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Whether those pitfalls are too much even for Anderson fans this time out remains to be seen. Den Of Geek

A certain brand of whimsy wry, goldenrod tinted, fastidiously retro is to Wes Anderson as spots are to a Dalmatian, innate and unmistakable.But with I .. EW

This is a film where a character is literally whitewashed, an act that makes him more agreeable afterwards. Isle of Dogs treats this as a sight gag. I .. Rogerebert

It doesnt really matter, and youll be laughing too hard at the gorgeous ukiyo e illustrations of samurai kittens to care (this film cant match the sav .. Indie Wire

Though the films human drama is plainly intended to be chillier than its more vibrant canine goings on, any time spent away from the eponymous isle pa .. Variety

Isle of Dogs, like all Wes Anderson creations, is like nothing youve ever seen before. We Got This Covered

While the films pace is speedy to a fault, it pauses just long enough to ponder the emotional contract between master and pet. Time Out

Yet Isle of Dogs is a delight: funny, touching and full of heartfelt warmth and wit. The Guardian

Isle of Dogs is another utterly distinctive, formally brilliant exercise in savant innocence from Anderson, somewhere between arch naivety and inspire .. The Guardian

Visually and thematically, Isle of Dogs is steeped in contemporary Japanese pop culture and futuristic iconography, but it also draws on traditional i .. The Guardian

Isle of Dogs corroborates the now old joke that the filmmaker works most confidently with puppets and models, as theyre properly suited to these kinds ..

The script feels less like an organic whole than an effort to keep building up a scrawny central premise until it felt like a movie.

In ways reminiscent of Okja in that it straddles the line between child and adult fare uneasily at times, Isle Of Dogs surpasses even Grand Budapest H .. Screen Daily

When combined with Andersons perfectly balanced compositions and bright colour palate, the result is genuinely magical. ETimes (TOI)

Still, Anderson ensures that youre connected to all the charming characters when you arent being dazzled by the films sheer gorgeousness. ETimes (TOI)

It doesnt all come together, but its hard to be upset when youve got very good dogs leading the picture. Collider

While not as stirring as Grand Budapest Hotel or Moonrise Kingdom, its nice to see the director trying to hone his storytelling into new areas and use .. Collider

Anderson shaped the story with Roman Coppola, Jason Schwartzman, and Kunichi Nomura, but wrote the screenplay himself.Its not on the breathtaking leve .. Vulture

But the unique charm of Isle of Dogs is its bottomless vault of curios, its sly humor, playful graphic inserts and dexterous narrative detours. The Hollywood Reporter

His animated characters have all the grace, quirk, and charm of any live action performance.

Hes especially inventive in this movie, and I could watch hours of its noble dogs hanging out, sniffing the air. The New York Times

The emotional weight of Isle of Dogs depends on knowing exactly what that bond between dog and human can mean, how deeply and irrationally it can go. Paste Magazine

Wes Andersons latest stop motion movie is an intricate, emotional and exceptionally entertaining tail of adventure. IGN

(As for charges of cultural appropriation leveled against the movie, Im partial to Moeko Fujiis New Yorker defense enumerating various details in the .. E Film Critic

Even if you are not much of a dog person, you will still find yourself completely taken in by this films version of the standard boy and his dog templ .. E Film Critic

And it probably counts as his most daring, too.The premise hardly hides all this away. Telegraph

The dogs, for their part, all speak clear American English, which is ridiculous, charming and a little revealing.

While not as good as its animated predecessor, Isle of Dogs still manages to charm audiences with its fairy tale setting and adorable furry friends. The Young Folks

For the most part Isle Of Dogs is a peculiar and entrancing affair.

It ultimately makes for a unique screening experience, as you find yourself drawn into each sumptuous frame as youre embedded in the story.Of course, .. Cinema Blend

Wes Andersons ISLE OF DOGS is yet another example of creating great family entertainment without sacrificing heart and real honest to goodness emotion .. JoBlo

Though the offbeat humor in Isle of Dogs, typical for an Anderson picture, may not appeal to everyone, fans of his style will no doubt find themselves .. Screen Rant

What is consistently admirable about Isle of Dogs is the animation. The Globe And Mail

The movie takes its sweet time resolving the story of Atari and Spot frequently diverting to update us on a parallel drama back in the city, where exc .. Philly

There is much food for thought in this film, along with its humor and playfulness. Spirituality And Practice

Isle of Dogs is hardly your average Hollywood animated family movie, and its dry, loopy tone wont appeal to those looking for one. One Guys Opinion

This might be the directors most visually striking film, with its luminous cityscapes, its forbidding and surreal wastelands, its smoky, shadowy inter .. Village Voice

Its clever to the edge of brilliant, and damned funny, start to finish. Rogers Movie Nation

Wes Andersons sly humor, like the film, wears out its welcome long before the end credits arrive.With a minimalist narrative, Isle of Dogs has to get .. ReelViews

10 1 9 / 10 Its hard to believe its been four years since the last release from writer/director Wes Anderson, but the extended time between production .. Blu Ray

The director and his hip writing partners (Jason Schwartzman, Roman Coppola, Kunichi Nomura) infuse their imaginary world with winning deadpan humor. Chicago Reader

Despite its whimsical story and its consistentas well as consistently dryhumor, the whole film is centered on such moments of remorsefor what has pass .. Mark Reviews Movies

Robin: Wes Anderson and his team of animators and vocal talent creates a truly wonderful and poignant story that also represents a leap forward in the ..

Robin: Wes Anderson and his team of animators and vocal talent creates a truly wonderful and poignant story that also represents a leap forward in the ..

Isle is an enjoyable follow up to Andersons masterpiece The Grand Budapest Hotel, and the director has rarely been this heartening with his fare. Usa Today

The Films of Wes Anderson Bottle Rocket Rushmore The Royal Tenenbaums The Life Aquatic The Darjeeling Limited (November 13/07) The Darjeeling Limited .. Reel Film Reviews

Great dialogue, really good heart, and most of the humor does indeed work. You Tube

Its almost as if Anderson is knowingly allowing the actors personalities to seep through...the stop motion is staggering... You Tube

But its also bleak and frequently unsettling, a dazzling family movie with the darkest of hearts. The Times

We are in the age of the seventysomething pop maestro, and seeing Spielberg pull off the old rollercoaster bop is The Times

This is a funny film, but the ironic humor is offset by murder, corruption, lies, bitterness, disappointment, betrayal and distrust.The storys resolut .. Lariat

Its safe to say this movie is a feat that will never be duplicated.I seriously doubt anybody in the future will make a movie that reminds us of Isle o .. News Review

However, if Andersons blend of clinical skill and warming sadness has always hit your cinematic sweet spot, then the stop motion animated (although th .. News Review

The incredible journey that follows is a classic Anderson mix of impeccable craftsmanship and messy emotional payoffs, only with talking dogs this tim .. News Review

The technical tail never wags the narrative dog. Long may Anderson adhere to his own high ideals. Radio Times

All of which can probably also accurately describe the filmmakers brain as this is yet another superlative example of highly imaginative and entertain .. Screen It

Like all of Andersons work, Isle Of Dogs is very stylised, very offbeat and characterised by its extremely dry and often ironic humour. Independent

Wes Andersons stop motion canine fairy tale with a timely political subtext is a triumph of pure imagination. Expect to wag your metaphorical tail in .. Rolling Stone

Its impossible to watch without a smile on the face. And perhaps the occasional tear in the eye as well. Shadows On The Wall

The latest installment in Soul Jazz Records Boombox series, tracing the evolution of recorded rap in the late 70s and early 80s, provides us with the .. Pop Matters

The concept album that is Arethas Gold follows the chronology of Aretha Franklins hits, all released in 1967 and 1968, apex years of the decade not ju .. Pop Matters

Its profundity can easily bring out your inner parent, the kind in thrall to an imaginative kids attention to storytelling detail, even if the thread .. The Wrap

BOTTOM LINE Wes Andersons latest stop motion movie is another lovely, artful trifle. News Day

Subtitled dogspeak would be too weird even for Anderson.).More so than any other Anderson movie, Isle of Dogs is almost fetishistically patterned. Cs Monitor

And if it doesnt win this years Oscar for animated feature, Ill suspect a feline conspiracy. Film Journal

Its an animated film with puppies, after all.While adults and teens will cherish Isle of Dogs, it may traumatize young children. New York Post

The painstaking production design, widescreen compositions and lustrous color schemes are a delight. Hindustan Times

And based simply on this premise, the film is perfectly fine viewing for adults and children alike. Hindustan Times

Still, animation fans of all ages will appreciate the pure creativity of the effort, and Anderson fans will feel right at home. Deseret News (Salt Lake Ci ..

Its a terrific film, one that deserves your attention, and the bark of your approval. Az Central

But this much, at least, is fact: Nobody ever made a good movie about the nobility of cats. Npr

It is about commitment and friendship and courage, but with major moments of violence and filth and puke and profanity.Anderson hardly ever disappoint .. Star Tribune

Absolutely delightful and utterly original, with its lovingly crafted stop motion animation bursting with sweetness but also with a winking mockery. I ..

There are no bad canines in Isle of Dogs, Wes Andersons latest stop motion animated film fascination. Toronto Star

There is a real sense of life to the action, even when it steers well into the realm of the absurd, although the emotional core of the film is often s .. Q Network

Isle of Dogs boils over, not just with kinesthetic fur, but with visual details, cinematic references, and, in a relatively new development for this f .. Slate

The message of tolerance and themes of fear mongering, fascism and deportation means its hard not to see present day America as its target and yet its .. Flim List

Its first act is blisteringly paced, with enough visual invention to make Guy Maddin blush. Film Inquiry

Tears may occasionally well in the dogs eyes, but there is nothing sentimental about the way the exposition plays out.

FYI: Its the longest stop motion film ever, beating out Coraline by two minutes. Susang Ranger

This is an in your face social commentary with accessible oddball humor all wrapped up in an outstanding stop motion animation package. Flickering Myth

From Megasakis robust archways to the mounds of compost on Trash Island, theres so much intricate world building at play. Flickering Myth

Isle of Dogs is a densely detailed gift to enthusiasts of many esoteric domains...A master filmmaker at the peak of his powers created this art for yo .. Flim Threet

Its an unforgettable sequence in Andersons heartfelt ode to dogs, loyalty, and the bond of friendship. Book My Show

Uthaugs mission is a laudable one: to provide all the fun of a video game while sparing us the risk of chronic thumb fatigue. New Yorker

But Isle of Dogs is so packed with detail that the terrific ones barely stand out. Time

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After Fantastic Mr Fox, this is Andersons second stop motion animation and its his most barking movie yet. Express

The enduring filmmakers style may have its detractors but there is still nothing quite like it in contemporary cinema. The Film Stage

Anderson is one of American films most artful magpies, pulling ideas into his storybook from all over. Chicago Tribune

Isle of Dogs is hilarious, touching and inventive and carries with it a strong and much needed message of defiant love. Bullz-Eye

In most other respects, Isle of Dogs is a fascinating (and furry) place to visit, but visit is all it does.Its a good boy. Boston Globe

And thats fine!.A lot of times, thats exactly what we want in a movie: a fresh perspective with minimum commitment. Uproxx

Wes Anderson is on a winning streak.Following on from the wonderfully whimsical shaggy dog story The Grand Budapest Hotel comes an even shaggier dog s .. The Irish Times

But what a dump it isfilthy and fetid, yet somehow utterly gorgeous. The Atlantic

This is a funny, endearing bit of stop motion animation that deserves recognition as another good entry into Andersons wholly unique oeuvre. Birth Movies Death

Scoring it all is a procession of Japanese war drums and playful orchestration provided by Alexandre Desplat, who seems to perfectly understand this d .. Birth Movies Death

With his latest film Isle of Dogs, Anderson manages to merge his unique style with the Japanese culture and art and it works seamlessly. Isle of Dogs .. Deccan Chronicle

Indeed the plot seems content most of the time merely to meander through the landscapes of Andersons imagination. Standard

But the soul of the story is missing, traded for twee design elements. Detroit News

The animation is both beautiful and rickety the way a Wes Anderson world is.

If theres myth and magic for kids theres social commentary and absurdist humour for adult connoisseurs of animated cinema. Firstpost

Graced with an art house sensibility, the project could be a little too grim for kids and a bit too odd, or at least strange in its off kilter design, .. Cnn

A one of a kind animated feature so stuffed with goodness that youll need, and want, to see it multiple times. Aisle Seat

Isle of Dogs is a cinematic delight.It straddles the line between kid friendly adventure and adult skewing political drama, but it is good fun for old .. Forbes

A triumph to be treasured on multiple levels, Isle of Dogs just might the best thing Anderson has ever put his name to. Herald Sun

But as the plot unfolds and becomes more intricate, the film reveals something not pointed out by Crouchs article: Wes Anderson respects the hell out .. Consequence Of Sound

But there was possibility for substance to arise from Isle of Dogs ocean crossing style and unfortunately, it feels like it was buried under a heap of .. Vox

So phew, yes, for a director so visually obsessed with symmetry and neatness (and this might genuinely be his most beautiful film), Andersons narrativ .. The Play List

The parts of this one that are interesting have almost nothing to do with him.The picture is oddly topical in pitting teen activism against adult corr .. Film Freak Central

A decade after Fantastic Mr. Fox, Wes Anderson returns to stop motion animation and delivers a film with even more heart and beauty than that oddball .. Now Toronto

Since Isle of Dogs is an original creation, Anderson does not have to limit himself to any kind of source material or appeal to kids. Scroll

While still enjoyable, Isle of Dogs is very much a lesser Wes Anderson effort. Film Ink

You might say this was the appeal of Anderson during his Rushmore and Royal Tenenbaums erathat bemusing tightrope walk between not only style and subs .. Ner Dist

What arises from all this it is hard to say how consciously is a feeling that the escape mechanism is itself a trap. The Age

Its fanciful nonsense, but its played straight so that it seems like a fairy tale for grown ups. Maki At The Movies

Just as the look of the film is breathtaking, the scripting is astounding.

The film is packed with laugh out loud moments, full of deadpan observations a quintessential Anderson touch and exciting sequences. Cine Vue

A barking mad shaggy dog story with imagination to spare. 13/10, would watch again. Games Radar

What makes this film superior to Fantastic Mr Fox, and arguably all of his live action work, is the amount of love you get from Anderson in Isle of Do .. Star Burst Magazine

Its a bold move, in a film from an American director and studio, to frame the story like this. Lw Lies

Andersons looking at war, retribution, notions of nationality and nationalism, isolationism, culture and individualism. And hes doing it with stop mot .. Abc

Is Wes Andersons latest stop motion flick about puppers all its barked up to be Abc

I thoroughly enjoyed it.But Im a big Wes Anderson fan and Isle of Dogs is most assuredly a Wes Anderson film. Nz Herald

But even admiring, and often adoring, the craftsmanship on display couldnt overcome its meandering, surprisingly even managing to bore despite the ple .. Flicks

Theres so much going on in Isle of Dogs that it probably has to be seen at least twice to be properly appreciated. How many films can you say that abo .. Stl Today

But all in all, Isle of Dogs is worth recommending. Yes, its probably the most problematic thing Andersons done. Its also the most intricate, the most .. The Stranger

The dog dialogue is often droll and hilarious.Anderson has a real gift for the oddball turn of phrase and the stand alone comment that always gets a l .. Cleve Land

Maybe the truest magic of this particular style of stop motion animation is how it lends surprising emotional depth.Fox Searchlight For a director who .. Screen Crush

The stop motion techniques of this directors Fantastic Mr Fox graduate to a new charm, wit and zany inventiveness. Ft

But all the beauty and care in the world adds up to nothing if the story cant hold our attention.And this might be this films greatest triumph. Stuff

Even as a simple fable, it succeeds as another of Andersons impeccable visual confections. Ar Kansas Online

Like a frantic little kid with a paintbox overflowing with imaginative possibilities, Andersons world here is so dense and dynamic, it makes up for th .. Film Racket

The fact that a story aimed at the adult audience and with a disused animation technique is emerging as one of the essential productions of the year ( ..

Aesthetic treatment aside, absolutely all the elements that shape this fabulous analog spectacle entitled Isle of Dogs dazzle with an unusual glow.

...part puppet show and part existential meditation on the nature of free will. Larsen On Film

While Isle of Dogs is basically a fizzy, ornately mounted assembly of quirks and barks, the sheer artistry displayed... is so expertly accomplished, a .. Vanity Fair

Anderson brings out several favourite items from his bag of tricks colour saturation, a narrator, a wonderfully droll script and an altered timeframe .. The Arts Desk

I thought this was an absolutely glorious film and all the haters are boring cat people. The Sun

This one follows its own goofy rules, fills the screen with astonishing images, tells a touching tale of outcast dogs and a faithful boy, and does so .. Wsj

And this cats vs dogs conflict is the heart of this many layered story set in futuristic Japan. FilmFare

If this land of rotting garbage reminds you of WALL E, its purely intentional. Patriot Ledger

Bill Murrays Chief doesnt have as much to do, but the actor still conveys the same droll Bill Murray charm that hes patented for decades. Film

As is common for Anderson, there is a prologue, chapters and a voice over, lending the film a storybook quality, but it all coalesces into something u .. Scmp

Targeted at both kids and adults, theres a lot of fun to be had with the story and the mix of both light and dark comedy. The Film Pie

This is Anderson having the most fun and no surpriseis Anderson at his most enjoyable. Punch Drunk Critics

The exquisitely crafted Dogs may be futuristic, but its mix of Godzilla movies, Kabuki theatre, hard boiled detective dialogue, Rube Goldberg contrapt .. Straight

The film dazzles with creativity and dry wit.The directors unique vision permeates every wonderful, artistic frame. Movie Web

If youve ever thought Andersons characters didnt talk quite like real people, rejoice: they dont talk like real people here, either, and its wonderful .. Sandiego Reader

Unlike evocative Pixar productions, Anderson often thrives on mechanizing the concept of life. Film Companion

Their initially uneasy bond spawns all the emotional (but never twee) beats required to make the narrative almost as satisfying as the visuals. Cinemix Tape

We have been experiencing some problems with subscriber log ins and apologise for the inconvenience caused.Until we resolve the issues, subscribers ne .. Straits Times

That could be a lesson.But in a movie as playfully infatuated with cultural contamination as this one, its definitely a joke, a heavy wink at the blis .. The Ringer

Isle of Dogs is easily Andersons most political venture, a cautionary tale of demagoguery and scapegoating. Film Comment

This is not merely a doggie film that is content to have the canines wag their tails, but is a superior one that overcomes its too cutesy flaws with i .. Dennis Schwartz Reviews

If that sounds pretentious its a Wes Anderson movie, what did you expect One Room With A View

Isle of Dogs has its quirks but at the end of the day, it hits all the right notes.Its going to be hard pressed to find an animated feature in 2018 th .. Solzy At The Movies

Anderson, fulfilling the promise of his auspicious 2009 stop motion animated comedy Fantastic Mr. Fox, taps the iconic works of Japanese filmmaker Aki .. Daily Herald

For everyone else, Isle Of Dogs is a charming and enthralling adventure story with soul that will introduce you to a singularly talented filmmaker. Bitly

There are some inspired touches that bring in other animated styles too. The Skinny

Wes Anderson has made a career out of telling shaggy dog stories in artfully designed fashion so its only natural he should make that impulse literal .. Scots Man

While Isle of Dogs can be enjoyed simply for its surface pleasures its unique story, its singular voice and its gorgeous animation there are elements .. No La

While the effect was surely unintentional, its still problematic; you get the feeling that if this werent an animated movie people would have been up .. Under The Radar Mag

But no stance on mans best friend is necessary to get wrapped up in the endless wizardry of Isle Of Dogs, a gag machine with a characteristic tinge of .. Film Avclub

Even the garbage (which is plentiful) looks designer generated in an exquisite production that celebrates the craft of stop motion animation itself. Post Gazette

Although casual moviegoers may be oblivious to the references that pepper this influence drenched movie, film buffs will delight what is a virtual mas .. The Daily Beast

Regardless, Isle of Dogs is a visually sublime and occasionally amusing story, likely to appeal to both sino and cine philes. The Ooh Tray

Add the directors trademark hipster irreverence and a pinch of classic Japanese filmmaking with its cold exterior belying a deep warmth and you have o .. Or Lando Weekly

The crowded little universe of Wes Andersons latest movie is an amusing place to visit, if not necessarily a bucket list destination. reason

Anderson understands there are no small parts. He gives everyone in this enormous cast time to shine and the result is one of his best films to date. Bowling Green Daily News

One effect of this is the extraordinary pleasure of seeing imagination brought to life without any compromise. Alternate Ending

Set 20 years in the future on a fictional island this dystopian tale is intricately designed in its love for Japan, its cinema and especially the work .. Scifi Now

Isle of Dogs is charming, and of course, beautifully rendered.Its enjoyable! Lainey Gossip

The stop motion animation is first rate, sometimes adorable and often eerily lovely. Seattle Times

Welcome to Isle of Dogs, a deeply imaginative and typically fastidious slice of Wes World. Guide Live

And if it doesnt win this years Oscar for animated feature, Ill suspect a feline conspiracy. Film Journal International ..

Andersons first film since his grandly entertaining gem The Grand Budapest Hotel is a dazzling and heady achievement, employing quirky animation to re .. Clclt

Anderson has been appropriating a rather cosmopolitan style of filmmaking. Fresh Fiction

Isle of Dogs is absolutely irresistible.The setting is a Japan of the cartoon imagination. East Bay Express

In every way, Isle of Dogs is a celebration of craftsmanship, the antithesis of the sleek, modern style of computer animation. Seven Day Svt

Its a lot of words to say that Isle of Dogs is ultimately decent, a watchable stop motion animated film that fans of such will obviously flock to, but .. Black Girl Nerds

Filled with heart, humour and witty dialogue, this doggone delight is the most Wes Anderson esque movie the acclaimed filmmaker has ever made. Concrete Play Ground

Isle of Dogs is a fantastical fable, full of talking animals and dreamy visuals. National Post

However, this is such a labour of love, drawing so much from its creators enthusiasm for all manner of things not least, of course, dogs that it avoid .. Bfi

In this flu ridden winter, its also great to spend time with such charming sufferers of snout fever. Bfi

When you see Wes Andersons quirk flag fly in stop motion animated films like Fantastic Mr. Fox and the crazily imaginative faux Japanese fable Isle of .. Original Cin

Liev Schreiber, who plays Spots, has described the film as a homage to dogs, and it is.But it is equally a homage to Japan. The National

THE BAD As much as I praise Isle of Dogs for its storytelling while maintaining Andersons flair, some of his tiresome habits resurface.Anderson has an .. Rendy Reviews

Im recommending the film because the lovely animation and the humor ultimately win out over everything, but this one may be tougher to revisit years f .. Third Coast Review

Blood and violence, surprisingly, provide dashes of the kind of grisly and grotesque tendencies often scrubbed clean from Andersons oft sanitized pred .. Ion Cinema

This overloaded storytelling is a timely cultural problem: It shows a loss of narrative certainty and political instability for Desplechin and Anderso .. National Review

Probably no American filmmaker is as distinctive as Wes Anderson. National Review

Zippy, entertaining and full of charm and satirical wit, the story sucks you in from tableau setting start to triumphant finish. The New Paper

Andersons most ardent fans love the understated drama and endless unpacking of detail and think there is a deeper meaning in the weirdness. Movie Mom

makes it clear that Anderson is still himself with a story that mixes dystopia with adventure. El Pais (Spain)

Its a fascinating framing devices that works wondrously throughout the film. Cinema Sight

It is animated, and not thematically inappropriate, but its not strictly for children. Trespass Mag

The movies closest relative, or one of them, anyway, is Seven Samurai. Qc Times

The Wes Andersons second stop motion movie is a visual feast that showcases his gift for detail and control.

Wes Andersons stop motion animated film Isle of Dogs note the pun in the title is the best one Ive ever seen about what it means to love a dog and per .. Fw Weekly

We dont deserve Wes Anderson, but we should be eternally grateful he doesnt seem to mind. Ap News

But for those on Andersons wavelength, this is among his best films consistently laugh out loud funny, but also warm and heartfelt. Columbus Alive

Canines will understandably object to the phrase, but Isle of Dogs is clearly the cats meow. Film Frenzy

Anyone who makes others laugh for a living knows otherwise: Its hard work, and it takes plenty of skill.The films design and framing are not only funn .. Sf Examiner

That being said, the film is enjoyable and cinema fiends, dog lovers, and children should all see it. Even if its just to celebrate its diverse, whims .. Vue Weekly

Making widely beloved pets the target of a genocidal dictator leaves little room for subtlety in Andersons latest beautifully rendered foray into stop .. Spectrum Culture

It remains more a dazzling conceit or experiment rather than a realized whole. Sf Chronicle

If Isle of Dogs is somewhat lesser Anderson, its still more creative than 90 percent of what youll see on the screen this year. Tulsa World

It is extraordinary to behold, to be sure, with images of waste and decay that are immense in their grandeur. Am Ny

It is a smart and funny story, filled with nuance and idiosyncrasy; charming and quirky and beautiful to look at.A weird, wonderful delight.

It helps that the warm glow of the scenery makes it one of the most beautiful scenes in a film of beautiful scenes.The film seems to appeal to the kid .. Film Ireland

The main thing to know is that none of it works to the extent that you give any kind of a damn. Its so highly stylised that it all happens at a chilly .. Spectator

Where its all going remains pleasantly murky and beside the point. Cambridge Day

Thus it becomes an instant contender for an Academy Award for Best Animated feature.By all means, the movie is a must see, but I urge you to hug your .. Kaplan Vs Kaplan

The humour here is even darker and Isle of Dogs distinctive aesthetic is unusually spare and bleak. News

Its a precious, whimsical, giddy burst of storytelling, overflowing with love and longing. Review Journal

Just that little up and down motion of the throbbing drumhead must have taken precise, delicate effort to bring to life. Free Beacon

Isle of Dogs is ... delightful entertainment, start to finish, and a beautiful story well told. Pass the dinner dish, please; Ill take seconds. Film Festival Today

And if its too confusing and frightening for children and too dicey for more mature audiences, then just who exactly is this one aimed at Adelaide Review

But for how dense this is, it doesnt take away how much fun it is to watch. Mac Guff

The cleverness and the charm of the world means we sometimes forget were watching talking animals, which is a major attraction of this unique and some .. Impulse Gamer

While Andersons admirers may divine some underlying environmentalist resonance from a tale largely set on Trash Island, few directors have ever been a .. Willamette Week

As in The Fantastic Mr. Fox, Anderson uses animation to talk about human relationships, starting, yes, from dog relationships.

This beautiful looking film is absolutely pitch perfect in the classic Anderson style, brimming with a symmetrical, colorful, indie hipster aesthetic. Screen Zealots

Taking this film at face value, within its own context, its still a wonderful achievement in Andersons idiosyncratic style and sense of humor. The Spool

Its very much Anderson doing his thing, but as a tribute to our four legged friends, he hits on something pretty universal. Hollywood News

No, this isnt an educational documentary, but lets mine the content further given the Japanese setting. Kdhx

Anderson doesnt pull his punches in displaying the ordeal dogs are subjected to. Times Now News

All that said, Isle of Dogs is still a wonder of visual filmmaking, with lively voices and Andersons trademark humor. Aarp

Its the Year of the Dog and Wes Andersons animated Isle of Dogs serves up a fitting tribute to the lovable canines. Kpbs

True, you have to admire the sheer brio, the sheer inventiveness, the sheer unabashed eccentricity and audacity. Saportare Port

Isle of Dogs (Photo provided to MLive.com by Fox Searchlight Pictures) Isle of Dogs would have you believe a dog can whistle. MLive.com

The adventure this cast of characters go on is a fun, heartwarming one; its filled with moments of vulnerability and more importantly, love. Geeks Of Color

Its certainly a film that speaks to a love of Japanese cinema and culture, and a quiet melancholy underpins the otherwise hilarious and often dark scr .. Esquire

While Isle of Dogs, like Andersons recent Moonrise Kingdom and Grand Budapest Hotel, remains a tick below Andersons 1998 2003 masterpiece run of Rushm .. Splice Today

The movie hasnt been so funny to me, but I like the way Anderson elaborates the story, a fable about dogs with obvious sociopolitical metaphors that s ..

A love letter to the historic ties between canines and men, that continues Wes Andersons winning streak on the big screen. A stop motion dream.

An exhilaratingly creative work of art about love, loyalty, responsibility, heroism and the heart of societys underdogs. L.A. Biz

Here is another joyous cinematic experience by Wes Anderson that dazzles the eye, tickles the funny bone, and makes you think about what youve experie .. FanboyNation.com

Like all the best satire and comedy, you can enjoy the film on whatever level you want to. Flixist

Cat lovers: you might not warm to this film.Felines havent been quite so synonymous with villainy since Blofeld proved himself a fan in From Russia Wi .. Bbc

Dont get me wrong, its all still a thoroughly enjoyable experience to sit through, and, if nothing else, Anderson has made an absolutely breathtaking .. Patrick Nabarro

An animated movie about talking dogs set in a not so real place gives a filmmaker plenty of leeway to craft a story not beholden to the same old rules .. Pgh City Paper

But the real heroics come from the team of animators who bring the stop motion puppets to life. They are astonishing, rich, masterfully unique creatio .. Metro Weekly

There are few filmmakers as distinctive as Wes Anderson, and while this film is uneven it also offers moments of sheer wonder. Leonard Mal

Isle of Dogs will undoubtedly enchant some viewers, and its certainly an impressive achievement. Seattle Weekly

Contemporary American directors who have proven consistently trustworthy are few. Looking Closer

The stop motion animation is a treat for eyes tiring of Pixars picture perfect sleekness and just to show he can, the story contains some nods to Kuro .. Herald Scotland

A film is more than just the carefully appointed details of its frames. City Beat

Much has been made lately about whether the age of the auteur is indeed over.This notion however, pertains largely to male white filmmakers of a certa .. The Tyee

Andersons genius lies in his ability to sort out this rich catalogue of visual information, trivial or essential, to create a cinematic storybook that .. Bangkok Post

That isnt to say that its progressive; a white savior narrative very much exists here. Film Monthly

Anderson undoubtedly matches his first outing in the genre with Isle of Dogs, a deadpan, dystopian adventure starring one of the most diverse cast of .. Sa Current

With a literal all star voice cast, gorgeous stop motion animation brings the beautiful story to life. Bust

The animation is beyond spectacular, with deep backdrops and meticulously crafted characters. Maddwolf

It looks fantastic, has some terrific lines and mixes politics with paws to create something almost as thought provoking as Andersons most serious and .. Gq Magazine

Well, except little kids.It may be filled with animated dogs, but this is not a film intended for the little ones. The Jam Report

But it comes with an asterisk.Composer Alexandre Desplats sparse, like clockwork percussion gives the flick a pulse, and Tristan Olivers empathetic ci .. Student Edge

Isle of Dogs is not up to par with Andersons other films, but it tows the line of a cinema so odd and yet full of tenderness and cruelty in tune with ..

The pleasures of the film reside in the obsessive attention to detail, and the scurrying, relentless nature of Anderson ism laid bare on a tableau of .. Worldo Free L

You may cry in a couple of places, because humanity doesnt deserve dogs. World Socialist Web Site

Its camera style lends itself well to Andersons diverse color palette. 812 Film Reviews

This ambitious film is animated with three dimensional animation. Leepers Us

Isle of Dogs may not be Andersons most emotionally explosive entry to his filmography nor frankly is it his funniest but this joyful creation remains .. Silver Screen Riot

But those are technical successes providing visual gags and charm. Jaredmobarak

Its a freewheeling movie thats much more interested in fun and happiness than anything too emotionally heavy.

Stop motion seems, thus, Andersons natural destiny... with the possibilities of creating a custom made world offered by the animation, free from reali .. El antepenÃºltimo mohicano ..

Its not about to make anyone tear up or coo with delight like a childrens cartoon, but it is fully engaging. Digital Journal

One of the films many joys is to watch Wes Andersons furry, soft spoken heroes handle an absence of nurture. Brightest Young Things

The parts of Isle of Dogs with the dogs are so wonderful that I still recommend the film. I just wish he had taken as much care and attention with his .. Host Madison

The ensemble cast wonderfully delivers Andersons deadpan dialogue while leaving the beautiful animation and eye catching visuals to guide the audience .. Flick Feast

The Verdict An eye popping, nostalgia fuelled thrill ride to make any nerd explode with delight. Metro News

This is a kids movie that knows the kids can handle the darkness better than the grown ups. Memphis Flyer

Isle of Dogs is proof that Anderson has the same ability to captivate audiences both in live action and animation. KonexiÃ³n

But in the end, its a story about dogs loving their masters and Wes Anderson delivers a beautiful spectacle. Dna India

From its dry humour to the symmetry of its frames to the awkward love story. Dna India

Without wading into the debate over whether or not Isle of Dogs is more appreciation or appropriation, we can observe what little regard Andersons fil .. Mediaversity Reviews

They may find themselves wondering if the script couldnt have included a few in jokes for Japanese speakers, like the adult oriented gags in Pixar mov .. Japan Times

Think of it as Wall E meets A Boy and His Dog, then has a one nighter at The Grand Budapest Hotel.Its got so much going on, and so much neat stuff to .. Ex Press

This mix gives the audience visual clues to story beats we mightve missed, making IOD worth a serious re watch. idobi.com

This lack of deeper exploration into the characters means that this is the rare Anderson film where the jokes fall flat due to an icy detachment. The Digital Fix

As such, it is very moving and adorable, but it has a disturbing apocalyptic edge to it. Lagniappe Mobile

Even so, and even with some close examination, there doesnt appear to be anything dark or ugly lurking in the heart of Isle of Dogs. Nashville Scene

Over half the film is set on Trash Island, which as youd expect is a pretty dismal place. Ready Steady Cut

Just as Mr. Fox must be defended as one of George Clooneys best roles, in Isle of Dogs the verbal work of Bryan Cranston entails a peak in prosody.

Leave it to Wes Anderson to find his own eccentric way to pay loving tribute in a fantastical, funny and moving stop motion animated adventure. Mubi

Isle of Dogs Wes Anderson 101 minutes, Mans best metaphor Leave it to the wonderfully over inventive talents of Wes Anderson to cobble together an ani .. James Wegg Review

Our gang sets out upon an eye popping adventure across this spectacularly ruined junkyard landscape, with every pile of garbage an artisanal, detailed .. Wbur

For all its intentionally bizarre elements, an underlying affection remains for our four legged friends with the dialogue: Whatever happened to mans b .. Wtop

Original, inventive and oddly topical in its story about a corrupt government manipulating the truth to fuel prejudice, this is a tasty treat for anim .. I News

The film doesnt fit neatly into a genre, as it is a comedy, drama and conspiracy thriller involving murder and political intrigue. VultureHound

Clever, funny, sharply written and utterly ridiculous, it brims with the writer directors signature deadpan humor and excruciating attention to detail .. Ohio

On a more basic level, the human and dog relationships are lovely and poignant, and seeing Atari and the dogs cry tears for each other was very touchi .. The Lonely Film Critic

Exciting and funny with tons of heart, this is a guaranteed blockbuster. Pasadena Weekly

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Working in this animated style, allows Wes Anderson to flourish with his style and allows all other cinematic elements to pop out more than they do in ..

Isle of Dogs Canines have never fared well in Wes Andersons films. Sd City Beat

If a filmmaker can make an animated movie and find wickedly smart parallels in the process, hes a talented individual. KSDK

Anderson doesnt appear to have any bad intentions with Isle of Dogs, but that doesnt stop everything from feeling a bit surreal as we watch the produc ..

Well, hes not.Andersons new, stop motion animated film is many thingsa dystopian sci fi, an homage to Japanese film and culture (with some unfortunate .. Baltimore Magazine

Just like Fantastic Mr. Fox, this is another funny, clever, and imaginative animated fable. Always Good Movies

Isle of Dogs is beautifully designed, but narrated poorly. Its a contradiction that pretends to talk about fidelity that only serves to inspire someth .. Butaca Ancha

The way Anderson puts the movie together is as entertaining as the story. Good Times

In many respects, it is a film with agenda or subtext: a splendidly light and warm hearted romp. Un Cut

Its a blast and one you can take as deeply as you want to go.Wes Anderson makes interesting movies. Kxl

His buddys banishment doesnt sit well with the resourceful sprog, who steals a pocket sized plane and flies himself to the island, joining forces ther ..

In true Anderson fashion, he transformed this Victorian concept into a modern Asian allegory that has the cinematic heart of a classic childrens film ..

There are many charms to this film in both its story and animation style.

All this to say, Isle of Dogs is enjoyable for its rich attention to detail in every shot and its on the nose doggy comedy.

Isle of Dogs is Andersons most overtly apocalyptic work to date, in terms of both its visuals and its tone.

And amidst the jokes, spectacles and allegories, theres something genuinely moving about the story. Awards Daily

Sounds a little dark.Its a kids movie in an extremely Wes Anderson sort of way. Geek

As much as this has all the quirky hallmarks of an Anderson picture, it stands firmly on its own four paws as a particularly rambunctious and winningl .. The National

Isle of Dogs has everything one would expect from a Wes Anderson movie.

It is first and foremost a fable of its time. That time is now, and is one where childlike innocence is no longer sacred to the hideous reach of vicio ..

These aesthetic decisions have a convictionand a precisionthat unfortunately the films other designs lack. Reverse Shot

Sometimes it triumphs, other times it doesnt live up to expectations. Ultimately, Isle of Dogs doesnt satisfy. El Universal

With , Wes Anderson continues to push the limits of his creativity. El Nuevo DÃa (Puerto Rico ..

Essentially, this is a fun tale with more than a few head scratching moments. The Sun Daily (Malaysia)

Its told with herky jerk humor and a beautifully rendered ghostly sadness that lingers almost more than anything else. Medium

Yet, while acknowledging these complaints, they shouldnt overwhelm the movies many assets and its sheer sense of invention. Houston Chronicle

Another detailed kidney transplant procedure (perhaps the first in animated history!) ArrÃ©

is an inversion of dog is mans best friend. Here the man (or the kid) is dogs best friend.

And though we have need of our lone wolves, this shouldnt discount the joys of a companionable cinema. Art Forum

Muttrise Kingdom The Life Canine with Bryan Cranston Although ISLE OF DOGS doesnt quite scale recent heights, this engaging stop motion animation is f ..

Unless he does something different next, this sumptuous but hollow spectacle feels like the end of the line for Anderson too. Big Issue

He always tows the line so that adults will be drawn to the droll sly humor and mega charm of this truly technical and artistic marvel. Showbiz 411

While messy in parts and offering more of a sprint than a narrative marathon, there is great heart and ferocious energy in this cartoonish caper. Vaguev Is Ages

Isle of DogsIt has taken me a while to warm up to Wes Anderson films.While Ive admired their eccentric subject matters, the combination of sad and wac .. Malibu Times

The film shines in its dialoguewhile the usual Anderson deadpan, the lines seem even sharper than usual; a brilliantly dry wit is retained throughout .. Film Bunker

Good intentions dont automatically generate good results, though. Hyperallergic

And with each appropriation, the charm of Andersons talking dogs wears thin. Riot Material

The result is a beautifully decorated story, but dig around deeper and youll find that theres nothing much else there. Another Gaze

Every once in awhile real emotions peep through all the detached humor and its a gut punch every time it happens. The Movie Sleuth

But for all its technical accomplishment and artistic mastery, Isle of Dogs has underdeveloped characters and storytelling that does not feel as urgen .. Cineuropa

It almost always felt like they exerted a force of will or personality to alter their realities. Dayton City Paper

Even their tears, thicker than water and hard earned, look real enough to induce tears of your own. Cine Gods

Film show: Isle of Dogs, Kings and Abracadabra Wes Anderson has lent his whimsical touch to stop action animation feature Isle of Dogs. France 24

The dogs are funny, and the interplay between them represents the storys greatest strength. Missoula News

But the visuals are out of this world beautiful and the set designs are amazingly inventive. Sover

The resulting whole is immensely touching and fun. Yet beneath the films whimsical surface it is not hard to detect some serious points being made abo .. Movie Talk

...an spectacular exercise of technique exceptional stop motion animation, solid voice acting, and a memorable soundtrack.

Its truly a marvel to watch with some amazing cinematography and visuals to boot. Hannahhoolihan

But the result here is something that doesnt really arouse feelings, no matter how many animated dogs in full face stare us down, sometimes with tears .. Pacific Sun

The message espousing tolerance in the face of fear mongering and xenophobia is easy to read, yet it offers an avenue of hope for us all with its chil .. Opeeqo

Taking this film at face value, within its own context, its still a wonderful achievement in Andersons idiosyncratic style and sense of humor. Alcohollywood

As for Avengers, well, you know what youre getting, and that should be plenty. Films Woon

In a career already filled with unforgettable work, Anderson has found his animation masterpiece. Bellingham Herald

The crying effects look so good that you can tell the production team got incredibly stoked and slotted them into the movie wherever they could.You wi .. Mystatesman

Isle dramatizes the political reality of people (or dogs) society doesnt protect.

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