Plot: A foster kid, who lives with her mean foster mom, sees her life change when business tycoon and New York mayoral candidate Will Stacks makes a thinly-veiled campaign move and takes her in.
Rating: 6/10
The very low rating I gave might suggest that I disliked Annie. I really didn’t though. I certainly thought that it was really very, very optimistic and that literally no one had an ounce of rhythm except Jamie Foxx. Cameron Diaz and Rose Byrne were the epitome of white girls dancing and I wanted to hide when they were subjected to singing and dancing and I was subjected to watching them do it. I thought Quvenzhane Wallis (what a name) was pretty cute as Annie. It seems quite deranged to make films about singing orphans, but the film (and probably theater production) manages to be upbeat and sweet and inspirational and one of those situations where the villains aren’t even villains at the end of the day. I watched Annie with my mom and she really liked it, and for her to really like a movie is almost impossible. There really isn’t much else to say about this – for a musical full of people who aren’t really musically gifted it didn’t go that bad. I wouldn’t claim that the film restored my faith in humanity because there is no way humanity is that good, but I did like it and thought it was sweet.
Have you seen Annie? What did you think?
Life of this city girl 
I thought this was a sweet remake, but I still think the original was the best.
I haven’t seen the original even, but I believe you!
I just loved the cast in that and Carol Burnett was hysterical!💁🏻
I couldn’t stand the idea of sitting through this, but I’m glad it has its fans. When will remakes stop, though — I ASK YOU!!!
I hope soon! I see at least JJ Abrams has now said he’s not making any more reboots! We will see if that lasts however…
I can’t believe this movie slipped past me! The 1982 version was a childhood favorite though I agree with the unsuitability of singing orphans. On the other hand, it seems to be one of their favorite past time – I’m thinking Oliver Twist.
Anyways, thanks for the review. Adding it to my list to appreciate the stellar cast make a hash out of singing-dance coordination myself.
I hope you enjoy! 🙂
Haven’t seen this, and I don’t really have a desire to. Great review bestie, and glad it didn’t grate on you.