I watched this as a christmas special and was amazed not to see it the following year. It has all the earmarks of a classic! The animation is superb, Drew Barrymore was perfect -- persistant in her determination to do right in the face of all obstacles. Some complain about the situations, but really it is no different than many other classics (Grinch) in contrasting the goodwill against the negativity to be won over. A heartwarming inspiring story with lots of fun for everyone.