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The Adventures Of Elmo In Grouchland

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The Adventures Of Elmo In Grouchland (1999)

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Reviews Counted:41

Fresh:31

Rotten:10

Average Rating:6.6/10

Consensus: This fun and moral tale entertains both first-time Seasame Street watchers and seasoned veterans.

Runtime: 73 mins

Genre: Childrens

Synopsis: Elmo loves his fuzzy, well-worn blue blanket better than anything in the whole world. In fact, they are inseparable... a perfect team. Elmo would never let anything happen to it-until a tug-of-war... Elmo loves his fuzzy, well-worn blue blanket better than anything in the whole world. In fact, they are inseparable... a perfect team. Elmo would never let anything happen to it-until a tug-of-war with his friend Zoe sends his beloved blanket into a faraway land and Elmo in hot pursuit.

Facing life without his cherished blanket, Elmo summons all of his courage and determination and sets off on an action-packed rescue mission that plunges him into Grouchland-a place full of grouchy creatures, stinky garbage and the villainous Huxley (Mandy Patinkin). There, Elmo learns an important lesson about sharing. [More]

Starring: Vanessa Williams, Mandy Patinkin

Starring: Vanessa Williams, Mandy Patinkin

Director: Gary Halvorson

Director: Gary Halvorson

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Dec 21, 1999

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Most patient adults may want to strangle the impish Elmo within the first 10 minutes of this movie.

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01/01/00
Deborah Sroge
Deborah Sroge
Citysearch

Although the film could have been a little more subtle in its moralizing, Elmo in Grouchland is certainly as entertaining as it is instructive in socialization skills.

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Dwayne E. Leslie
Dwayne E. Leslie
Boxoffice Magazine

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Eric D. Snider
Eric D. Snider
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Full Review Source: Houston Community Newspapers | comment Comment
01/01/00
Gary Brown
Gary Brown
Houston Community Newspapers

I can think of no better beginning for a first-time filmgoer than The Adventures of Elmo in Grouchland.

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Jack Garner
Jack Garner
Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

The direction of Gary Halvorson and screenplay by Mitchell Kriegman and Joseph Mazzarino keep Elmo's adventures sparkling.

Full Review Source: Washington Post | comment Comment
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Jane Horwitz
Jane Horwitz
Washington Post
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Jason Anderson
Jason Anderson
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It's cute, diverting fun for the young 'uns, and one that features a good message to boot.

Full Review Source: Deseret News, Salt Lake City | comment Comment
01/01/00
Jeff Vice
Jeff Vice
Deseret News, Salt Lake City

Tailor-made for small-fry with the same care, imagination, and subtle adult-friendly witticisms that have made the long-running children's program so successful.

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01/01/00
Jeffrey Wachs
Jeffrey Wachs
Reel.com

A delightful little picture.

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Jim Judy
Jim Judy
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01/01/00
Joe Baltake
Joe Baltake
Sacramento Bee

Preschoolers will be tickled by The Adventures of Elmo in Grouchland.

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01/01/00
Joe Leydon
Joe Leydon
Variety
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Silly, sweet movie.

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Keith Simanton
Keith Simanton
Seattle Times

Perfect for that discriminating five-year-old in your life, or any grown-up who still wonders what goes on deep inside Oscar's garbage can.

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01/01/00
Ken Fox
Ken Fox
TV Guide's Movie Guide

The Adventures of Elmo in Grouchland won't tickle anyone much above the age of 6.

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Lou Lumenick
Lou Lumenick
New York Post
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Good stuff for kids. Take 'em.

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Marc Savlov
Marc Savlov
Austin Chronicle

A real children's film -- not 'family entertainment' -- but the kind of movie three-year-olds will enjoy, especially if they watch Sesame Street.

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01/01/00
Maria Garcia
Maria Garcia
Film Journal International

The Adventures of Elmo in Grouchland is a cause for celebration!

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Marshall Fine
Marshall Fine
Gannett News Service

Strictly for those who are currently watching the PBS series: that is, the preschool/kindergarten audience.

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Michael Dequina
Michael Dequina
TheMovieReport.com

An appeal that tops out at about age 4.

Full Review Source: Dallas Morning News | comment Comment
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Nancy Churnin
Nancy Churnin
Dallas Morning News
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