“I still find it to be a great yet under-rated film... Timeless film” IMDb
The production design and costumes are standout elements. Scenes filmed in the English countryside and the fictional Sea Star Island are "lush and painterly".
Viewed today, the film contains dated stereotypes and awkward romantic subplots that haven't aged particularly well. Community Perspectives Doctor Dolittle (1967)
Despite critics' mixed feelings on the overall score, the song "Talk to the Animals" won an Academy Award and remains a beloved standard . The Bad: Pacing and Pomp
Harrison essentially reprises his Henry Higgins persona from My Fair Lady . His half-spoken singing style and "haughty" screen presence can feel aloof rather than endearing. “I still find it to be a great yet under-rated film
“Unconscionably long, but it has a certain charm nonetheless -- mostly because "they don't make them like this anymore."” Letterboxd · 3 months ago
At 152 minutes , the film is widely criticized for its meandering structure and slow first half, which can be a test of patience for modern viewers. Viewed today, the film contains dated stereotypes and
For many, the film’s charm lies in its "against-the-grain" idiosyncrasies and nostalgic value.
