Annie (1999)

In the heart of the bustling city, the spirited eleven-year-old Annie lives in the shadowy corners of a grim, unloving orphanage run by the ruthless Miss Hannigan. The fiery-haired Annie, a beacon of hope and resilience in this bleak world, never stops dreaming of the family she's never known. Her life takes an unexpected turn when the compassionate Grace Farrell, assistant to the gruff billionaire Oliver Warbucks, arrives to whisk her away from her dreary existence. Warbucks, a man hardened by wealth and power, has decided to open his luxurious mansion to an orphan for the Christmas holidays. As the frosty winter days roll by, Annie's infectious optimism begins to thaw the icy exterior of Warbucks, his staff, and even the President of the United States. A bond starts to form, so strong that Warbucks wishes to adopt her. However, the mystery of her past continues to haunt Annie. Clinging to an old locket, the only memento from her birth parents, she yearns to uncover her roots. Warbucks, moved by her longing, offers an enticing reward for her real parents to step forward. This sets off a chain of events, attracting not only hopeful parents but also the cunning Miss Hannigan's brother and his scheming girlfriend, who see an opportunity to cash in on Annie's situation. In this enchanting tale, Annie's journey takes her from the gloom of an orphanage to the dazzling world of a billionaire, testing her courage, and igniting a quest for her true identity. Will she find the family she dreams of or will she discover that family can also be found in the most unexpected places?

Annie is a comedy movie featuring Kathy Bates and directed by Rob Marshall.

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