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Little Red Wagon

  • 2012
  • PG
  • 1h 44m
IMDb RATING
6.4/10
624
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Little Red Wagon (2012)
From the acclaimed writer of MR. HOLLAND'S OPUS and award-winning director of RUDY and HOOSIERS ... Winner of the Truly Moving Picture Award ... Recipient of a perfect 5 out of 5 Doves movie review from the Dove Foundation for quality family entertainment ... LITTLE RED WAGON is based on the inspirational true story of eight-year-old Zach Bonner on his quest to change the world with nothing more than his beat-up red wagon and a blazing spirit of philanthropy. When Zach sets out to help homeless children in America in the wake of Hurricane Charley, by walking from his house in Tampa, FL to the White House, he must overcome bureaucrats and blisters and capture the hearts of his fractured family and the entire nation.
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With nothing more than a blazing spirit of philanthropy and his beat-up red wagon, Zach sets out to help homeless children in America. In the process, he sweeps his fractured family - and ul... Read allWith nothing more than a blazing spirit of philanthropy and his beat-up red wagon, Zach sets out to help homeless children in America. In the process, he sweeps his fractured family - and ultimately the entire country - along with him.With nothing more than a blazing spirit of philanthropy and his beat-up red wagon, Zach sets out to help homeless children in America. In the process, he sweeps his fractured family - and ultimately the entire country - along with him.

  • Director
    • David Anspaugh
  • Writer
    • Patrick Sheane Duncan
  • Stars
    • Chandler Canterbury
    • Anna Gunn
    • Frances O'Connor
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  • IMDb RATING
    6.4/10
    624
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • David Anspaugh
    • Writer
      • Patrick Sheane Duncan
    • Stars
      • Chandler Canterbury
      • Anna Gunn
      • Frances O'Connor
    • 8User reviews
    • 6Critic reviews
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    Characters Margaret Craig (Frances O'Connor) and young son Jim (Dylan Matzke) must dig deep for inner srength, as they face one hardship after another.
    Principal producer Michael Guillen, on set in Charleston, SC, enjoys overseeing the culmination of a challenging and rewarding four-year effort.
    Anspaugh, widely known to be an "actor's director," collaborated deftly and tirelessly with the movie's talented cast, the result of which were brilliant performances.
    Director David Anspaugh and cinematographer Mihai Malaimare Jr. survey the beautiful scenery of Charleston, SC, in search of that perfect shot.
    Screenwriter Patrick Duncan wrote a brilliant script, inspired by the remarkable, true story of young philanthropist Zach Bonner; and was himself simply wonderful to work with.
    The life of fictional character Margaret Craig (Frances O'Connor)goes from bad to worse, following the sudden death of her husband.
    Between scenes, director David Anspaugh confers with Chandler Canterbury, regarding the young actor's lead role as Zach Bonner.
    Daveigh's teen-aged character Kelley Bonner struggles between her love for her brother Zach and his noble cause and her own pressing needs.
    Zach Bonner proves that one person can make a positive difference in this world -- even if you're just a kid.
    Anna went the extra mile to prepare for her lead role as Laurie Bonner, Zach's mom.
    First day of shooting in Charleston, SC. Chandler's hair needed to be cut and colored for his lead role as the red-headed Zach Bonner.
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    Chandler Canterbury
    Chandler Canterbury
    • Zach Bonner
    Anna Gunn
    Anna Gunn
    • Laurie Bonner
    Frances O'Connor
    Frances O'Connor
    • Margaret Craig
    Daveigh Chase
    Daveigh Chase
    • Kelley Bonner
    Dylan Matzke
    • Jim Craig
    Deena Dill
    Deena Dill
    • Kristy Kilgo
    Sydney Penny
    Sydney Penny
    • Ashley Lagare
    Griffin Roper
    • Mikey
    Jason Davis
    Jason Davis
    • Parrish
    Kenny Roach
    • Davey
    Bonnie Johnson
    Bonnie Johnson
    • Nana Galloway
    Elizabeth Powell
    • Softball Girl
    Juliet Cesario
    Juliet Cesario
    • Dana Philp
    Erin Hunter
    • Receiving Nurse
    Karan Kendrick
    Karan Kendrick
    • Ms. Tucker
    Karen Beyer
    Karen Beyer
    • Cynthia Campisano
    Danny Vinson
    Danny Vinson
    • State Senator
    Bob Banks
    Bob Banks
    • Mr. Deason
    • Director
      • David Anspaugh
    • Writer
      • Patrick Sheane Duncan
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      Kelley Bonner: Mom said to come to breakfast.

      Zach Bonner: She make biscuits?

      Kelley Bonner: Yeah. She thinks she can buy me with biscuits.

      Zach Bonner: Well, it works for me.

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    8/10
    Very well done!!
    This story has a great story line and is very inspiring! The determination of one kid helping others! There's a wonderful emotional connection with this movie! Being homeless and being in need could happen to all of us at anytime!
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    • Release date
      • October 5, 2012 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Official site
      • Official site
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Toa xe đỏ
    • Filming locations
      • McClellanville, South Carolina, USA
    • Production companies
      • Anonymous Content
      • Philanthropy Project
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    • Runtime
      1 hour 44 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Aspect ratio
      • 2.39 : 1

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