NekoHomey Purely Joyful Movie!

Merolliv I really wanted to like this movie. I feel terribly cynical trashing it, and that's why I'm giving it a middling 5. Actually, I'm giving it a 5 because there were some superb performances.

Derry Herrera Not sure how, but this is easily one of the best movies all summer. Multiple levels of funny, never takes itself seriously, super colorful, and creative.

Tymon Sutton The acting is good, and the firecracker script has some excellent ideas.

Leofwine_draca The setting is WW2 era Scotland, where a young boy discovers a strange egg which soon hatches into a dinosaur-like creature with a penchant for water. Against this tale lies a backdrop of conflict and strife, with locals, family members, and soldiers fleshing out the supporting characters. One of the best things about the production is the rugged scenery, almost a character in itself.THE WATER HORSE is an attempt at a modern-day fairy tale but the execution is strictly uniform. The amount of scenes involving the creature doing 'cute' things means that this is a story aimed at little kids who will no doubt be entranced by the Disney-style creation. On the plus side, the CGI effects are excellent throughout, only getting a little hokey at the climax for obvious reasons.Alex Etel (MILLIONS) plays the young protagonist, but he feels pretty miscast in the role, although we can be thankful it wasn't Freddie Highmore again. And in mentioning Highmore, I can't help but think this is much like the Hollywood version of FIVE CHILDREN AND IT, except lacking the complexity and charm of that film's original storyline. Although there are decent actors in support (Ben Chaplin, David Morrissey, Brian Cox), in the end THE WATER HORSE is one for kids only.

Jody Silsby This movie is an incredibly emotional and fascinating watch!!!!I watch it every time it is on, and have been since the movie initially came out. I am 51 years old and my daughter is 9.An enjoyable movie for ALL ages for sure. I would highly recommend this movie to anyone who enjoys a bit of fantasy! I get goose bumps watching it. There are scenes of complete joy, I found myself smiling from ear to ear at times and goose bumps other times.Enjoy this movie with your children, ( adult and adolescence alike) as well as your grand children.A must watch film for everyone in the family.

noelcox I have only one criticism of this excellent film. It could be said to be a family movie in an age when such things don't really exist any more, because the family audience doesn't exist as it once did. Children are brought up to expect fireworks and action - or violence - or inane and stupidly vulgar films. This film is none of that, although there is some moderate violence. It is a gentle and sentimental excursion into childhood innocence and friendship. It is one of my favourite films, and a good choice for anyone wanting something that will neither offend nor bore. It is also technically well done, and the acting is sensitive and shows emotional intelligence.

TheLittleSongbird I personally would have liked The Water Horse to have been longer, but as a family movie it really delighted and charmed me. The story is very creative and helped by a very believable relationship between the boy and the monster and a poignant ending, and the script never feels mawkish or over-simplistic. The direction is consistent and there is some very believable acting, not just from Alex Etel but from Emily Watson, Brian Cox and especially David Morrisey as well. Visually, The Water Horse is dazzling. The effects on the monster are excellent while the scenery and cinematography are gorgeous, and I equally loved the efficient pace and lovely soundtrack. Overall, visually dazzling and delightful. 9/10 Bethany Cox