Bustin' Bonaparte (The Story of an African Farm)

Bustin' Bonaparte (The Story of an African Farm) (2004)

  • 36% of users liked it
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The family film Bustin' Bonaparte features youngsters getting revenge on a man attempting to do harm to the woman who cares for them. On a farm managed by a man named Otto, Otto's son Waldo and a pair of orphans attempt to break-up the relationship between Aunt Sannie, who owns the farm, and… More

PG,
Directed By
Written By
Bonnie Rodini, Olive Schreiner
Genres
Drama, Kids & Family, Comedy
In Theaters
Jun 3, 2005 Wide
Vine International Pictures

Critic Reviews

  • R. Emmet Sweeney, Village Voice

    The children occupy the center with thoughtful and assured performances, nailing the refreshing moral that skepticism leads the way to better truths.

  • Ned Martel, New York Times

    As a film geared toward children, Bustin' Bonaparte meets its main requirements: it adapts a classic novel in gleaming cinematic form, and it ridicules the foibles of ruthless adults.

  • Kevin Thomas, Los Angeles Times

    As it is, Bustin' Bonaparte is an enjoyable diversion, but with more energy and style it might have been a gem.

  • Elizabeth Weitzman, New York Daily News

    Provides some solid entertainment along with its moral and historical lessons.

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