Review of Little Manhattan (2005) by Mariana C — 07 Jul 2013

For a kids movie, this has to me one of my Top 10 romantic comedies of all-time which includes the likes of Annie Hall and It Happened One Night. I can see where a movie like 500 Days of Summer might of gotten its inspiration. A very young Josh Hutcherson plays Gabe, a boy in love. However, at his age, he doesn't really know what love is and what he should do about it. His love interest, Rosemary is very cute and you can see why Gabe falls for her. The narration by Gabe is great and it is like we are in the mind of an 11 year-old. Though these are kids, all the feelings and reactions are universal and it shows that love is not just for adults. The actors are believable and charming and the reality of the situations make you relate to your own past. This is a movie that very little has heard of, but if you are able to find it, it is worth 90 minutes of your time.

Grade: A-.