TheLittleSongbird
I was surprised at how much I liked The Little Vampire. It isn't exceptional, but in no way is it terrible. Some of the special effects are a little ropey, while I liked the story in general there may be those who may find the idea of having an American hero in a film set in Scotland a little contrived and I think it could have been a tad longer. That said, the costumes are very nice and the scenery is a delight, as is the cinematography. People may find it rather bleak, but I liked the bleakness, I think it suited the film very well. The film is well directed and written, with some witty lines and a very amusing running gag about... wait for it... vampire cows. The acting is also surprisingly good. Jonathan Lipnicki is really cute, Rollo Weeks is charming and bright, Richard E. Grant and Alice Krige are campy delights as the parents while Jim Carter is suitably unhinged as the slayer. Another thing, The Little Vampire is a rare film that doesn't patronise its audience. Overall, very enjoyable, while not being the best movie I have ever seen. 7/10 Bethany Cox
ris916
The Little Vampire is a cute family movie that kids will want to watch again and again. The story is about 8yr old Tony who has moved into a new house, new neighborhood, and a new country all together. He has nightmares every night about vampires and a magic amulet that the vampires loose. Tony believes his dreams are true and has trouble making friends because of his obsession. One night, while his parents are at a business party, a little 9yr old vampire named Rudolph spots Tony with fake fangs in his mouth. He flys in, hoping that Tony will protect him from a vampire hunter, only to find out that Tony isn't a vampire at all! Tony then finds out that his dreams are real and decides to help his friend look for the amulet...Although this movie is too "cute" for teens and "boring" for adults, The Little Vampire will put a smile on kids from the age 5-11. Stewart Little kid Jonathan Lipnicki adds the perfect touch to any kids movie, while Rollo Weeks (The Thief Lord) gets his start before making many more movies within the years that have past. I was flicking through the channels when i saw it on "abc family"'s 13 nights of Halloween. It was very cute and clever, even though it took me a few minutes to clue in since i only started watching it when Rudolph is in the fireplace after being a bat. The Little Vampire is a great movie the whole family can enjoy!
Dia Klain
This was a very nicely made movie. It was at times amusing and cute. It had wonderful costumes and decoration. Alright, so the acting wasn't the best and the empty `ahhhhhhhh's sometimes did irritate but, hay, Home Alone right? The plot was intricate and made the movie interesting. However I did not really enjoy it as much as I thought I would. I love vampires and anything mystical, so why? The bottom line is, (the fine bottom line that I neglected to pay attention to) that this movie is a kid movie not meant for 16 year old horny vamp lovers. Its childish manner just failed to satisfy. Things did not make sense. They happened as everyone knows they would not were it real. The `bad guy' was laughable. In other words, unless you are dreadfully immature and childish for your age, or are out to watch every single vampire movie out there, do not watch this one past 12, it will not do.
Sekhmet700
Tony Thompson is in a new country, a new house, and worst of all, he gets beaten up by two kids at school. But, his life will change forever after he befriends a vampire named Rudolph. After they save each other's lives, Tony and Rudolph go on some amazing adventures. This is definitely a must-see movie. It is fun for the whole family!
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