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Winkin', Blinkin', and Nod

posted 16 years ago by Dave_at_23
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There is a lot to recommend this film as a great family comedy. The interaction between Mr. Wilson and Dennis, the outrageous damage Dennis does by accident, and the hysterical scenes with Dennis and the crook.
But, one of the things that sets this film apart from all others, for me at least, is the tender scene between Mrs. Wilson and Dennis as she recites that beautiful poem/lullaby "Winkin', Blinkin', and Nod"

I especially love the scene as it shows Dennis and His mom and Dad in their respective beds, thinking about each other and how they miss each other.

I am not ashamed to admit that it brings back fond memories of my childhood, and a happy tear to my eye.

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[–] pnayballer10 15 years ago

Joan Plowright is amazing in that scene. I surprised this talented woman has yet to win an Oscar.

[–] toking65000 15 years ago

Yes that part was so sweet. I want to learn that poem.

HANG UP AND DRIVE!!!

[–] Public-Enemy-01 15 years ago

Yh i hate to admit it. I thought that scene was very tender and sweet and the poem was beautiful.
All i gotta say is i wish my mum read me poems at night when i was younger :(

NATHAN GAMBLE is a little GENIUS and i want him as my little brother.

[–] BoomerMovieFan 14 years ago

Love the scene and the poem.

Here's a beautiful version of it by Disney:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ugTJ7MIVbf4

[–] 14 years ago

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