The classic story of loyalty, trust, and sacrifice comes to life in this live-action adaptation. Fern (Dakota Fanning) is one of only two living beings who sees that Wilbur is a special animal as she raises him, the runt of the litter, into a terrific and radiant pig. As Wilbur moves into a new barn, he begins a second profound friendship with the most unlikely of creatures – a spider named Charlotte – and their bond inspires the animals around them to come together as a family. When the word gets out that Wilbur’s days are numbered, it seems that only a miracle will save his life. A determined Charlotte – who sees miracles in the ordinary – spins words into her web in an effort to convince the farmer that Wilbur is “some pig” and worth saving. (Publisher)
Summary of critic ratings:
Chicago Tribune: *** (out of four)
New York Post: **1/2 (out of four)
USA Today: ***1/2 (out of four)
Overall: *** (out of four)
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