Review of Pete's Dragon (2016) by John P — 26 Aug 2016

Perfect movies for children and those who are young at heart.

This review of Pete's Dragon (2016) was written by John P on 26 Aug 2016.

Pete's Dragon has generally received positive reviews.

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By Viktor N (364) on 02 Sep 2018

I really liked it.. A sweet adaptation of the old one.. But as always, man, is always destroying everything beautiful and innocent…

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By Jennifer Heaton (346) for Alternative Lens (346) on 31 Oct 2018

It's a well executed version of a classic story that combines indie sensibilities with blockbuster value that at the very least gives the film…

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By Drew E (52) on 18 Dec 2017

Puntaje Original: 6.0 Indiscutiblemente está bien hecha…

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Has good visuals and some classic elements but is ultimately one big cliche…

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By David F (1,889) on 30 Apr 2018

Go fuck yourself. this movie gives me nothing but anger everyone in the movie is stupid they are not helping the dragon at all. I'm so mad…

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By Smith T (386) on 24 Mar 2018

Sweet and earnest. Pete's Dragon is a worthy remake of it's classic predecessor…

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By David B (3,254) on 27 Oct 2018

Pete's Dragon is a film that lacks any form of originality…

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By Rendy Jones (321) for Rendy Reviews (320) on 29 Aug 2018

A perfect family film with the right amount of brilliant visuals and heartwarming storytelling to keep everyone young and old alike entertained…

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