This Swallows and Amazons is decent enough: but probably best savoured on the small screen after tea on a rainy Sunday.
It has a slight Sunday teatime telly feel about it but not every film can be a blockbuster. Time to celebrate a more innocent age.
Arthur Ransome's classic 1930 novel remains a relevant, entertaining source for timeless childhood adventure.
The film is at its best when the adults are kept at bay.
No amount of espionage exploits can supercharge the japes and scrapes with excitement that warrant its place on the big screen.
Serves as a gentle reminder of the value of allowing children to get outside and explore instead of being mollycoddled by fearful parents.
It’s wholesome and sweet enough but a bit dull.
Arthur Ransome’s 1930 classic of bracing outdoor fun is brought to big-screen life.
General release. Check local listings for show times.
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