Review of Pete's Dragon (2016) by Bill R — 14 Aug 2016

A great family-friendly film that inspires the imagination and reminds me of similar films of my childhood.

This review of Pete's Dragon (2016) was written by Bill R on 14 Aug 2016.

Pete's Dragon has generally received positive reviews.

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By John M (4,356) on 28 Jan 2018

Pete's Dragon was a great and the cast was good, I liked it because it was talking boy and dragon having a good bond and they will never leave…

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By Arth J (756) on 02 Jun 2018

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By Greg S (1,081) on 11 Dec 2018

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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 Loralee B (1) on 13 Jan 2019

Great kids movie. Seems to just end. I want to see more of the dragon. Good cast. Big names. Make a sequel…

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By Atticus B (122) on 04 Aug 2018

Pete's Dragon is an irresistible family movie that I feel kids and adults will actually enjoy equally…

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By Rodrigo F (122) on 25 Jan 2018

Petes Dragon is visually stunning and has the best CG of the year. Funny and heartwarming…

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By Wonderz (134) on 29 Jul 2018

Such a delight! A heartfelt story of a boy raised and loved by... Elliot…

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Great movie for the whole family, but its a sad movie my nephew got teary eyed…

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