Not for a kid

Rating: 2/10 (24 November 2007)

This movie can't decide if it wants to be whimsical for the kids or moving/romantic for adults. I took a 9 year. First, it needs a good editor. Then edit out most of Robin Williams who is pedophile-creepy. Show more of the Irish brothers, Keri Russel's love for music, and the little black girl in the choir. Then advertise it as PG. Disappointed with the WEALTH of talent squandered in this movie. Everyone of the actors put so much into trying to make this a quality film, and the children's performances were so touching. ( Then you have Williams as Midnight cowboy at Julliard and the you get a sour taste in your mouth). Wonderful music. Will try to get a copy of the soundtrack.