This movie was so good! I had read mixed reviews, but was pleasantly surprised. Its a nice movie about a boy and his best friend. As we walked out all the people were talking about how good it was.
DH and I liked it, too! DS (almost 15) didn't like it but it was more of a story about friendship (as you perfectly described) and he was expecting something else.
My 5yo LOVED it. I thought it was decent. I read a review that described it as Free Willy with a sea monster instead of a whale... that about sums it up.
What's the book like? I put a hold on it at the library and I pick it up tomorrow (for an 8 year old advanced reader, but I dont like advanced subject matter for her...) Your review would be helpful. Anything inappropriate in the book?