Review of The Secret of NIMH (1982) by Matthew Samuel M — 16 Aug 2013
The Secret of NIMH features gorgeous, detailed animation and a delightfully dark nature. It is well constructed, occasionally thrilling, visually dazzling---and also mysterious and haunting (rare for an animated film).
What really makes the film a triumph is its ability to perfectly convey O'Brien's masterful work--especially via the expressive characters--and fully capture our attention and wonder as we willingly follow Ms.
Brisby along her exciting adventure. Where it falls short is in its slow beginning, abrupt ending, and some moments that drag. However, these flaws--while keeping it from being a perfect masterpiece--are then undone by the beauty that makes up most of the film.
This review of The Secret of NIMH (1982) was written by Matthew Samuel M on 16 Aug 2013.
The Secret of NIMH has generally received very positive reviews.
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