I like Guillermo Del Toro but his last few movies have been a bit dull. Interesting themes, beautiful to look at but like Pinocchios torso they're hollow.
This is far too long for a kids movie and seemingly for no reason. It really drags in parts. Terrible casting choice for Pinocchio. His voice is so irritating! His initial naivety and wonderment about the world he suddenly finds himself in should have been funny and whimsical. Instead I found myself hoping he'd turn back into a real puppet and shut up.
I liked the idea of updating the story but I feel like it didn't add anything. Just a lot of side characters who's storylines felt rushed or unnecessary. If this is aimed at an older audience then it would've suited an even darker take on the story and if it was purely for kids it would benefit from some more fun and excitement.
So overall pretty dull and too long. Gets a 6 for the great character design and animation but honestly not anywhere near the brilliance of what Laika has been putting out over the last ten years.
This is far too long for a kids movie and seemingly for no reason. It really drags in parts. Terrible casting choice for Pinocchio. His voice is so irritating! His initial naivety and wonderment about the world he suddenly finds himself in should have been funny and whimsical. Instead I found myself hoping he'd turn back into a real puppet and shut up.
I liked the idea of updating the story but I feel like it didn't add anything. Just a lot of side characters who's storylines felt rushed or unnecessary. If this is aimed at an older audience then it would've suited an even darker take on the story and if it was purely for kids it would benefit from some more fun and excitement.
So overall pretty dull and too long. Gets a 6 for the great character design and animation but honestly not anywhere near the brilliance of what Laika has been putting out over the last ten years.