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7/10
The Great Longneck Migration
Smells_Like_Cheese2 April 2009
The Land Before Time X: The Great Longneck Migration, the tenth installment in the Land Before Time series. This is the best sequel I have seen so far! Seriously, this is a really good animated film and deserves a higher rating. Again, I am so confused, when I started watching these movies I was expecting nothing but trash from what the users have been rating them. But I always try to give my best honest feedback on the film and honestly this was a terrific story. The animation is getting a little bit more computer which I agree is sort of taking away from what the original was giving us, but it's a new generation and still the bright colors and characters were still a pleasure to watch. We finally get to meet Littlefoot's father and also more Longnecks for Littlefoot, so we get to see what his life could be like if he grew up with his mother.

Plagued by mysterious dreams, Littlefoot, his grandparents and all the other Longnecks depart the Great Valley, joining up with other Longneck herds as they travel to a single location; with Cera, Petrie, Spike, and Ducky following the herds to an enormous crater, which they believe is the culmination of their journey. Littlefoot learns that long ago, that the sun was going to fall. However, a number of Longnecks came together to this very spot and raised up their necks, lifting the Circle back to where it had been. According to this myth, this stretching of their necks is how the Longnecks got their long necks. History is about to repeat itself, and so the Longnecks have returned to the crater in order to save the sun once more. Littlefoot's friends miss him though and decide to travel to find him and take him back home meeting another Longneck along the way. However, another surprise is in store, as Littlefoot meets his father, Bron, for the first time in his whole life. However, Bron isn't alone. Since parting from his now deceased wife, he has become guardian to another young brachiosaurus, Shorty, who becomes jealous of Littlefoot since Bron is spending more time with him. One dawn, Shorty tries to run away, but Littlefoot stops him and convinces him to rejoin the migration, he even goes as far as to suggest they become brothers. At this point, Littlefoot's friends arrive. Soon after, following a Sharptooth attack there is a furious battle that the group must face.

The Land Before Time X: The Great Longneck Migration is the best sequel that I've seen so far of the series. I can't wait to see the next sequel which I do have to wait for sadly, so a comment will be coming soon. But I have to tell you the humor is much more for the kids as the adults, I even laughed a few times, which I have with the previous sequels, but not as much as with The Great Longneck Migration. I mainly loved watching Littlefoot's friends going on their own to find Littlefoot, especially Ducky and Spike, they are so cute together. This was a touching story as well with Littlefoot discovering his dad and the relationship they could have together. I highly recommend this movie, if you are going to watch one of the Land Before Time sequels, I suggest this one.

7/10
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6/10
Not absolutely brilliant, but a decent sequel nonetheless
TheLittleSongbird8 June 2010
I like most of the sequels of the Land Before Time series, though none of them are as good as the original. This is a decent sequel, without being one of the best. The songs are forgettable here and the dialogue is rather simplistic, plus the film does feel rushed in places. But the animation is decent with some nice backgrounds especially, and the plot is well thought out and rounded off. The voice acting is the best asset though, easily one of the better LBT sequels in terms of voice acting. The characters still have their likability also, and there is some very admirable messaging. Overall, not great but not awful either. 6/10 Bethany Cox
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5/10
Could be worse, I guess
ericstevenson13 November 2017
This is another entry in the neverending "Land Before Time" series and it isn't that terrible. I admit that it's been a long time since I've seen the series and it was at least nice to see all the characters again. I mean, they don't really do anything outrageously out of character in this. This movie features a great longneck migration but that only makes up less than half of the actual movie. This movie features Littlefoot having a dream about a migration which all the other dinosaurs have, which is kind of weird. All the longnecks go to this one place while Littlefoot's friends follow their tracks.

They actually did do something kind of nice and that's introduce Littlefoot's father. Honestly, these scenes are pretty good because in such a long running series they actually are making some important new revelations about the main characters. Of course, this is far from saving the film. It's amazing how the original film from 1988 has animation that easily surpasses this. The songs are pretty annoying, but at least it's better than "George Of The Jungle 2". Then again, what wouldn't be? **
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Finally, a sequel that does the original classic justice (spoilers)
rapt0r_claw-118 July 2004
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The Land Before Time was one of my most beloved cartoons. It was a far cry from Disney, being dark, moody, and really sad and morose. But since Universal betrayed Don Bluth and started cranking out cheap direct-to-video sequels, I've been unhappy with the series. I liked II and III because I was still in kindergarten, but since then I haven't seen any until I got XII, XIII and IX. I intended to get 'em all, each time hoping for a revival of the old style.

In Land Before Time X: The Great Longneck Migration, you will not find anything like the art direction of the first one, albeit there is a shadow of it in a gloomy swamp. The Great Valley must be bright and cheery, which I forgive, 'cause it's heaven on earth, isn't it? Well, the rest of the sequels acted like the last movie never happened; it's like a TV series with episodes like Dexter's Lab or Johnny Bravo, with no connection between the countless "adventures". However, the tenth installment ties in with the first, featuring a realistic plot. Migration instincts in dinosaurs probably arose not in dreams, but just some weird chemical reaction that said, "Time to haul ass!" But, the animators probably knew that, and kiddies wouldn't get it if you involved scientific mumbo-jumbo in a cartoon that calls tyrannosaurs "sharpteeth".

As far as animation goes, the gist of the last paragraph repeats itself: this is the only REAL sequel. They actually seemed to want to do the classic justice this time around. The animation in the other video releases was no better than a TV show, despite some amateurish attempts at CG effects in the ninth. Now, the hand animation looks smooth and fluent, not quite like the first, but good enough to pass with some confidence, since the sequels Disney's churning out aren't exactly masterpieces. The CGI is the most noticeably improved: the trees, the rocks, the water, every non-character element is CG, except for when a character hits the wanter - then you see a hand-drawn splash.

The voice acting is much better. The filmmakers didn't just walk up to a random guy on the street and ask him if he could read. Some celebrities tag along for this finale. I heard that someone heard that a good source had confirmed that XI was in the works: I don't think so, or hope so. The narrator certainly seemed to say that was it, since he just said that Littlefoot and his dad would have some more adventures, and everything turned out hunky-dory. So I doubt that they'd have the audacity to make another sequel. I think if you're a Don Bluth fan (this ISN'T a Bluth film), you'll like The Land Before Time. If you do, there isn't any real need to see any of the sequels but The Land Before Time X: The Great Longneck Migration. It's the only REAL sequel to Bluth's masterpiece.
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6/10
Fair Movie
shadow_cabbit22 April 2006
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I just don't get why people pick these poor movies to pieces. Sure, they may be low-quality, but it's a CHILDREN'S MOVIE, for crying out loud. If you're overly critical and over the age of 25 and hate these movies, then stop nitpicking them and get a life. They're awesome movies and always have been. I'm 15, I've grown up with them, and I love every one.

To me, number 10 wasn't the best. The story was awesome (hey, we finally get to meet Bron, Littlefoot's dad!). I just thought the parts involving Cera and the others were a little bit cheesy..if not downright boring. They should've been left out and make it a surprise for them to show up later and explain how they came to be there.

The songwriters could do better. The songs are a bit cheesy, and the singing isn't too good. The voiceacting sucks, particularly where Littlefoot is involved. I loved Scott McAfee and I wish they'd bring him back because he actually knew how to make Littlefoot's laugh sound authentic and not forced. Same with the screaming. Half the time the guy doesn't even sound like he's screaming, it's more like a low moan. C'mon, people, you can do better than that! And he of all the voiceactors Littlefoot had could actually sound like the original, Gabriel Damon. Way to go, Scott. Rock on.

Anyway I must say it's great to know that Littlefoot actually had a father. First time around I actually was kind of sad that Littlefoot almost chose to go with Bron instead of staying with his grandparents. I love Grandma and Grandpa so I was like 'yay!' when he decided to stay with them. This one rates a 6 because of the voiceacting and such. I love the first five movies, and the 6th-8th hold their own charm. Number nine I thought had no relevance or even a lesson to learn from the plot..it was all hunky-dory fun and exploring the whole dang movie! The people who wrote that one should be shot. This one is okay and it's actually kind of dramatic and has a cool plot. All around it's a pretty good movie.
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10/10
I've been waiting for this movie...
wolfofmoonandsun22 June 2004
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********BEWARE OF POSSIBLE SPOILERS!*************

The Land Before Time was one of my favorite movies when I was around 4-5. It actually taught me about death. It's a cherished childhood memory, therefore I'd like to see it treated with a little respect. Instead I've seen it abused over the years, milked for sequels whenever the studio goes broke. Each one is worse than the last, chock full of fruity singing. So wasn't I surprised when I saw LBT X!

Honestly, it's like a breath of fresh air after being stuck downwind from a fart. Where do I begin?

First of all, the voice acting is better. Instead of paying some homeless guy with a sandwich and a roll of toilet paper, some actual celebrities were hired. And who should be supplying the voice of the most important character, but Kiefer Sutherland! This is a big thing for me, I'm a huge Kiefer fan. So much that I don't really give a toot about other important people voicing other important longnecks.

Second of all, the plot of the first movie ties in with this one. In all the other sequels, Littlefoot is just happy as a clam and never mentions or even thinks about his mother. For the love of cake, people, she died in front of him! If your mother was shredded apart by a vicious dinosaur and you were left to survive yourself, would you be frolicking around singing songs? I don't know about you, but I'd be cowering in my "safe corner". Not to mention Littlefoot's home is rife with morons. But not in this movie. Here, a series of dreams leads Littlefoot to a place where he meets his father. Finally he's forced to take off his rose-colored sunglasses and remember his past. The result is a movie that's at least somewhat mature.

A nicely thought out plot (parts actually mirror a fan fiction story I wrote), Kiefer Sutherland voicing Littlefoot's father, and I really don't think there were quite as many songs. All together I'm more than satisfied with this movie. Granted, there are better cartoons out there to entertain you. But if you were a fan of the first movie and are disgusted with the sugary sequels, I think you'll find Land Before Time X pleasantly refreshing.
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9/10
I'm amazed!
Growlyted11 September 2004
As a loyal L.B.T. fan, I swooped on this & was amazed. Littlefoot sets out with his grandparents to discover the meaning of a dream. His friends can't resist following and soon get into trouble. Meanwhile Littlefoot makes an astonishing discovery.

This milestone film has quality animation, talented guest stars, cute songs and sympathetic new characters. Olivia Newton John lends her fantastic voice to the end credits. Grease is my favourite musical so this was a real thrill. My only quibble is that Ali, the female longneck from IV did not return. Opportunity lost.

And if they make XI, I'll be first in line. 9/10
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9/10
The Best Land Before Time Sequel
allyball-6312416 April 2016
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The Great Longneck Migration is my favorite of the sequels so far. Bron and Shorty are interesting and fun new characters, the story was interesting, if not somewhat based on dream logic, and the animation was pretty good even though it's CGI. I think the best thing about this movie is the conflict Littlefoot goes through. In fact, he's now the most relatable character to me. As a person who's lost friends due to movie, I can say that this conflict is portrayed perfectly in the final song which does get me teary-eyed every now and then. I also really loved the climax of this movie. It's gorgeously animated and just amazing! Of course, the relationship between Littlefoot and his dad and the journey itself are fun and heartfelt! In fact, this movie might be almost as good as the original if not better than the original movie. I also love "Adventuring" and "Best of Friends."
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8/10
Littlefoot Meets Someone Unexpected In The Next Land Before Time
zsofikam25 April 2018
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At long last we arrive at the 10th installment in the Land Before Time series. It turns out that both Littlefoot and his grandparents have been having a recurring dream where the sun goes dark and falls from the sky. It turns out that other longnecks all over the place have been having this same dream and have all decided to go on a trip, which Littlefoot's friends eventually decide to follow along on. I won't give anything more away but when he and his grandparents arrive at their destination, he meets someone unexpected and very special. Overall, this may just be the best sequel since Stone of Cold Fire. The animation quality is declining (though still good for direct-to-video) and I didn't care much for the songs in this one where in the previous movies I was able to find at least one song that I liked. But with that said, it's very nice that Littlefoot gets another figure in his life and I like that Littlefoot's mother is mentioned.
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10/10
Fantastic
rossrobinson6 September 2004
The Land Before Time 10: The Great Longneck Migration i think is a fantastic movie. This was made in 2003, after 16 years (1988 - 2004) there is still more the land before time movies coming out, THE LAND BEFORE TIME = 1988 THE LAND BEFORE TIME 2: THE GREAT VALLEY ADVENTURE 1994 THE LAND BEFORE TIME 3: THE TIME OF THE GREAT GIVING = 1995 THE LAND BEFORE TIME 4: JOURNEY THROUGH THE MISTS = 1996 THE LAND BEFORE TIME 5: THE MYSTERIOUS ISLAND = 1997 THE LAND BEFORE TIME 6: THE SECRET OF SAURUS ROCK = 1998 THE LAND BEFORE TIME 7: THE STONE OF COLD FIRE 2000 THE LAND BEFORE TIME 8: THE BIG FREEZE = 2001 THE LAND BEFORE TIME 9: JOURNEY TO BIG WATER = 2002 THE LAND BEFORE TIME 10: THE GREAT LONGNECK MIGRATION = 2003

Yet there is more the land before time movies to be released.

THE LAND BEFORE TIME 11 = 2004

The 11th title has been rumoured with a title called: INVADING THE TINYSAURUS. Also one of the cast has rumoured that THE LAND BEFORE TIME 12 is in the greenlit. I have enjoyed watching the 10th installment of the land before time. I am looking forward to see the 11th title when it does come out, hopefully in December as there has been no news just yet on the land before time 11. Hopefully there will be some news. I give THE LAND BEFORE TIME 10. 10 OUT OF 10.
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