Review of The Tale of Despereaux (2008) by Sylvia C — 21 Oct 2014

I read the book so I'll probably eventually see it on video.

This review of The Tale of Despereaux (2008) was written by Sylvia C on 21 Oct 2014.

The Tale of Despereaux has generally received mixed reviews.

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Many of the charms of Kate DiCamillo's best-selling children's book are lost in this British animation by Dreamworks alumni Sam Fell (Flushed…

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This movie looks wonderful, sounds great and is one of the best naps I have ever had in my life. Who writes this boring stuff…

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