The Penguin Lessons

Funny, sensitive, moving and uplifting. An absolute joy to watch

I loved the book, but was disappointed by how much the movie changed. The penguin's inspiration for the school swim team would have been fun to see. Also, in the book the penguin returns to the ocean.

What a massive disappointment. They tried to do so many story lines that they obviously ran out of time at the stage when they were putting the movie together so some of the stories and characters just disappeared half way through. This movie should have had me in tears, but they were only of boredom and frustration. One cannot always squeeze a whole book into two hours and this was one time when they should not have tried.

This film might be OK, if you haven't read the book. But it has had all the charm removed and become a nothing film. Yes, the penguin is cute, but are they making a gentle comedy drama or trying to comment on the political situation in Argentina in 1976? Who knows? They failed on both counts Why have they used Steve Coogan and made him a middle aged drifter rather than a young man tryingto find his way? And the ending is beyond Hollywood kitsch. Don't bother.

A curmudgeon rescues a cute animal to impress his date. but the animal would not leave him. Even if you just like this type of story go see The Penguin Lessons. I Loved it, Not really a disney movie so defintely PG rating.

You will experience the full range of emotions in this wonderful and challenging story of our recent times and perhaps our future

Great movie, it has it all.

We all loved this film, excellent cast, heartwarming, fun, significant, and touching!

I really enjoyed this telling of a true story. Steve Cougan was an excellent choice to lead this amazing cast.

A touching movie about life and how the most unusual thing can bring you back from a bad place.