Stormy Weather is really interesting and the characters are well developed and Gabrielle, the protagonist, is quite adorable.
Stormy Weather starts off showing a girl who is staying inside because she is scared of what is outside. Her family encourages her to go outside and gradually she warms up to being outside. The film is in French with English subtitles.
This live action film demonstrates how a family can help you through everything. It flows well and makes sense. I really enjoyed watching the characters develop, particularly the youngest daughter, Gabrielle (Nora-Lee Roy), who steals the show. She transitions from being scared of the outside to really enjoying it during the course of the film. The story really drew me in and made me empathetic with the girl because there are things that I have been scared of at some point. I really like how she was able to be brave and move beyond her fear. The ending scene really takes the cake as she steps outside in the storm and yells at the storm clouds until the sun comes out. The camera work and editing are excellent; everything is very clear. The film is very kid friendly and invites kids in the audience to problem solve, especially as we try to figure out if Gabrielle will be capable of overcoming her fears. It teaches us a bit about the outside, especially since the film takes place at a cottage on a lake.
The film's message is that family can help you overcome your fears.
I give Stormy Weather 4 out of 5 stars and recommend it for ages 8 to 12. By Janie R., KIDS FIRST!
Stormy Weather is really interesting and the characters are well developed and Gabrielle, the protagonist, is quite adorable.
Stormy Weather starts off showing a girl who is staying inside because she is scared of what is outside. Her family encourages her to go outside and gradually she warms up to being outside. The film is in French with English subtitles.
This live action film demonstrates how a family can help you through everything. It flows well and makes sense. I really enjoyed watching the characters develop, particularly the youngest daughter, Gabrielle (Nora-Lee Roy), who steals the show. She transitions from being scared of the outside to really enjoying it during the course of the film. The story really drew me in and made me empathetic with the girl because there are things that I have been scared of at some point. I really like how she was able to be brave and move beyond her fear. The ending scene really takes the cake as she steps outside in the storm and yells at the storm clouds until the sun comes out. The camera work and editing are excellent; everything is very clear. The film is very kid friendly and invites kids in the audience to problem solve, especially as we try to figure out if Gabrielle will be capable of overcoming her fears. It teaches us a bit about the outside, especially since the film takes place at a cottage on a lake.
The film's message is that family can help you overcome your fears.
I give Stormy Weather 4 out of 5 stars and recommend it for ages 8 to 12. By Janie R., KIDS FIRST!
Gabrielle, an imaginative but cautious child, spends the summer at the cottage with her family. While her brother and sisters enjoy the last swims of the summer, the youngest stays indoors with her dog and many toys, too afraid of the sun and thunderstorms. In spite of herself, Gabrielle finds herself exposed to the elements. Under the caring eye of her family, the young child gradually finds the courage to face her fears.
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