Category Archives: Animation

Adventure, Animation, Comedy, Fantasy

ELIO (2025): New Trailer From Zoe Saldana, Brad Garrett, Jameela Jamil, Yonas Kibreab…

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Read my spoiler-free movie review of Elio (2025).

Elio, the animated fantasy/adventure about a young space fanatic with fantasies of being abducted has a new trailer.

Starring Zoe Saldana, Jameela Jamil, Yonas Kibreab and Brad Garrett; Adrian Molina, Madeline Sharafian, and Domee Shi direct.

Dare I say, four words: I already love it. Bring on all the wonderful accents and fun voice work.

Shirley Henderson and Remy Edgerly also star.

Elio Release Dates: June 20th, 2025, (US & UK)…

Happy Film Loving,

G

Adventure, Animation, Comedy, Fantasy

ELIO (2025): New Trailer Starring Zoe Saldana, Jameela Jamil, Yonas Kibreab, Brad Garrett…

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Read my spoiler-free movie review of Elio (2025).

Zoe Saldana, Yonas Kibreab, Brad Garrett and Jameela Jamil are the stars of Elio, an animated fantasy/adventure about a young space fanatic who ends up on the adventure of his dreams.

‘I like it. I’m hopeful‘

The above are my precise thoughts after watching this teaser trailer. The visuals certainly have my attention. I, too, have fantasised about being up far beyond the sky because of the beautiful sights on offer. However, since I’m not going to space travel and I have zero interest in being abducted by aliens, I’m happy to settle for NASA images, my vivid imagination and movies such as this one.

Does Elio have your imagination going too? And how soothing is Saldana’s voice? Suddenly, I want her to read a book to me.

Elio is directed by Adrian Molina, Madeline Sharafian and Domee Shi; Shirley Henderson and Remy Edgerly also star.

Elio Release Dates: June 20th, 2025, (US & UK)…

Happy Film Loving,

G

Adventure, Animation, Comedy, No Spoiler Reviews

MADAGASCAR (2005): The Things I Liked… 

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Madagascar is an animated movie I remember enjoying a lot in 2005. 

The Eric Darnell and Tom McGrath-directed film about animals from New York Zoo that find themselves in the jungles of Madagascar has some very memorable characters.

Madagascar (2005), Universal Pictures
Madagascar (2005), Universal Pictures

Though the resourceful penguins are fantastic, King Julian has my heart, not just because of the words that come out of his mouth, but equally because of his glorious, joy-inducing dance moves.

Also, as I watched the movie, I suddenly found myself dreaming of a pet lemur. Nevertheless, I’m sure it’s best to get a King Julian plushie instead; ideally, one that’s motorised so he can dance to my heart’s content.

Have you seen Madagascar recently? It’s not a perfect movie, but it’s fun and stars Sacha Baron Cohen, Ben Stiller, Chris Rock, Jada Pinkett-Smith, David Schwimmer and Cedric The Entertainer. 

I say watch Madagascar and see how you smile!

Happy Film Loving, 

G

Adventure, Animation, Drama

MUFASA – THE LION KING (2024): New Trailer Starring Mads Mikkelsen, Seth Rogen, Donald Glover and Kelvin Harrison Jr…

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Read my spoiler-free movie review of Mufasa The Lion King (2024).

Director Barry Jenkins’s latest movie, Mufasa – The Lion King has a new more intriguing trailer. that stars Seth Rogen, Mads Mikkelsen, Aaron Pierre and Kelvin Harrison Jr.

I’ve decided I’ll try to watch Mufasa – The Lion King. Hopefully, unlike the first CGI The Lion KIng Movie (2019), I won’t be compelled to stop because my brain tells me something is off visually. And that I should watch an actual nature documentary instead.

I also don’t want to miss the Mufasa/Scar origin story. My fingers are crossed that I make it to the movie’s end this time.

Donald Glover, Anika Noni Rose, Lennie James, Billy Eichner, John Kani, Mads Mikkelsen, Thandiwe Newton, Blue Ivy Carter, Keith David, Beyoncé, Tiffany Boone, Folake Olowofoyeku and Abdul Salis also star

Mufasa – The Lion King Release Dates: December 20th (US & UK)…

Happy Film Loving,

G

Action, Adventure, Animation, No Spoiler Reviews

TRANSFORMERS ONE (2024): The Things I Liked…

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I was never the biggest fan of Transformers (autobots/robots that can transform into other forms, such as vehicles and animals), except I did enjoy the 2007 movie starring Shia La Boef, Megan Fox and Josh Duhamel.

Since then, the Transformers movies that followed didn’t quite speak to me. That is until I learned that the cast of Transformers One, the latest film in the franchise includes Scarlett Johansson, Chris Hemsworth, Keegan Michael Key, Brian Tyree Henry, Laurence Fishburne, Jon Hamm and Steve Buscemi. 

Directed by Josh Cooley, Transformers One is an animated action/adventure film about the origin story of sworn enemies Optimus Prime and Megatron, two transformers who were once the best of friends.

I must admit to enjoying Transformers One more than I expected to. Cooley’s film is a well-structured story. One with engaging, fun characters, funny moments, plus, visuals that will have you locked in – adults and children alike. And you certainly don’t have to be a die-hard Transformers fan to have a good time.

When forced to pick one thing to improve Cooley’s film, it would be for Megatron’s turn to the dark side to feel less rushed.

Watch Transformers One if you’re curious. You’ll likely find yourself pleasantly surprised.

Happy Film Loving,

G