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Big Miracle uses real-life events as the basis for a surprisingly satisfying family drama.
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There is some sorrow in Big Miracle, but there is, per the title, great joy as well. But perhaps the biggest miracle in the film is that, no matter what you believe, you won't come out of the movie feeling lectured or dismissed. February 6, 2019 | Rating: B | Full Review…
There is some sorrow in Big Miracle, but there is, per the title, great joy as well. But perhaps the biggest miracle in the film is that, no matter what you believe, you won't come out of the movie feeling lectured or dismissed.
Abbie Bernstein
All in all, this is a solid family film. November 10, 2018 | Rating: 6/10 | Full Review…
All in all, this is a solid family film.
Debbie Baldwin
At least in Big Miracle people stop haranguing others across the aisle and start working together. June 25, 2018 | Full Review…
At least in Big Miracle people stop haranguing others across the aisle and start working together.
Megan Basham
But even more delightful is to see so many favorite actors, some of whom you'll know and others of whom you will recognize, having so much fun in a film that could have failed in so many different ways and instead triumphs. September 18, 2017 | Full Review…
But even more delightful is to see so many favorite actors, some of whom you'll know and others of whom you will recognize, having so much fun in a film that could have failed in so many different ways and instead triumphs.
Neely Swanson
Big Miracle has all the important elements required to deliver a heartfelt family drama. September 8, 2017 | Rating: 3/5 | Full Review…
Big Miracle has all the important elements required to deliver a heartfelt family drama.
Francesca Rudkin
"Big Miracle" is quite the whale of a tale. Miraculous? Maybe. Predictable? Mostly. Delightful? Absolutely. September 25, 2013 | Rating: 8/10 | Full Review…
"Big Miracle" is quite the whale of a tale. Miraculous? Maybe. Predictable? Mostly. Delightful? Absolutely.
Justin Craig
A heavy-handed script and an obnoxious main character help sink this environmental drama. June 30, 2013 | Rating: 2.0/5 | Full Review…
A heavy-handed script and an obnoxious main character help sink this environmental drama.
John Hanlon
There are more subtle movies out there, but few more uplifting. August 30, 2012 | Rating: 3/5 | Full Review…
There are more subtle movies out there, but few more uplifting.
James Luxford
Big Miracle is invested with solid craftsmanship and a nuanced view of how idealism, pragmatism, and politics intersect. August 17, 2012 | Rating: B | Full Review…
Big Miracle is invested with solid craftsmanship and a nuanced view of how idealism, pragmatism, and politics intersect.
Mark Pfeiffer
This is, well, huge. August 15, 2012 | Rating: 3.5/4 | Full Review…
This is, well, huge.
Linda Cook
Political cynicism, media opportunism, dogmatic native traditions, corporate greed and environmentalist stubbornness are each, in turn, dashed against this sunny confection. March 23, 2012 | Rating: 4/4 | Full Review…
Political cynicism, media opportunism, dogmatic native traditions, corporate greed and environmentalist stubbornness are each, in turn, dashed against this sunny confection.
Roger Moore
funny, tear jerking, smart, and not a little subversive with a few well-place jabs at unexpectedly deserving parties as well as a few kudos in a few surprising places February 20, 2012 | Rating: 4/5 | Full Review…
funny, tear jerking, smart, and not a little subversive with a few well-place jabs at unexpectedly deserving parties as well as a few kudos in a few surprising places
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