There's charm in this simple underdog tale, but clunky plotting and characterisation mean it has 'telemovie' written all over it.
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This review of Akeelah and the Bee (2006) was written by Anna Smith and published by Empire Magazine on 17 Aug 2006.
Akeelah and the Bee has generally received positive reviews.
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