Press

“Elle Fanning is startlingly alive as a little girl with an ‘Alice in Wonderland’ fixation. Patricia Clarkson unlocks Phoebe’s secret as a teacher with the key to getting past her defenses. And Felicity Huffman is fascinating as the mother who can’t quite cope with the fact that her daughter may just be more special than even she believes.”
– Marshall Fine, Star Magazine (1-2-2009)

“A deeply-felt and emotionally stirring film-all the more impressive as writer-director Daniel Barnz’s debut feature. Elle Fanning is absolutely extraordinary.”
– Leonard Maltin, Secret’s Out (1-23-2009)

“A must- see for parents and kids. Talk about a conversation-starter! Poignant performances by a stellar cast.”
– Shelli Sonstein, Clear Channel

“Elle [Fanning]… gives the best performance I’ve seen at this year’s Sundance in Daniel Barnz’ wonderful “Phoebe in Wonderland.” The superb cast includes Felicity Huffman (looking astonishingly like Nora Ephron) and Bill Pullman as Elle’s stressed-out parents, Patricia Clarkson as an eccentric but loving drama teacher, and Campell Scott as the principal. My favorite film so far, “Phoebe” is a moving and magic experience…”
– Lou Lumenick, New Yok Post

“Elle Fanning is remarkable as Phoebe. This 10-year old girl is a phenomenal actress and proves her abilities in this difficult and challenging role.”
– Francine Browkaw, LA Family

“A compelling, offbeat film with superb performances. It’s a very unusual and absorbing story of a very special girl.”
– Jeffrey Lyons, NBC/Reel Talk

“Writer/Director Daniel Barnz’s cinematically dazzling tea party which draws numerous parallels to Carroll’s work.” …
– Film Intuition Read Complete Article ->

“Bottom Line: A star turn by a youngster invigorates this family drama.”
– The Hollywood Reporter Read Complete Article ->

“A Trip Down the Rabbit Hole!”
– Filmmaker Magazine Read Complete Article ->