Twice Upon a Time

The pallid appearances and personalities of its protagonists make "Twice Upon a Time" seem a tale half-told.

Lovers of animation may have a field day... there are brilliant fragments here from lovely intelligence, but it doesn't add up to a complete whole.

The strength of the movie is its cast of quirky characters.

The unusual animation and sophisticated humour make director John Korty and Charles Swenson's unique flight of fancy a treat for older children and discerning adults.