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Hannah Montana: The Movie
- Review Date: April 9, 2009
- G
- Genre: Comedy
- 2009
Common Sense Media says
Hannah's music and Miley's romance are sure to wow tweens.
Parents say
QUALITY
Kids say
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What parents need to know
Parents need to know that Miley Cyrus' legions of tween fans will be dying to see this big-screen comedy based on Disney's hit TV show. Like the small-screen version, the movie is upbeat and perfectly G rated ... if yet another marketing tool in Hannah's merchandise-rich world. The sexuality is completely innocent -- flirting, slow dancing, conversations about relationships, and three really short kisses -- and there's no language, drinking, or smoking. Expect frequent physical comedy (pratfalls, getting hit with a ball, bitten by an animal, etc.) and one scene in which Hannah and Tyra Banks fight over a pair of shoes.
What's the story?
Anyone familiar with the hugely popular Disney show will instantly understand HANNAH MONTANA: THE MOVIE. Miley Cyrus stars as Miley Stewart, a "regular" teenager who also happens to be world-famous pop sensation Hannah Montana. Without the platinum-blond wig and designer outfits, Hannah is "just Miley," but when her publicist, Vita (Vanessa Williams), starts offering Hannah more opportunities, Miley forgets her priorities. After Miley ruins her best friend Lilly's (Emily Osment) sweet 16 and misses her chance to say goodbye to her college-bound brother Jackson (Jason Earles), disappointed dad Robby Ray (Billy Ray Cyrus) drags her back to Crowley Meadows, the tiny Tennessee town they used to call home. While staying in her grandma Ruby's (Margo Martindale) farmhouse, Miley rediscovers Travis (Lucas Till), an old friend who's grown up into an adorable farmhand. All of a sudden small-town life starts to have considerable charms for Miley ... but Hannah eventually resurfaces and threatens the newfound country tranquility.
Is it any good?
Thanks to a cast of veteran supporting actors like Williams, Martindale, and Melora Hardin (The Office) as Robby Ray's potential love interest, Lorelai, the Cyruses and their TV crew are in good company on the big screen. The heart of the story is Miley reattaching to her roots, growing closer to her grandma, falling for Travis, and realizing how much her father has sacrificed (including romance) to keep her double identity a secret. There's not much of Oliver (Mitchel Musso) and Rico (Moises Arias), but hard-core Hannah fans shouldn't fret, because the movie has plenty of gags -- and chances for Cyrus to rock out as her alter ego.
Speaking of the soundtrack, it's surprisingly well connected to the story and enhances -- rather than distracts from -- the plot. It not only includes catchy Hannah and Miley songs (the show-stopping single "The Climb" and the tribute to her father, "Buttefly Fly Away," are particularly sweet) but also contributions from the elder Cyrus, Rascal Flatts (the beautiful "Bless the Broken Road"), and Miley's close friend Taylor Swift ("Crazier"). With a CD's worth of new songs, a cast full of likable characters, and a puppy-love romance at its core, Hannah Montana: The Movie should leave tween fans feeling like they've gotten the best of, well, both worlds.
What families can talk about
Families can talk about the movie's messages. What does Miley/Hannah learn about family and herself? Do you think she's a good role model? Why or why not? Does your answer change depending on whether she's being Hannah or Miley?
Why do you think Hannah is so popular? Do kids really
love the show for itself, or are they caught up in the Miley/Hannah
phenomenon and marketing messages? Do you think Cyrus will be as
successful once she steps out from under her Hannah wig?
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Fun for Hannah Montana fans
This movie is okay. You barley see Lily or Oliver in this one, or Jackson. And Rico is only at Lily's birthday party. I think it could of been better if they focused on the other main charcters like the series did. Also, Miley acted like a brat at the beginning of the film, which was weird because she usually wasn't that mean on the show
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Kid, 11 years old
October 26, 2009
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it is ok
its a fine movie it is quite fun to watch
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Good show!
really good show. I thought that I would hate it but it was actually quite good!!!
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Good for any kid
My daughter Rachel loves this movie.
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Kid, 12 years old
October 21, 2009
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Great movie but there is a bit about dating and boys
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good for hannah montana
I thought it was a good movie especially for a Hannah Montana movie! I dont like hannah montana but i luv this movie
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Fabulous in every way for the whole family
One of the best movies our family has ever seen. Such a great message....great celebrities ( Taylor Swift, Rascall Flatts, etc.) and good story. Very clean.
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great for children and even adults !
well i think this was a very nice movie a movie for all the children to see but not just children adults can learn to watch this and enjoy it im 26 years old and i very much enjoyed it which is sorta strange for me to like a diseny film but i did just like i enjoyed the Lizzie McGuire movie im an adult i do not have any children but if i did i would defintely aprove and let them watch this movie besides its perfect for the younger ones its rated G has no bad lanuage or sex none of that this is great for both children and adults to watch very nice movie well done !
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A GREAT MOVIE FOR GIRLS
This movie is very funny and kid friendly. Miley at times is a very good rolemodel and at other times shes not because she keeps huge secrets from her boyfriend, gets into a sjoe fight, and is careless of the feelings of others. But as the movies goes on she learns to be more honest,strong,and true. Which is a very good message for young girls. I defineyl recomend this movie!
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| Topics: | music and sing-along |
| Studio: | Walt Disney Pictures |
| Director: | Peter Chelsom |
| Cast: | Billy Ray Cyrus, Emily Osment, Miley Cyrus |
| Genre: | Comedy |
| Run time: | 102 minutes |
| Theatrical release date: | April 10, 2009 |
| DVD release date: | August 18, 2009 |
| MPAA rating: | G |
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