Review of Annie (2014) by Jmoviecritic — 26 Dec 2014

Loved it. I've seen the original and loved that. This is an updated version and it was well done. Yes it was updated... meaning to modern day, instead of the great depression. So the music, the values, the toys, the attitudes should all change.

If you are looking for the original, watch the original (which was also amazing). But this one has a beautiful new touch for a new generation of families. As a professional musician, I appreciate the arrangements of the the classic songs.

They were not overdone, but the sounds and transitions were updated to sound modern. The new Annie is even cuter than the first and Jamie does an outstanding job playing cold and jaded businessman. The storyline is excellent by itself and would deserve at least a 3 stars without anything else but I do believe it was not only done well but took you on an emotional journey.

I cannot believe that people are giving this movie low ratings. And to say that Wallis wasn't good?... or sickeningly cute... that sounds crazy or simply like a "hater". I hate saying this, but it makes me ask the question, is it just because this is a black Annie? Truly, to not like this movie I question how much of a heart one could have.

I would say its un-american to not like a movie that so portrays the pursuit of happiness that resounds through our American spirit.