Pooh's Heffalump Movie
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7.3 out of 10

Generally favorable reviews- based on 15 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 15
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 15
  3. Negative: 2 out of 15

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  1. grandpajoe6191
    Nov 22, 2011
    5
    Every Pooh movie is just the same thing; the same morale is thrown in, but always with different characters. I'm startin to get boring here....
  2. PatC.
    Feb 14, 2005
    4
    I took a 6 year old to this. He liked it, and I got a good nap. Nothing wrong with it, and it runs short, but it's completely lacking in substance. Any kid that can pick out a movie can handle more than this.
  3. GeorgeG.
    Mar 6, 2005
    2
    A very bad movie, compared to "The House at Pooh Corner." Strictly Hollywood. No conception of the gentleness and creativity of the original Pooh books. Take your kids to see "Lemony Snicket" instead.
  4. colin
    May 27, 2005
    10
    Its good!!!!!
  5. BexS
    Nov 5, 2005
    10
    I thought it was hilarious. Although, the heffalump's voice was a bit annoying, Eeyore's ramblings were as funny as ever.
  6. CostasK.
    Feb 11, 2005
    10
    Great. Funny and with a message. Families must not miss it.
  7. JeffL.
    Feb 17, 2005
    7
    Slight but charming entry in Disney's recent series of theatrical Winnie the Pooh features (The Tigger Movie, Piglet's Big Movie.) When the denizens of the Hundred Acre Wood are spooked by mysterious noises, they set out to trap the dreaded Heffalump they suspect is nearby. Left behind is little Roo, who comes to befriend a cute little baby Heffalump named Lumpy. Roo, who often gets short shrift in the Pooh adventures, is the featured character this time out, and helps to serve up a sweet, good-hearted story about friendship and tolerance. The songs are once again by Carly Simon, who previously did the delightful score for Piglet's Big Movie. Note that the running time is a scant 68 minutes, which may seem a bit short for a theatrical film; however, that may just make it a perfect choice for younger children who have a shorter attention span or are not to used to the theatrical moviegoing experience.… Collapse
  8. CansuO.
    Jul 22, 2005
    10
    I loved it and i'm 14.
  9. LaurenceHC
    Feb 11, 2005
    3
    Will have anyone over the age of eight squirming in their seats madly. Booo, Pooh.
  10. liz
    Mar 14, 2005
    9
    Nice sweet and family freindly, take your kids to see this movie for a nice movie.
  11. heyitsmegrif4
    Jan 2, 2012
    7
    Funny, charming, and heartwarming. Pooh's Heffalump Movie is short and sweet and lovely. I give this nice and very lovely film a good 70%. I recommend this film to all.
  12. LandF
    Jun 4, 2012
    5
    Pooh has proved itself to be as dependable as Pixar. I've never been disappointed thus far with a Winnie the Pooh film, and they've all provided strong, whimsical, and entertaining adventures. And then came Pooh's Heffalump Movie. Pooh's Heffalump Movie stars Roo, who decides to hunt and capture a heffalump that's on the loose. Roo does find and capture the heffalump (named Lumpy), but it's not as scary as Pooh and friends think, and Roo becomes fast friends with the creature. Pooh's Heffalump Movie has unfortunately decided to pander more to younger kids this time around. Most of the gags will only appeal to toddlers, and the whimsy that has surrounded previous Pooh films is almost completely gone. Pooh and the gang is back, more or less as you remember them, though with a few exceptions. Owl is completely omitted, and while we see Christopher Robin briefly in the credits, we never hear him speak. I was originally skeptical about the newest addition to the cast, the heffalump named Lumpy. But I didn't mind him. I don't think he brings anything new to the cast, and I'm certainly not sad that he hasn't returned to most of the future outings, but he wasn't annoying (mostly), and he was a little cute. There are a couple songs, which are dull and instantly forgettable. In addition, there are occasionally songs playing in the background, which didn't hurt the film at all, but it did little to improve it. There's not much to say about the score; it's mostly mediocre. The animation is certainly a cut above that of Pooh's Grand Adventure, but there's nothing jaw-dropping to see. I scarcely remember laughing at all during the movie. I'm sure this is superb for younger children, but I was usually bored. If you have kids, they'll probably love this. But if you came expecting the heart, fun, and whimsy of previous Pooh films, you'll be sorely disappointed as I was.… Expand

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Metascore
64 out of 100

Generally favorable reviews - based on 23 Critics

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 17 out of 23
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 23
  3. Negative: 0 out of 23
  1. Entertainment Weekly
    Reviewed by: Scott Brown
    58
    Pooh's Heffalump Movie is a harmless little ''ex-po-tition'' (to use a Pooh-ism). Still, making this your kids' first Pooh experience would be like weaning them on New Coke.
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  2. Dallas Observer
    Reviewed by: Jean Oppenheimer
    70
    This latest adventure proves to be a suitably sweet addition to Pooh's cinematic canon.
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  3. L.A. Weekly
    Reviewed by: Chuck Wilson
    80
    Amusing, beautifully drawn one-hour film.
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