I always loved this story when I was a child, and looking through Hulu, I noted all the off-brand movies they have of childhood classics. I could not resist this one, no matter how bad I thought it could be. BOY! I am so happy I watched this because my anticipations were wrong. I sat through the entire thing, did not waver away, and thank goodness they stay true to the original. I absolutely loved the acting. Though the animation was a little behind the times, there was a charm to it. Everything had a loving detail. The time period felt solid, the behaviour of the characters was solid. The actors were perfect for the part. I especially loved the boy they had for Toby. Please, if you love this story, this is a wonderful adaptation of the book. Bring your children around and have a box of tissues handy. There's a touching moral to be found in this film.

I'm a big kid at heart and thoroughly enjoyed this movie. Nice family entertainment to watch with the kids, I'd say smaller children. I love the victorian era so it was great to see all the props.

It's a kid's story, with a good emotional lesson. The story could carry it's own weight without the sappy music, and the more complicated emotional issues , I feel would be better covered with the written word. I highly recommend reading the story to your kids -- the movie ... meh.

My first thought was....is this going to be lame? But I was immediately drawn in and enjoyed the whole movie. It was moving and very sweet. Great for the whole family.
Definitely worth it!

I thought it was quite a beautiful movie. You don't need kids to enjoy it. =)

I really loved this movie. The story and setting, the acting, the animation, everything.