Review of Annie (2014) by Mary Houlihan for Chicago Sun-Times — 18 Dec 2014
Musical theater versions often seem dated, so moving the story into the 21st century does make sense (as does the multicultural casting), but in the process Gluck and his all-star cast create a chaotic film that tries too hard and fails to capture the charm and heart of the musical.
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This review of Annie (2014) was written by Mary Houlihan and published by Chicago Sun-Times on 18 Dec 2014.
Annie has generally received mixed reviews.
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