Pollyanna
Overview
A young girl comes to an embittered town and confronts its attitude with her determination to see the best in life.
Reviews (2)
Wuchak (Rated: 8)
A spiritless New England town needs a shot of life and joy
In 1912, an optimistic orphaned girl used to poverty as the daughter of missionaries (Hayley Mills) travels to Harrington, Vermont, to live with her wealthy aunt (Jane Wyman), who “owns” the town and runs it with a joyless legalisti...
Peter McGinn (Rated: 8)
Forty years after Mary Pickford made her successful version of Pollyanna, based on the children’s book and a play, Walt Disney turned his creative team to the task. Unless you are a fan or a student of silent movies, you will probably find this newer version more entertaining.
Hayley Mills shines...
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