A Little Princess

Name: A Little Princess
Director: Alfonso Cuarón
Genre: Drama, Family, Fantasy
Released: 1995-01-01
Duration: 97 min
Rating: 7.6
Cast: Liesel Matthews, Eleanor Bron, Liam Cunningham, Rusty Schwimmer, Vanessa Lee Chester

1995Dir. Alfonso Cuarón1h 37m

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Runtime1h 37m

Released1995

Budget$17M

Box office$10M

DirectorAlfonso Cuarón

About This Movie

A Little Princess is quite the visual treat, thanks to Cuarón's knack for creating rich, immersive worlds. The cinematography captures both the whimsy and the harshness of Sara's life, blending those two extremes beautifully. The child performances are genuinely strong, especially Liesel Matthews as Sara – she carries so much weight in her innocence and imagination. The pacing can feel a bit uneven at times, but it adds to that dreamlike quality. Themes of resilience, class, and the power of storytelling resonate throughout, making it more than just a children's film. It’s interesting how the practical effects are utilized to enhance the fantasy elements without overwhelming the narrative.

Directed by Alfonso Cuarón, known for rich visuals.Features practical effects to enhance fantasy elements.Liesel Matthews delivers a compelling performance as Sara.Adapted from Frances Hodgson Burnett's classic novel.