Review of Because of Winn-Dixie (2005) by Nikki W — 31 May 2007

A heartfelt movie about befriending everyone... and that a dog is more than just a dog!

This review of Because of Winn-Dixie (2005) was written by Nikki W on 31 May 2007.

Because of Winn-Dixie has generally received positive reviews.

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By Anfal S (1) on 11 Jan 2013

Very... interesting would be a good word. not an entirely disapointing movie, kind of pointless…

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By Fatima H (11) on 31 Mar 2015

Seriously so cute. This movie has some sad aspects to it but this movie made me fall in love with Ana Sophia Robb many years ago…

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By Abishai S (83) on 03 Nov 2012

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By Ulla D (64) on 16 Sep 2015

This is such a heartwarming story that kind of reminds me of Annie The story centers around Opal (Annasofia Robb) who is the daughter of the…

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Great family movie. A very pleasant surprise…

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Limiting the potential overripeness of the material with tact and sincerity, he (Wang) generally makes the most of his resourceful cast; only…

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