If you don't like this, we can't be friends.

Excellent adaptation.

While it doesn't offer any answers, it both thrills and makes you think.

Although I seem to have had higher expectations than I thought, the movie is super entertaining.

I've not read many bad reviews for this film, and when I do it's usually someone whining and complaining about Hollywoods liberal agenda and how this film is simply a poor manifestation of that. Sorry but not every film about controversial subjects has to have a hidden agenda. I strongly suspect it's something else entirely, mainly the fact that a White male and a Black woman have a romance and certain narrow-minded people don't like to see that. They don't come right out and say this, but instead blame it on typical "Hollywood liberalism".I don't agree. I think the writers had a story to tell, and this just so happened to be the subject matter. And what a wonderful little story it is. It tells the story of how a widower, played by Ray Liotta, and his daughter (Tina Majorino) who are trying to pick up the pieces of their life after the death of the mother (who by the way is never shown in the film). Ray Liotta immediately begins looking for a nanny to watch after his daughter so he can return to work. Whoopi Goldberg, who plays the title character, is the only one who seems to be able to reach the daughter and bring her out of her shell. The dynamics of Tina and Whoopi's relationship are what give the movie a real special quality. Whoopi, as always, is a joy to watch. And I just can't say enough about Majorinos acting abilities at such a young age. She's simply a natural, and I'm totally shocked that her career didn't take off like it should have. She's unbelievable.Corrina, Corrina mixes just the right amounts of levity and drama to create a warm, heartfelt film that's easy to watch over and over again. There are just so many little moments that I can only describe as "adorable". I'm usually not so syrupy about films, but with this one I just can't help it. It never gets old.

Engaging, sweet natured comedy-drama from writer/producer/director Jessie Nelson. Story tells of a widower whose recent loss sees him hiring a maid/nanny to help keep house and mind his young daughter. The catch is Corrina is African-American, and when the two become close, society frowns. This is the fifties folks.Nelson balances his film well, and shows an obvious love of children as he indulges in several cute scenes. Whoopi Goldberg and Ray Liotta turn in serviceable performances, but it is Tina Majorino who steals the show as the lovable ragamuffin who doesn't understand why Mommy isn't coming back. Don Ameche and Joan Cusack appear briefly. Rick Cox's enjoyable score is based upon themes composed by Thomas Newman.Editor Lee Percy has allowed "Corrina, Corrina" to overstay its welcome just a little bit, but otherwise this is a touching, simple heart-warmer from Jessie Nelson that comes recommended to family audiences.Monday, April 21, 1997 - Video

This is one of the few movies (in my opinion) that 'gets' what she can do...Most of her work is comedic, and her comedy chops are definitely evident, but the connection she makes with this family shows the love of a child and a man (who just happen to be white) during a time when it was (even potentially hazardous if not) unorthodox to have an interracial relationship.I have to admit that I've only seen this movie on cable, and when they show it on (I think TBS) they cut out the "N" word at a time that makes the scene make no sense. But I stop dead in my tracks to watch...The daughter is confronted as a "N" lover. She reailzes that the word means a black person, but she does not realize that the word is a racial slur. As far as she is concerned, she is with the people who love her, and she loves them, in the pure way that it seems only children can love, in return.These omissions are an example to me of how some networks, and more broadly a Black actress(I've heard her say that she doesn't like the term "African American"-"we're ALL Americans" I seem to remember...) is missplaced even in this decade. The Oscar win is not a fluke. Hollywood has yet to face or offer an opportunity that truly shows off her full potential.I feel that her peer is Robin Williams in terms of a comedian that Hollywood still has yet to see their potential.

I came across this movie on TV late at night when I felt like zoning out and not watching anything that was heavy or depressing and found that I really enjoyed this movie! It's heartwarming, funny, and witty. It's a good, clean movie that you can watch with your family--kids, parents, grandparents, etc. and not get embarrassed by any scenes in it. It's not a sappy movie either though it does bring up some serious issues, such as death, racism, classism, etc. but does so in a comic way that is not depressing. The acting in it is excellent. The only thing that bothered me about it slightly was the vague ending, but it was nevertheless a positive ending. So, if you'd like to watch something light and uplifting that's well-done, I recommend this movie!