Synopsis
An orphan who practices hypnosis faces off against a bank robber who wants her book on the art form.
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Cast
- Dominic MonaghanNockman
- Lesley ManvilleMiss Adderstone
- Emily WatsonMiss Trinklebury
- Joan CollinsTracey Nockman
- Raffey CassidyMolly Moon
- Anne-Marie DuffLucy Logan
- Celia ImrieEdna
- Sadie FrostMrs. Alabaster
- Gary KempCregg
- Omid DjaliliBarry Rix
Recommendations
- 40
Total Film
Celia Imrie and Emily Watson are a breath of fresh air and lead Raffey Cassidy fares better than most of the kids, but it’s not enough to save this dreary caper. - 40
The Guardian
In the hands of director Christopher N Rowley and an assortment of screenwriters (including Byng), the result is a rebarbative mess – mirthless and shoddy like a disposable Christmas stocking novelty. - 30
Variety
A chintzy children’s fantasy that summons the powers of suggestion, but falls well short of mesmeric. - 30
The Hollywood Reporter
It lacks the wit and charm necessary to interest any but the most undemanding preteen viewers.
