‘Clifford the Big Red Dog’ Film Review: Canine Comedy Is Innocuous for Kids, Troubling for Adults
thewrap.comcurrently accused of sexually assaulting a minor. Unfortunately, as a parent of a teenage daughter, the image that sits in my mind, as I watch the story of a tween-age little girl and the adorable red puppy she falls in love with, is one of constant concern for the child star, no matter how many giggles my little niece had whenever the titular red pup would appear.The story of “Clifford the Big Red Dog” calls to mind Disney movies of the past — slightly over the top, funny in a basic and kid-friendly way, with a relatable protagonist.
In this case, it’s Emily Elizabeth (Darby Camp, “Big Little Lies”), and her adorable animal companion Clifford. Emily doesn’t fit into her elite private school: The kids call her “food stamp” because she is on.
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