The Odd Life of Timothy Green
Disney family fantasy about a childless couple (Jennifer Garner and Joel Edgerton) who bury a box in their backyard containing all of their wishes for a son. One stormy night, a child is born, though young Timothy Green is not all that he appears. From director/writer Peter Hedges (Dan in Real Life, What’s Eating Gilbert Grape?).
- Director:
- Peter Hedges ('Dan in Real Life', 'Pieces of April')
- Writer:
- Peter HedgesAhmet Zappa
- Cast:
- Jennifer GarnerJoel EdgertonRon LivingstonRosemarie DeWittDianne WiestMichael ArdenCommon
Reviews & comments
Variety
pressWith just the right dose of magic and no shortage of sentiment, this inspirational parenting tale plays like Mary Poppins in reverse.
The New York Times
pressThe ghastliness of this damp and squishy comedy is the byproduct of a confused and earnest sentimentality.
Roger Ebert
pressThe kind of full-bodied family film being pushed aside in favour of franchises and slam-bang confusion.
Hollywood Reporter
pressA fairy tale about parenting that stays kid-friendly without completely glossing over the darker themes of its premise.
A.V. Club
pressPlays it too safe, scrupulously avoiding turning into a downer while nodding toward themes of mortality, aging, and loss.
Variety
pressWith just the right dose of magic and no shortage of sentiment, this inspirational parenting tale plays like Mary Poppins in reverse.
The New York Times
pressThe ghastliness of this damp and squishy comedy is the byproduct of a confused and earnest sentimentality.
Roger Ebert
pressThe kind of full-bodied family film being pushed aside in favour of franchises and slam-bang confusion.
Hollywood Reporter
pressA fairy tale about parenting that stays kid-friendly without completely glossing over the darker themes of its premise.
A.V. Club
pressPlays it too safe, scrupulously avoiding turning into a downer while nodding toward themes of mortality, aging, and loss.
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