Set in Scotland during WWII, a lonely boy discovers a mysterious egg that hatches a sea creature of Scottish legend, the Loch Ness Monster.
All the characters here are well developed and the acting, special effects and cinematography are really nice I thought. The movie itself is a bit predictable and corny at times, but it is a good family film with a lot of fun adventurous scenes and action. It tends to drag a bit in the middle though and may run a little too long. The WWII occupation and father off in the war may be a bit much to keep small kid's interest, but there's enough cutesy action to keep them attentive often enough.
It reminded me a whole lot of the short-lived TV series Invasion, where the boy finds a pet "monster" and grows attached. Not many people watched that show apparently (but me) so let me say it also compares to a cross somewhere between Free Willy and ET.
It's a fine movie for the family I think, but really young ones might freak out during some of the more tense scenes. That's probably why it's rated PG.
If I had to describe it in 1 word... cute.
6.5/10
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