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It may be shamelessly derivative and overly nostalgic, but The Sandlot is nevertheless a genuinely sweet and funny coming-of-age adventure.
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Those in the mood to return to the age of innocence might want to try The Sandlot. Apr 9, 2019 | Rating: B- | Full Review…
Those in the mood to return to the age of innocence might want to try The Sandlot.
Jill Rachlin
A scruffy underdog yarn that will appeal not only to kids but also to their thirty- or fortysomething parents. Apr 8, 2019 | Full Review…
A scruffy underdog yarn that will appeal not only to kids but also to their thirty- or fortysomething parents.
Duane Byrge
In The Sandlot's nostalgia for simpler times, a single-sex world seems to be a key component. May 7, 2014 | Rating: 2/4 | Full Review…
In The Sandlot's nostalgia for simpler times, a single-sex world seems to be a key component.
Dave Kehr
The kids even have their own treehouse, which means that the production designer is the only person connected with this project who actually went out on a limb. May 7, 2014 | Full Review…
The kids even have their own treehouse, which means that the production designer is the only person connected with this project who actually went out on a limb.
Peter Rainer
A solid double rather than a grand slam, The Sandlot remains a refreshing antidote to the daily round of contract squabbles on the sports page. May 7, 2014 | Rating: 3/4 | Full Review…
A solid double rather than a grand slam, The Sandlot remains a refreshing antidote to the daily round of contract squabbles on the sports page.
Desmond Ryan
There's a snappy change-of-pace gag involving a little guy and a nubile lifeguard, but the screams and barks and fraudulent emotions grow wearying. May 7, 2014
There's a snappy change-of-pace gag involving a little guy and a nubile lifeguard, but the screams and barks and fraudulent emotions grow wearying.
Michael Sragow
The Sandlot is scene after scene after scene of nostalgia-glasses-viewed perfection. Apr 9, 2019 | Full Review…
The Sandlot is scene after scene after scene of nostalgia-glasses-viewed perfection.
Scott Beggs
The Sandlot almost does for baseball what A Christmas Story does for the holiday season. Evans clearly can still feel what it was like to be a kid, and his silly impetuousness gives his film its charm. May 30, 2018 | Full Review…
The Sandlot almost does for baseball what A Christmas Story does for the holiday season. Evans clearly can still feel what it was like to be a kid, and his silly impetuousness gives his film its charm.
Malcolm Johnson
Here's another '90s movie that was beloved by boys ... yet it probably won't hold the same charge for viewers not privy to that nostalgic vibe. Apr 9, 2018 | Rating: 2.5/4 | Full Review…
Here's another '90s movie that was beloved by boys ... yet it probably won't hold the same charge for viewers not privy to that nostalgic vibe.
Matt Brunson
Though all but the two lead children are mediocre, the adult actors, including Karen Allen and James Earl Jones, are first- rate. Dec 12, 2017 | Full Review…
Though all but the two lead children are mediocre, the adult actors, including Karen Allen and James Earl Jones, are first- rate.
Quentin Curtis
Rarely has 101 minutes seemed longer. Oct 16, 2017 | Rating: 1/5 | Full Review…
Rarely has 101 minutes seemed longer.
Sky Staff
It's a bonafide masterpiece that warrants admiration, even two decades after its release. May 10, 2016 | Full Review…
It's a bonafide masterpiece that warrants admiration, even two decades after its release.
Felix Vasquez Jr.
This film tells the story of how a Major League hero grew up with his friends in his old town, enjoying life and going through challenges, but ultimately sticking to his heart, which is devoted to baseball. However, the story does not specifically follow him (Benny), but the newcomer (Smalls) who has no background knowledge of baseball, but loves to play the game. With great direction, solid writing, and a fun premise, "The Sandlot" is a home run for all families. I had a blast watching this film. Even though it gets kind of laughable with Hercules the Dog, It's a great kids film!
Super Reviewer
i like this movie cuz i like doggies and baseball
Alongside "The Lion King" and "Toy Story", this is a film I grew up watching... many times. The plot is hilarious and there are many iconic scenes. Love all the characters.
Nothing much happens for the first half of the movie. The boys' personalities aren't distinct enough like the Little Rascals, so I lost interest. Like my experience with Groucho Marx, the "You're killing me, Smalls!" line isn't how I expected from years of others' impressions.
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