Review of The Boxtrolls (2014) by Brad S — 07 Feb 2015

I'm really not a fan of cartoon films but found this to be a compelling drive. I'm certainly glad I took the plunge as it's a fantastic stop motion animation in the Aardman style.

Unlike the overcooked, Vaudevillian, farcical hamminess of American animated fare (Despicable me, Lego movie etc), the humour is more subtle and a richer experience. It's got a lovely gothic feel to it with plenty of oozing and slime to boot. A fun story and a bizarre villain make this a fabulous family tale.