Review of Zootopia (2016) by Haneef A — 23 Mar 2017
Zootopia is an excellent Disney movie. So excellent that I am so tempted to watch it a 2nd time. And surprisingly, due to its very complex and adult-themed narrative, younger children might be actually bored with it (the young children at my showing was pretty restless!!).
It is directed by Byron Howard and Rich Moore (both respectively directed Tangled and Wreck-It-Ralph; both are excellent Disney movies in their own right!). It stars Ginnifer Goodwin as the voice of an optimistic,energetic,lovable female bunny, Judy Hopps; and Jason Bateman as a street-smart fox named Nick Wilde.
It is a buddy-cop/thriller dramedy; which is very unusual and groundbreaking for a Disney movie! It has excellent graphics and cinematography; with bright colour palettes.
The movie's setting is in a world where humans never existed; and the animals evolved so much that they are now living as humans with modern tech, wearing clothes, and both predator and prey species live in harmony (supposedly). Judy is a cop bunny; the first of its kind. Looked down by other cops due to her species & gender, she became embroiled in a missing persons mystery in which a dozen mammals have gone missing without a trace. In her journey to find the culprit/villain; she seeks the help of Nick, a con-fox. Some of the animals still exhibit some animal habits; with Judy twitching his nose when in fear, which is clever aspect and interesting.
This movie's plot touches on the central theme of empowerment, gender discrimination,racism,drug, friendship, and self-worth. Zootopia manage to expertly balance comedy with drama.
There are many laugh-out moments in this movie which keep me in stitches; especially the Godfather & giant monster parodies; and any scenes involving slothes. Yet the plot is also mysterious (whodunit), with satisfying twists and horrifying scenes; and with a satisfying villain-reveal and finale.
There was a never dull moment in this movie. I was astounded. I was thrilled. I was laughing my a** off. A must-see movie. An A+ !!
This review of Zootopia (2016) was written by Haneef A on 23 Mar 2017.
Zootopia has generally received very positive reviews.
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