Full Review

“A Masterpiece of Heart and Innovation” – The Wild Robot shines with a heartwarming story, breathtaking animation, and an incredibly talented voice cast. It’s a film that captivates from start to finish, delivering a unique and deeply emotional experience.

The story follows Roz (Lupita Nyong’o), a robot who finds herself stranded on a remote island. Through a series of events, she becomes the caretaker of a young gosling, Brightbill (Kit Connor). Adding humor and charm to the mix is the witty fox Fink (Pedro Pascal). The relationships among these characters are the beating heart of the movie, and watching their bonds grow and evolve is a joy to behold.

Roz, despite being a robot designed to follow her programming, is an emotionally compelling character. Her journey of discovery, love, and sacrifice will tug at your heartstrings, and I found myself tearing up more times than I expected. Even though a particular trope near the end has been overused in recent media, the film’s execution of it was still impactful, adding to the emotional resonance of the story.

The animation is nothing short of stunning. DreamWorks has outdone itself by embracing a unique visual style that feels more like art than just traditional animation. The island’s landscapes are breathtaking, with every frame crafted with care and attention to detail. It’s a refreshing departure from the overused 3D animation styles often seen in other studios’ work.

The voice acting is a standout element. Lupita Nyong’o brings warmth and nuance to Roz, Kit Connor captures the innocence and curiosity of Brightbill perfectly, and Pedro Pascal injects humor and personality into every scene he’s in. Their performances make the characters feel alive and relatable, pulling you deeper into the story.

The Wild Robot is not just a film – it’s an experience. It beautifully explores themes of family, identity, and the intersection of technology and nature, all while delivering a narrative that feels both timeless and relevant. It’s one of the best animated movies I’ve ever seen, and a must-watch for anyone looking for a story that stays with you long after the credits roll.

Official Synopsis

From DreamWorks Animation comes a new adaptation of a literary sensation, Peter Brown’s beloved, award-winning, #1 New York Times bestseller, The Wild Robot.

The epic adventure follows the journey of a robot—ROZZUM unit 7134, “Roz” for short — that is shipwrecked on an uninhabited island and must learn to adapt to the harsh surroundings, gradually building relationships with the animals on the island and becoming the adoptive parent of an orphaned gosling.

The Wild Robot stars Academy Award® winner Lupita Nyong’o (Us, The Black Panther franchise) as robot Roz; Emmy and Golden Globe nominee Pedro Pascal (The Last of Us, The Mandalorian) as fox Fink; Emmy winner Catherine O’Hara (Schitt’s Creek, Best in Show) as opossum Pinktail; Oscar® nominee Bill Nighy (Living, Love Actually) as goose Longneck; Kit Connor (Heartstopper, Rocketman) as gosling Brightbill and Oscar® nominee Stephanie Hsu (Everything Everywhere All at Once, this summer’s The Fall Guy) as Vontra, a robot that will intersect with Roz’s life on the island.
(Synopsis by Dreamworks)

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