Review of A Far Off Place (1993) by Brian H — 22 Mar 2008
Before she was June Carter Cash, before she was Legally Blonde, Reese Witherspoon was lost in the Kalahari Desert. Watch for hints of her later talent in what is probably her first leading role.
See this movie for Reese Witherspoon! she absolutely shines! I think the plot could be terrible if it wasn't for the fact that they at least set it in the desert which makes a nice new twist to this film! it's heavily action-packed for a PG movie, I can't say I was expecting that. & I found the chemistry between Reese & the little boy was very limited. I thought he was kinda a pathetic excuse for an actor. it's like take John Travolta or Russel Crowe & make Pamela Anderson their wife. for some reason, I don't think that would work. it would add a touch of cornyness to it & that's what happens here. Reese's talent far exceeds his & I guess that's what why she's a star & going strong while no one's ever heard of this guy.
Anywayz, this is still a powerful & magical film that does touch the heart! & I was impressed never-the-less!
This review of A Far Off Place (1993) was written by Brian H on 22 Mar 2008.
A Far Off Place has generally received positive reviews.
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