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Klaus
PG (UNITED KINGDOM)
2019
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4.5
That initiative starts with Netflixs first original animated movie, Klaus.
Den Of Geek
3.8
Klaus is a quiet, frighteningly strong looking hulkinitially presented as a monster, his face obscured or hidden but hes a gentle soul and a gifted ar ..
Rogerebert
3.0
But Klaus isnt the jolly Kris Kringle you might expect hes closer to Grendel.
Indie Wire
4.5
Theres just one problem: Klaus isnt an instant Christmas classic.
Variety
3.0
An old school, PG rated animation, encompassing some digital wizardry, but generally clinging to a nostalgic, hand drawn look, with a late blooming Ch ..
The Guardian
3.8
The film demonstrates the power of simply inhabiting a tension and absorbing its complications, rather than demanding a resolution.
3.0
This heartbreaking story will likely hit older viewers right in the emotions, even if some of the meaning sails over the heads of the little ones.
Collider
4.5
Smeerensburg is a surreally gruesome place, filled with surreally gruesome people.
Vulture
4.5
We learn theres a giant hermit in the woods (J.K. Simmons), a woodworker whose sharp blades scare the heck out of young Jesper.
The Hollywood Reporter
4.5
Clichs inhibit Klaus from achieving instant classic status, but the film is winning enough that its worth a place in a family Christmas movie library
The New York Times
4.2
Sergio Pablos Klaus is a beautifully animated mix of old and new offing up a unique and quirky take on Santas humble beginnings.
IGN
4.5
As admirable as it is that Klaus in the overall isnt a sugar rush cartoon fix of wisecracks and mayhem, its also too lazily reliant on insults and ins ..
4.5
Why this woodsman (voiced by J.K. Simmons) has an entire barn full of toys is a mystery the film joyfully reveals in one of the many wonderfully creat ..
The Young Folks
3.1
Who can teach us The postman isnt the only useless civil servant in Smeerensburg.
Rogers Movie Nation
3.0
Its busy material, but boldly ambitious and gloriously free from Christmas clichs.
The Times
3.0
It could have a been a lot more original and interesting, but if fighter planes and aircraft carriers are your thing, here you go. Its basically a 194 ..
The Times
4.0
Klaus is a pleasant and entertaining alternative to the usual saccharine seasonal fare.
Radio Times
3.0
This animated Christmas comedy has a lot of kinetic energy to it, telling an engaging story with snappy humour and outrageously silly characters.
Shadows On The Wall
4.5
While Klaus may ultimately be too dark and kooky to become a heartwarming holiday classic that you revisit every year, the film is a visual gift with ..
Decider
4.5
Far more successful with holiday magic than it is with character based comedy, but thats not enough of a flaw to keep young audiences (and their paren ..
The Wrap
4.5
These characters make quite a pair in a movie thats meant to share.
Reel Talk Reviews
4.5
Though there are some narrative blips in Klaus born out of a premise that is maybe just a little too complex for a 97 minute film, the movie is absolu ..
Salon
4.5
It may just have enough visual allure to make that aged uncle whisper thats how animated films used to be and should be more often.
Film Inquiry
3.5
Its well constructed comedy entertains on multiple levels so that theres something for viewers of all ages.
Eye For Film
5.0
Simmons was an inspired choice to play Klaus as hes not the first actor youd think of for the warm and jolly Saint Nick.
Lyles Movie Files
4.5
Altogether, its a movie thats sure to become a holiday favorite in many homes.
Pajiba
3.0
Its very construction inspires hope, that theres new life to be found in a dying method.
Lw Lies
4.0
The first Spanish animated film for Netflix is a delight that embraces at all times its nature of being an old fashioned visual proposal.
1.5
But theres something missing from the end productand lets just say the Grinch knows what it is.
Straight
4.5
Yet the film isnt too interested in examining how they got there.
Bfi
4.5
Its more of a tragic tale, but the movie doesnt get too heavy with it.
Cultured Vultures
4.4
An engaging re imagining of the Santa Claus origin mythos is handled beautifully.
Cinema Sight
4.5
Klaus warmth, wrapped up in classic 2D and tied together with magic and joy, makes it a perfect family holiday viewing affair that might just become a ..
Thril List
3.0
The beauty of the animation means nothing if there isnt a strong story and developed characters.
Mac Guff
4.5
It sneaks up on you and doesnt reveal itself until the third act, but when it is revealed, it actually kind of hits hard.
Battle Royale With Cheese
4.5
Klaus As twisted origin stories about Kris Kringle go, writer/director Sergio Pablos doesnt exactly reinvent the wheel.
The Spool
4.5
The fact that its director, Sergio Pablos, co created Despicable Me means quality can be expected, and thats what you get.
Entertainment Ie
3.8
This is the kind of animated film studios so rarely make anymore, a uniquely designed original story with a heart a mile wide.
From the Front Row
4.0
Gorgeous to look at, clever and funny, with a sometimes dark wit thats suitable for all ages. A Christmas classic in the making.
Caution Spoilers
3.5
And then theres that creepy, disproportionately large, old woodsman.
Maddwolf
4.0
This may be his directorial debut, but hes far from an industry novice.
Jaredmobarak
4.0
Klaus is designed to break your heart just a little bit. The pain of loss and the fear of change are immensely powerful forces and Pablos doesnt shy a ..
ComicBook.com
1.5
Or as its characters say: A true act of goodwill always sparks another.
Gadgets360
3.8
It packs a powerful message and creates goodwill that resonates with the world today.
We Boughta Blog
3.0
Where this animated film really distinguishes itself is the fun spin it offers on the traditional Santa Clause lore.
3.5
It manages to play with both sharp, bold shapes, and soft, smooth colors.
Hypable
4.5
Bold and creative, Klaus should be highlighted for its artistic achievement.
Pólvora
4.0
A heartwarming take on the Christmas origin story. You will alternate between laughing and being moved by the film.
Orcasound
3.0
One must be brave to re write the story of an almost universal character like Santa Claus, but Klaus takes on the challenge with cunning, sympathy and ..
QiiBO
3.0
Its much more than that and it doesnt come through on Netflixs trailer for the film.
Insider
3.5
The journey, which doesnt seem particularly inspired to begin with, soon turns into a convoluted mess.
The News International (Pa ..
4.0
Klaus doesnt just give us 1 person redeemed but a whole town, and I felt almost all of them!
Rotoscopers
1.5
Its tempo is uneven, and not all characters convincing, yet Klaus relies mostly on storytelling and a back to basics visual style to achieve its aim r ..
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