Review of Dumbo

Dumbo (1941)
4/10
Let's Be Honest, It's Aged
6 September 2023
The very short movie about an elephant who overcomes adversity in the circus.

I am sure I am in the minority here, but I do not think Dumbo is that great of a movie by modern standards. I understand the importance of appreciating a movie for its time, but I also realize that I am watching a film in 2023, and I can't pretend that there are better films. I get that many modern films only exist because Dumbo was a mild success in its time, but I find there is little that stands the test of time. The protagonist is not very compelling, things just happen to him. The big climax happens in like the last 5 minutes. The animation is aged. The Pink Elephants on Parade while memorable, feels so out of place. It is simply an okay movie.

Most people will enjoy it. But I wouldn't really recommend it to those who haven't seen it.
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