Pollyanna is a innocent spirit in a strict world ruled by adults who somehow lost the connection with their inner child early in life. She enjoys the moment and this irritates people until they learn that the way she sees life really does bring happiness to their own existence on the planet.
Adopted by her Aunt, she learns to live a new life after loosing her missionary parents in the British West Indies. Her father seems to have taught her how to deal with life and she often quotes something wonderful he has said. Of course, the grownups in the story don't understand her at all and tell her not to repeat the wisdom of her father. That in fact showed how out of touch they are with a child's delicate feelings.
Unshaken, Pollyanna is happy just to have her own room and still desires to see life in a positive way. She also gives everyone more than one chance to see the beauty in life. She becomes a ray of sunshine and a breath of fresh air in a stuffy town filled with grumpy lives. Yet, even Pollyanna gives up for a few minutes, then realizes what a responsibility she has to bring happiness to the lives of those she has learned to love.
Almost single handedly, she rallies the entire town to a good cause and helps to raise money for a new orphanage. Like a little angel, she touches each life she meets with a sweet innocence and creative flair.
Just as Pollyanna has changed so many lives for the better, her life takes a drastic turn for the worse. Even in the face of tragedy, what she does achieve is actually quite miraculous. The ending is spectacular and shows how love can really change the world you live in. You will not cry for the sadness of the situation, but more for the overwhelming realization of what one life can achieve.
Perfect for all ages and a much needed ray of light in our pessimistic world! After viewing this movie, you might start to see more good in life and in others. It is there if you find the time to look.
