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Because Of Winn-Dixie

(3,870)6.31 h 46 min2005X-RayPG

Based on the perennial best seller, BECAUSE OF WINN-DIXIE tells the story of a lonely young girl who adopts an orphaned dog she names Winn-Dixie.

Directors: Wayne Wang

Starring: Annasophia Robb Jeff Daniels Cicely Tyson

Genres: Comedy Drama Kids

Subtitles: English [CC]

Audio languages: English

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Supporting actors: Dave Matthews Eva Marie Saint

Producers: Trevor Albert Joan Singleton

Studio: 20th Century Fox

Rating: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested)

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Jim M

The book is superb! The movie is meh.

Reviewed in the United States on December 4, 2018

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The family and I loved the book, so we watched the movie. It was pretty much a bad choice. The book has these wonderful characters and the movie changed them entirely. The dad is a completely different person. And not a good one. And Winn-Dixie is even very different from the character we all fell in love with. Instead of a clever, super lovable dog with a penchant for bringing out the best in people to a messy, trouble-maker that infuriates person after person.

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Fosti

Great story for families

Reviewed in the United States on August 3, 2017

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Certainly a keeper for the digital family library ! I usually don't leave long lengthy reviews on movies and I do base them on my personal thoughts overall. This is great and tells a good story with morals, values and keeps "what matters" in life in total perspective. I watched this about 3 times and I am not a person that watches movies over and over. My daughter is 9 , she loved it and they actually showed it at our school. We had to sign a permission slip because it has the word H*** in there as an expression word and the word D***. Unless I am mistake those are only in there one time. The D*** is barely noticeable. I don't give 5 stars too easy especially on movies so with that being said, I would suggest at least give this one a shot. Even the hubby didn't fall asleep on this movie.

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Gladys

Winn Dixie is a grocery store in the south and Winn Dixie is the name Opal gave her new dog.

Reviewed in the United States on August 17, 2018

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The movie is delightful when Opal meets Winn Dixie in the grocery store where she is shopping and Winn Dixie is makiing a big commotion. At sight they are instant companions. Opal and her pastor father are fairly new in town so this was a great happiness for Opal not knowing anyone very well. It's an exceptional story because it brings out things that we are not comfortable with and makes them seem right. My Poodle liked the movie and so did I.

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Lina

Great cast, including dog actor Great story and family movie

Reviewed in the United States on June 13, 2020

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I love the movie because it is wholesome and yet, exciting. I cannot imagine a movie that i would not be ashamed to show people of all ages. The actors hold up the story well, and the messages in the story itself is something that would be good for discussion.
I really found it entertaining and loved the fictional town of Naomi, FL. The dog holds up the story well- what an actor. Saw the movie many times. Going to visit the Winn Dixie store because of it.

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Colleen

Great family movie

Reviewed in the United States on November 15, 2019

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This is one of our favorite movies.

The story is one of compassion and reaching out to those around you, whether dog or human. It has touching moments, happy moments, sad moments and a whole lot of funny parts.

NOTE: Alcoholism and depresssion are touched on in this movie - so you might want to screen it to decide if your young children are ready for these topics.

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The Dark Amazon Shopper

A Little Too Corny

Reviewed in the United States on January 12, 2020

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Watched this in the classroom (read the book and then watched the movie). The kids liked it well enough, but it's a little too sentimental, and a little too mean in parts. It adds in a couple of extra characters that weren't needed (the mean land lord) and makes a few other changes that don't really add anything.

Over all, it's decent enough to spend a day or two watching in the classroom to pair with the book.

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J. Vail

Loved it! It does a nice job of keeping ...

Reviewed in the United States on February 16, 2016

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Loved it! It does a nice job of keeping kids engaged and staying with the critical themes of the book. It's one of the best book to movie transitions I have ever worked with. Although some things are added/rearranged, the kids recognize the characters as they are represented in the novel. Also, Dave Matthews as Otis was a really nice added element for those of us old enough to still remember him. The officer who harassed him is silly and although some may say unnecessary, I think he's hilarious and breaks up some of the raw emotion of loss and suffering that undercuts the book and film. I watch it every year after the read aloud and will now have the pleasure of streaming it rather than trying to locate a decent copy from a friend or colleague.

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Karissa

Sad!

Reviewed in the United States on July 17, 2019

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Such a powerful story. Made my 9 year old cry like a baby...Maybe me too.

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Nigel Perels

Beautiful film, albeit a little schmaltzy

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 22, 2019

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If you are a fan of gentle dog films and enjoy the slow pace of small-town America, then you'll love this movie. Winn-Dixie (so-called because he is found in a supermarket, where he is causing havoc) is a scruffy dog who befriends a lonely girl (played by AnnaSophia Robb), the daughter of a preacher (played by Jeff Bridges). Although a little too saccharine at times, this film will melt the heart of all dog lovers (and lots of others too!).

Throda tzen

Even the dog smiles!

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 4, 2015

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This 2005 film starts with 10-year-old India Opal Buloni [AnnaSophia Robb], abandoned by her mother at the age of three, who has just moved to a small town with her preacher father. She encounters a mischievous scruffy dog and, claiming the stray as her own names it Winn-Dixie after the local supermarket.
The film follows India as she wanders aimlessly from one encounter to another, but because of the dogs antics, the young girl soon gets to make new friends with people in the community. Youngsters will see lots of animal antics that will make them laugh and parents will get a film where a young girl and her dog brings a fractured community together.
The single disc is somewhat low volume and features are sparse. Language [basically English with subtitles on/off], scene selection [behind the scenes, gag reel, training winn Dixie, fox.co [realeases/self publicity]. The film itself is full of over the top sentimentalism, but AnnaSophia Robb portrays her role perfectly. This is classic Sunday afternoon viewing and definitely a film that grandparents can watch with the grandchildren without fear. A ***** feel-good family film.

This is a really well-made film with great performances and high production values

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 11, 2015

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This is a really well-made film with great performances and high production values. However, opinion will be divided by the story's message. In the face of a world that can be cold and heartless and in the midst of a life that can be painful and lonely, we are called to have the faith of a child to follow the lead of a free spirit (her dog) which is open to and genuinely interested in people. We see how by being valued, isolated or destructive individuals are transformed into a caring mini-community in which each has a place and everyone has a part to play. The message is faith and love is not just an alternative to cynicism and self-interest but the cure. I thoroughly recommend this film and keeping the faith.

older and wiser

Fabulous Family Film

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 6, 2007

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I watched this film with my grandchildren aged 4 & 7, boy and girl.

They were enraptured as was my little dog "Codie". The young actress who played the part of Opal was enchanting and the dog "Winn Dixie" captured our hearts. I haven't read the book but this film makes me want to buy and read this story. It has a wonderful charm and the characters are sometimes eccentric, odd, loveable and eventually pull at the heart strings. I recommend this film highly especially but not preferably as a family film and feel people of all ages will enjoy this feature. Please make more like this there's enough pain and heartbreak in the world without seeing it on celluloid.

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LMASK6

A film for all ages

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 4, 2012

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This is a most heart warming film that will keep your interest right from the start. The stars are definitely India Opal (the little girl) and Winn Dixie (the dog). There are some lessons for adults in the film along with laughs and a few tears - a nice feel good film which will leave you taking away something from what you have watched. No violence, bad language or other non-requirements.

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