Phoebe in Wonderland

Phoebe in Wonderland

Dare to dream your life.

PG-13 2008 · 100 min · ★ 7.2 · Drama

The fantastical tale of a little girl who won't - or can't - follow the rules. Confounded by her clashes with the rule-obsessed world around her, Phoebe seeks enlightenment from her unconventional drama teacher, even as her brilliant but anguished mother looks to Phoebe herself for inspiration.

Directed by Daniel Barnz · Written by Daniel Barnz

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