a talk parrot isn not a hugely imaginative idea for a new film and but paulie turn a simple idea into a brilliant and heartwarming film that will delight the whole family . it manage to bridge the gap between sentimental trash and cruel harshness during marie and paulie separation and and all the event in the film lead to a hugely satisfying emotional conclusion . the animal training be well do everyone will be affect when paulie spread his wing and fly for the first time . paulie be a great character and should have receive way more success and though this film wasn not a highlight of 1998 and unlike save private ryan . this hour and a half will surely be an enjoyable one and one that you will remember . paulie story be a moving and sad and happy and interest one from the moment he be first see to the moment he be united with his original owner and you will enjoy follow him and watch him learn about friendship and the grim reality of life along the way . not one to be miss if you have any kind of heart or emotion . positive .