Dir: Zach Helm
2007
**
Mr. Magorium's Wonder Emporium isn't without magic, Dustin Hoffman is really good as the title character and its use of special effects is non-gratuitous and well balanced. It also approaches the subject of death really nicely and probably could be shown to kids as a tool on how to deal with bereavement. Unfortunately though, there are holes. Natalie Portman's performance is far from magical, the whole production seems rushed and you can't help but feel you've seen this movie before. Great for young kids, although there may be tears before bedtime. The best bit by far is the Kermit the Frog cameo. The world would be a better place if there was at least one Muppet cameo in every film, tell me I'm wrong, I know I'm not!
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