

The Florida Project
The story of a precocious six year-old and her ragtag group of friends whose summer break is filled with childhood wonder, possibility and a sense of adventure while the adults around them struggle with hard times.
Critics Sentiment
Child services investigators question Halley and Moonee separately
Moonee and Jancey run away to Magic Kingdom theme park
The film drops significantly in the final act as the polarizing Disney World ending alienated many critics who had been praising the realistic portrayal throughout.
Critics consistently praised the film's vibrant aesthetic, authentic child performances, and Willem Dafoe's compassionate motel manager, with particular acclaim for its unflinching yet empathetic portrayal of poverty. The sentiment remains strong through most of the runtime as reviewers appreciated the balance between childhood wonder and harsh reality. However, the fantastical ending proved highly divisive, with many critics feeling it undermined the film's realistic foundation despite understanding its symbolic intent.
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Brooklynn Prince
Moonee

Bria Vinaite
Halley

Willem Dafoe
Bobby

Christopher Rivera
Scooty

Valeria Cotto
Jancey

Mela Murder
Ashley
Josie Olivo
Grandma Stacy

Caleb Landry Jones
Jack

Aiden Malik
Dicky
Edward Pagan
Dicky's Dad

Jim R. Coleman
Cabbie
Patti Wiley
Amber
Jasineia Ramos
Luci
Rosa Medina Perez
Bertha
Krystal Nicole Watts
Case Worker
Bronwyn Valley
Twistee Treat Girl
Kelly Fitzgerald
Twistee Treat Girl's Mom

Sandy Kane
Gloria

Andrew Romano
Newlywed Groom
Carolina Grabova
Newlywed Bride
Crew
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