It's a nice study of a young girl's happy obsession.

| Feb 8, 2008

Gordon's nifty scenario juggles various aspects -- ordinary brink-of-adolescence growing pains, multicultural-tolerance lessons, suspense gambits -- with entertaining skill.

Full Review | May 11, 2005

Too earnest for its own good.

| Original Score: 2/4 | Feb 18, 2005

Her Majesty has all the makings of a perfectly charming family picture, and then the plot runs off the rails.

| Original Score: 2.5/4 | Feb 18, 2005

Plots points and themes of imperialism and racism are hit on the nose repeatedly, until the audience takes a beating.

| Original Score: 1.5/4 | Feb 17, 2005

The interactions between Elizabeth and Hira Mata have a nice natural warmth.

Full Review | Original Score: B | Aug 1, 2004

Offers a miniature, slightly Splenda-ized history lesson that is both inspiring and entertaining for all ages.

Full Review | Original Score: 4/5 | May 6, 2004