Review of The Boxtrolls (2014) by Eric H — 16 Oct 2014

The Boxtrolls is definitely not the most unique movie I've ever seen. A predictable plot with obvious character directions take away from the excitement of the story, and the lack of adult humor limits the audience members who may enjoy it.

However, this is a stop motion adventure that is fun, and well designed to keep you into the film, helping to offset the boring aspects of the movie. Again this is a bit darker than some of the other animated films for kids, but I don't see it being a problem for most.

Is it worth a trip to the theater? For this reviewer, I think it is fun, though I don't know about the 3-D quality and how much it adds so you're on your own. Yet, there is really nothing special that a home theater system couldn't bring you into.