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Annie
1982 127 min United States of America PG 6+
★6.5
Comedy, Drama, Family
Director: John Huston
🎭 Based on
«Annie»
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Description
An orphan in a facility run by the mean Miss Hannigan, Annie believes that her parents left her there by mistake. When a rich man named Oliver "Daddy" Warbucks decides to let an orphan live at his home to promote his image, Annie is selected. While Annie gets accustomed to living in Warbucks' mansion, she still longs to meet her parents. So Warbucks announces a search for them and a reward, which brings out many frauds.
Budget:
$35M
US Gross:
$57.06M
Worldwide:
$57.06M
Starring
Aileen Quinn
Actor
Albert Finney
Actor
Carol Burnett
Actor
Awards
Razzie Awards 1983
— Worst Supporting Actress
Academy Awards 1983
— Best Production Design
Golden Globe 1983
— Breakthrough of the Year
Razzie Awards 1983
— Worst Picture
Razzie Awards 1983
— Worst Screenplay
Razzie Awards 1983
— Worst New Star
BAFTA 1983
— Best Original Song
Razzie Awards 1983
— Worst Director
Academy Awards 1983
— Best Song Recording or Musical Adaptation
Golden Globe 1983
— Best Actress (Comedy or Musical)
Key opinion
John Huston’s 1982 adaptation of Annie is widely recognized for its vibrant musical numbers and strong performances from its adult cast, particularly Tim Curry and Carol Burnett. However, the film is frequently criticized for its formulaic plot, uneven pacing, and a length that feels excessive to many viewers.
| Score | The film features lively, high-quality musical choreography and memorable songs that stand as the production's strongest assets. | |
| Acting | Tim Curry and Carol Burnett deliver standout performances that effectively elevate the material through their portrayals of the villainous characters. | |
| Screenplay | The plot suffers from a formulaic structure and thin character development, often failing to rise above its predictable tropes. | |
| Pacing | The two-hour runtime creates a noticeable drag in the middle section, which some viewers find exhausting while others accept as a contemplative tempo. |