Corrina, Corrina (1994)

If you like to be scared, if you like to laugh, and if you like to learn a thing or two at the movies, this absolutely cannot be missed.

The movie's not perfect, but it sticks the landing of its message. It was engaging - thrilling at times - and I personally thought it was a great time.

This is one of the best movies I’ve seen in a very long time. You have to go and see this on the big screen.

One of the most extraordinary films you will see this year. Take that as you want.

i was very surprised at the low rating for this film, however when you read the reviews there is very little negative comments. A little 4 year old girl/father lose their mother/wife in the sixties in America. the little girl is so traumatised by the loss of her mother that she becomes mute. the father is not sensitive enough to her emotional distress to be able to help her. Enter Whoopi Goldberg as a nanny who through emotional literacy and counselling skills/ or good mum skills whatever you want to call it is able to heal the girl. the other theme dealt with is the obvious issue of racism and cross cultural love: a beautiful little film, good acting well dealt withenjoywill

I've not read many bad reviews for this film, and when I do it's usually someone whining and complaining about Hollywoods liberal agenda and how this film is simply a poor manifestation of that. Sorry but not every film about controversial subjects has to have a hidden agenda. I strongly suspect it's something else entirely, mainly the fact that a White male and a Black woman have a romance and certain narrow-minded people don't like to see that. They don't come right out and say this, but instead blame it on typical "Hollywood liberalism".I don't agree. I think the writers had a story to tell, and this just so happened to be the subject matter. And what a wonderful little story it is. It tells the story of how a widower, played by Ray Liotta, and his daughter (Tina Majorino) who are trying to pick up the pieces of their life after the death of the mother (who by the way is never shown in the film). Ray Liotta immediately begins looking for a nanny to watch after his daughter so he can return to work. Whoopi Goldberg, who plays the title character, is the only one who seems to be able to reach the daughter and bring her out of her shell. The dynamics of Tina and Whoopi's relationship are what give the movie a real special quality. Whoopi, as always, is a joy to watch. And I just can't say enough about Majorinos acting abilities at such a young age. She's simply a natural, and I'm totally shocked that her career didn't take off like it should have. She's unbelievable.Corrina, Corrina mixes just the right amounts of levity and drama to create a warm, heartfelt film that's easy to watch over and over again. There are just so many little moments that I can only describe as "adorable". I'm usually not so syrupy about films, but with this one I just can't help it. It never gets old.

I loved this movie. The acting was excellent, especially the three main stars, Whoopie, Ray and Tina, but the subject matter was handled well too. I think this movie shows that love has no color or financial restraints - it's about compassion, understanding, honesty, and companionship. I, too, have watched it again and again and still love it as much as the first time. And yes, Ray Liotta can act in just about any type of picture. I first saw Ray on soaps way back when and he has developed into one of my favorite actors. If he's in a picture, I want to see what he does with the role. Much like Don Cheadle. Massive talents that go largely unnoticed. And Ray's parents in the movie were excellent as well. It's just such a charming picture with strong, understated performances. I can't recommend it highly enough.

Don't overlook this one. The formula in this film has been done better before, but probably not among the romantic comedies churned out by Hollywood in the 80s and 90s.Corrina, Corrina is a mainstream Hollywood romantic comedy that unfortunately falls into some of the banal conventions of this often overworked genre. It is an overly simplistic, often implausible fantasy but is more than redeemed by its unorthodox (for Hollywood) direction, lighting, and acting.Also, the soundtrack (made up of jazz greats like Bill Evans) is one of the best I've heard in a mainstream flick.Oh yea, and Tina Majorino is spectacular.