OVERALL
The Rock does Disney. In his first movie being billed as "Dwayne Johnson", the hulking actor does a pretty good kid's movie, surrounded by a good supporting cast.
Going into the movie, I thought the kid, played by Madison Pettis, was going to be rather annoying. But she ended up being one of the highlights of the movie. Not there simply to sit, smile, bat her eyes and say something cute every once in awhile, she was actually a good actress. Which really made her character stand out.
Which really made the movie enjoyable. Well, as enjoyable as it could be.
I have to admit that I am a wrestling fan and knew Dwayne Johnson when he was The Rock (a.k.a "The People's Champion") in WWF/WWE, being the most charismatic man in wrestling. Ever. He would step into a ring and the fans would chant "ROCKY" for five minutes straight. All he would have to do is arch an eyebrow. That's it. Johnson was very charismatic in this movie, and proved he could act. Well, for a Disney movie.
PRO vs. NO
PRO: I have to say that I really enjoyed the relationship between the main character and his daughter's ballet teacher. It did not progress really quickly throughout the movie, and the relationship was where it probably should be by movie's end.
NO: I had no real problems with this movie, as it was exactly what I expected.
FIVE WORD FINISH
"Is Spike wearing a tutu?"
FINAL BELL
-- 3.5 out of 5 -- It's what you expect, and an enjoyable movie for kids.
WORTH THE PRICE OF ADMISSION?:
Sure, why not? If you want a good kid's movie with some decent characters and a good storyline, then you should give this one a chance.
IMDB:
http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0492956/
