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Dec 30, 2006
Charlotte's Web: 4-H Network News Silverdale Screening
Jefferson County, WA 4-H members attended a screening of Charlotte's Web at the Regal Theater in Silverdale, WA. Listen to their impressions of the meaning and value of the movie. December 19, 2006
Some pig. Some spider. Some movie. 'Charlotte's Web' weaves magic.
Ruthe Stein, Chronicle Senior Movie WriterMovie Review Excerpts
"Charlotte's Web,'' a splendid new screen adaptation of White's 1952 children's book, gloriously brings the classic to life. If you've never read it, this is a perfect introduction, and if you have, you'll be impressed with how effectively director Gary Winick and screenwriters Susannah Grant and Karey Kirkpatrick capture White's message about love and loyalty among all of God's creatures without ever getting syrupy. There's an edge to this exemplary family movie, just as there is in the story.The filmmakers' wisest decision was not to rely on computer-generated effects. Wilbur is a live animal, as is most of the barnyard menagerie. Seeing actual horses, cows and sheep go about their business lends credibility to the farm scenes.
The county fair where Fern brings Wilbur in the hope that a blue ribbon might be his ticket to longevity is lovingly created. When Fern catches the eye of a cute boy who buys her a roller coaster ticket, it's suddenly obvious that her affection for a pig may soon be transferred elsewhere.Another of White's timeless messages, astutely captured in the movie, is that nothing is forever, including life, and to make the best of the moment. Listening to Wilbur squeal in delight might tempt you to do the same just for the heck of it. (Read More)
Charlotte's Web: Rebirth of literary treasure
Movie Review 
By Moira Macdonald
Seattle Times movie critic
"It is not often that someone comes along who is a true friend and a good writer. Charlotte was both." — E.B. White
But the film, directed by Gary Winick ("13 Going on 30") has a sweetness of its own. Dakota Fanning, in pigtails and overalls, brings eager energy to Fern, the farm girl who raises Wilbur. Ten-year-old Dominic Scott Kay gives a lilt to the voice of Wilbur, and Julia Roberts' matter-of-fact quality nicely suits Charlotte. Steve Buscemi is an inspired choice for the voice of Templeton the rat (who frequently speaks in sardonic third person, as in "The rat is losing his touch!"). And Charlotte's web-spinning sequences are nicely handled; she swoops and soars as she spells out "some pig" and "terrific," like a multi-legged ballerina. (Read More)
By Moira Macdonald
Seattle Times movie critic
"It is not often that someone comes along who is a true friend and a good writer. Charlotte was both." — E.B. White
But the film, directed by Gary Winick ("13 Going on 30") has a sweetness of its own. Dakota Fanning, in pigtails and overalls, brings eager energy to Fern, the farm girl who raises Wilbur. Ten-year-old Dominic Scott Kay gives a lilt to the voice of Wilbur, and Julia Roberts' matter-of-fact quality nicely suits Charlotte. Steve Buscemi is an inspired choice for the voice of Templeton the rat (who frequently speaks in sardonic third person, as in "The rat is losing his touch!"). And Charlotte's web-spinning sequences are nicely handled; she swoops and soars as she spells out "some pig" and "terrific," like a multi-legged ballerina. (Read More)
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