“JUDY MOODY AND THE NOT BUMMER SUMMER”
Stars:
Jordana Beatty
Heather Graham
Parris Mosteller
Director: John Schultz
Rated: PG
Genre: Comedy
By Marisa Ings, Guest Writer
Super-cali-fragilistic-expa-thrillidocious!!!!
Judy Moody (Jordana Beatty) definitely did not have a ‘bummer summer’ in this film! Instead she experienced one of the greatest summers anyone could imagine.
It all begins on the last day of school. As soon as the bell rings Judy and her friends are off to have the summer of their lives. But Judy soon finds that her friends won’t be along for the ride as they have other plans. To her disappointment Judy also discovers that her parents are going away for the summer too, leaving her with her Aunt Awful and her little brother Stink (Parris Mosteller). For Judy, the summer couldn’t get any worse until she finds that Aunt Opal is really super cool giving Judy a spectacular idea.
No wonder it’s called Judy Moody. The character is seriously an over-the-top kid. But Jordana Beatty plays her well and it just adds to the fun. Parents beware; if you take your children to see this movie they may want to see it again… and again.
From the Monster rollercoaster, stakeout, car chase, and other MEGA RARE moments this film is a feast for the imagination. Judy Moody’s NOT bummer summer is Über fun and kid friendly. Parents don’t you worry; you will also be enthralled by the bold, bright and cheery costuming and set design as well as the well chosen cast. All this and more add to the allure of the films thrill-a-delic adventure.
FINAL THOUGHTS:
The Ultimate Summer indeed. Judy Moody is just in time for summer vacation.
Rating: B-