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‘My Penguin Friend’: Jean Reno Crushes It in This Superb Family Film

The veteran French actor goes against type in a way that will totally melt your heart.
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‘My Penguin Friend’: Jean Reno Crushes It in This Superb Family Film
Joao (Jean Reno) and DinDim, his penguin friend, in "My Penguin Friend." Roadside Attractions
Michael Clark
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PG | 1h 37m | Drama, Adventure, Mystery, Family | 2024

Originally titled “The Penguin & the Fisherman,” “My Penguin Friend” (“Penguin”) is the kind of movie Disney used to make: A family film that is designed for family consumption but carries with it universal appeal. It’s not cloying, too cute, or overly sentimental, yet is loaded with authentic sentiment.

Michael Clark
Michael Clark
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Originally from the nation's capital, Michael Clark has provided film content to over 30 print and online media outlets. He co-founded the Atlanta Film Critics Circle in 2017 and is a weekly contributor to the Shannon Burke Show on FloridaManRadio.com. Since 1995, Clark has written over 5,000 movie reviews and film-related articles. He favors dark comedy, thrillers, and documentaries.