Review of Akeelah and the Bee (2006) by Keith C — 13 Nov 2007

One of my all time favs...the best family film I've ever seen.

This review of Akeelah and the Bee (2006) was written by Keith C on 13 Nov 2007.

Akeelah and the Bee has generally received very positive reviews.

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I watched the movie over 2 days while I was on the treadmill. I walked twice as far as I had planned. The movie is captivating. Loved it…

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This is a decent and family friendly (for the most part) film - I suppose its a drama, although its not especially dramatic, its more insightful…

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By Tom G (847) on 13 Sep 2015

Just well done movie in feel and acting.....predictable but that did not bother me at all…

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By Timothy N (418) on 29 Aug 2014

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By Justin J (698) on 16 Jun 2012

B+ I watched this on Tv one night, and I loved it. It's the best spelling bee movie I have ever seen. ha…

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Sweet 'underdog triumphs' TV movie. Predictable and saccharine but good performances from the leads save the day…

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