'The Pacifier'
by Melinda Ennis

Vin Diesel's new movie may not pacify his extreme-action-addict fans looking for an adrenaline fix, but it is a nice little Disney film that is a surprisingly pleasant way to spend time with the family. The Pacifier reminds you of the innocent capers the studio churned out in the '60s to satisfy the family drive-in crowd, but updated with judo moves and karate chops meant to please the current crop of kids. ... Read the full Review

TO SUM UP
Action hero Vin Diesel takes some baby steps onto new ground by playing a baby sitter and bodyguard for a group of kids in this family-friendly Disney film.

FILM FACTS ...
Walt Disney Pictures
'The Pacifier'

Director: Adam Shankman
Starring: Vin Diesel, Lauren Graham
Run time: 91 minutes
Release date: March 4, 2005
Rating: PG for action violence, language and rude humor.
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The Atlanta Journal-Constitution: C+
"There is a lot of sophomoric goofiness in The Pacifier, which isn't necessarily a bad thing."

Palm Beach Post - Flick Chick
Duck might pacify kids but sure annoys others.


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