At 152 minutes , the film is widely criticized for its meandering structure and slow first half, which can be a test of patience for modern viewers.
The production design and costumes are standout elements. Scenes filmed in the English countryside and the fictional Sea Star Island are "lush and painterly". Doctor Dolittle (1967)
For many, the film’s charm lies in its "against-the-grain" idiosyncrasies and nostalgic value. At 152 minutes , the film is widely
Harrison essentially reprises his Henry Higgins persona from My Fair Lady . His half-spoken singing style and "haughty" screen presence can feel aloof rather than endearing. At 152 minutes
“Unconscionably long, but it has a certain charm nonetheless -- mostly because "they don't make them like this anymore."” Letterboxd · 3 months ago