Movie Review: Penelope

I broke down and watched Penelope. And I like it...I wanted to see it when it came out, and streamed it on Netflicks this afternoon. It was cute for what it was, and it was a romantic comedy targeting teenage girls. Christina Ricci plays the lead role, and generally I like her work. Reese Witherspoon's character didn't really add anything to the film except as lip service to her role as producer. I have a little crush on James McAvoy who plays our hero. Like most contemporary fairy tales the female lead rescues herself, and then lands the cute guy anyway. I of course like this trend.

I'm giving it a 3/5. It was seriously predictable, but a feel good movie about self acceptance. I'd totally watch it again. Also, another good soundtrack featuring Meiko's "Piano Song" among other good songs.