Thursday, December 4, 2008

Movie Review: Night at the Museum


We watched this one as a family last night after a very difficult day. I think the entire family liked this movie a lot and it brought levity to our difficult day. I gave it 4 stars on Netflix. "Night at the Museum" is a terrific movie for kids. My guess is we'll end up owning it at some point, because the kids really loved it.

Loosely based off the children's book, "Night at the Museum" follows Larry Daley (Ben Stiller) as he takes a job at the New York City Natural History Museum. Larry is the night guard, and he quickly discovers that at this museum, all the exhibits come to life at night. This makes for many funny moments, lets Larry become a hero to his son, and forces all the exhibits to get along while coming together to stop a robbery at the museum.

"Night at the Museum" costars Robin Williams and Owen Wilson. Robin Williams is very good as Teddy Roosevelt, while Owen Wilson is hilarious as miniature cowboy Jedidiah. The movie also includes Dick Van Dyke and Mickey Rooney, both of whom are great in their roles. "Night at the Museum" is rated PG. I think it's appropriate for almost any age child.

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