The Astronaut Farmer (2006) Reviews

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Starring:
Billy Bob ThorntonVirginia Madsen, (more)
Director(s):
Michael Polish
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
PG
Category:
Drama
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Lorna J.

This was a most enjoyable movie. Far better than I expected. The astronaut farmer was intelligent but hopelessly impractical. His dreams and debts would have tried the patience of any family. As ...
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This was a most enjoyable movie. Far better than I expected. The astronaut farmer was intelligent but hopelessly impractical. His dreams and debts would have tried the patience of any family. As the movie progressed, you found yourself siding with family who, despite so many trials, kept supporting this man in what seemed and impossible goal. The end was great! Billy Bob Thornton was super good!
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Laurie M.

I found that the movie really moved me. I'm not one to normally cry, but there are parts in this movie that are very moving. I enjoyed the theme that we can do or be anything we want. This is a ...
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I found that the movie really moved me. I'm not one to normally cry, but there are parts in this movie that are very moving. I enjoyed the theme that we can do or be anything we want. This is a great movie for anyone to watch. The script is good and the acting is exceptional. In the special features, you find out that some of the kids are not "professional" actors and this adds a good touch. This movie shows us that we can follow our dreams.
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Teresa B.

I liked this movie. Billy Bob played a good role. It was about a man who lived his dream. About the hardships his family went through trying to support his dream. Good family movie.

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Susan G.

A very good movie with great characters and acting.

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OldestChild

A very entertaining story by the Polish brothers team - great performances & soundtrack. A unique story bringing old fashioned & endearing sentiments. I bought this for my own library I liked it so ...
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A very entertaining story by the Polish brothers team - great performances & soundtrack. A unique story bringing old fashioned & endearing sentiments. I bought this for my own library I liked it so much.
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DramAKIng101

A quirky, feel-good flick that shows the virtues of following your dreams, no matter how improbable. With the wonderful cast and the charming comedy shows that all you need to do is believe in ...
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A quirky, feel-good flick that shows the virtues of following your dreams, no matter how improbable. With the wonderful cast and the charming comedy shows that all you need to do is believe in yourself and anything is possible!
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Machelle M.

very enjoyable movie for the whole family!!

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Sandra M.

OK, but kind of quirky....and not real life. I usually like movies that take my mind off of reality, but this was out there. You knew that probably all would end well, but getting there was really ...
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OK, but kind of quirky....and not real life. I usually like movies that take my mind off of reality, but this was out there. You knew that probably all would end well, but getting there was really difficult.
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Brian S.

I like family movies, but the script in this one is not very good. It's like something Jerry Bruckheimer would put out there.

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Steve W.

Very disappointing. Silly script. Immense waste of good cast. "Could have been a contender". Billy Bob: you should be ashamed of yourself!

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