Norm Of The North

  • PG (SINGAPORE)
  • 2016


MOVIE IS cynical derivative redeeming animated positive
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$ 30 Million
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Positive Reviews 4
Negative reviews 50
Average Rating 1.5/5
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1.5
Yes, this is a movie for children.But using that as a justification for lazy work, as if kids are inherently too dumb to know the difference, isnt jus .. Av Club
1.0
Are your kids unable to wait until Kung Fu Panda 3 comes out in a couple of weeks, and in dire need of an animated bear fix right this very minute Austin Chronicle
1.5
Its got elements of Happy Feet, Madagascar, Despicable Me, Ice Age, and any number of other films. Vulture
1.3
The quality of animation isnot to put too fine a point on itrather schlocky. Rogerebert
0.5
When its all said and done, Norm of the North is the worst kind of animated movie.It tries absolutely nothing new or original to create an identity fo .. The Young Folks
1.5
From start to finish, its a jumbled, poorly written mess that cant quite figure out what its trying to say or how it wants to say it. Cinema Blend
3.1
The films action is relentlessly paced, an unbreathing rhythm more suitable for Saturday morning cartoons than this features 86 entertaining enough mi .. The Globe And Mail
1.3
This much is clear: You and your kids could probably craft a richer, more exciting polar bear adventure using nothing but Klondike bar wrappers and th .. Philly
2.0
The only redeeming factor is the Minion like lemmings, who inject an undeniably sweet dose of cuteness into the proceedings.
1.2
Not much.Viewers of a certain age might get a kick out of hearing Salome Jens as the crooked politician Greene is in cahoots with, and McElhattons exu .. One Guys Opinion
1.9
The sight gags a polar bear twerking, and the aforementioned toilet humor dont offer much. Rogers Movie Nation
1.2
Instead of wonderfully designed characters and a heartfelt tale, Norm of the North offers a cruelly plasticized viewing experience for family audience .. Blu Ray
1.0
Nothing does; the movie is a shapeless mess that lands with a pathetic thud. News Review
2.0
Essentially, its Happy Feet with added Minions, though without the finesse and irresistible charm of those films. Radio Times
2.0
There just isnt anything special or interesting enough to engage anyone above the four or five year old level. (Full Content Review for Parents Violen .. Screen It
1.0
That animated movies are so prevalent they get their own dumping ground candidates is some sort of progress for the form, one supposes.But with a fift .. The Wrap
1.5
Granted, not every animated movie can deliver quality on the caliber of Disney or Pixar or other proven animation houses. Film Journal
2.0
This uninspiring tale of talking polar bear Norm (voiced by Rob Schneider) who wants to save the Arctic from unlikely housing development plays like a .. The Guardian
1.5
Norms lemming sidekicks, the kind of cuddly, dialogue free companions who function as blatant Minions ripoffs, feel like a metaphor for the entire mov .. Ew
2.0
And with todays best childrens films offering more wit and wisdom than many of those aimed at grown ups, this substandard effort really does deserve t .. Flim List
1.0
Some animated movies balance silliness with smarts, and subtlety with slapstick. Empire
1.5
The characters are weakly developed and the animation is remarkably cheesy, particularly when compared with Pixar and Disney. Susang Ranger
2.0
Families are better off skipping this underwhelming, potty humor filled mess and re watching better eco friendly themed films like Happy Feet and Hoot .. Common Sense Media
1.3
Twitter: @michaelordona Norm of the North Animated comedy adventure. Sf Gate
3.2
A family film that mixes its ecological, environmental message with a familiar self empowerment lesson is hardly original, yet Norm has oodles of char .. Boston Herald
2.5
Its gag set pieces run the gamut from uninspired to incoherent; Rob Schneider, voicing the title role, is energetic but bland. The New York Times
2.0
Bland, derivative family entertainment Norm Of The North merely underlines the craft and imagination that goes into the Pixar titles. Express
2.2
Laura: This utterly generic computer animation may be OK for the kids, but adults will find little entertainment in this rehash of old ideas from bett .. Reeling Reviews
2.5
As a bone to adults, theres also a glancing effort to embrace such weighty themes as global warming and conservation. Hollywood Reporter
2.0
Given the small screen feel of the visuals and the generic plotting, its no surprise that director Trevor Wall comes from the world of television anim .. Los Angeles Times
0.6
Norm of the North is a rancid excursion into well intentioned animated chaos that proves to be an excruciating endurance test no one of sound mind or .. Movie Freak
2.2
This computer animated polar bear tale aims to impart a message to the next generation about the importance of preserving the Arctic. Detroit News
2.0
With plot elements cobbled together from recent animated hits, the blandly executed pic might as well be titled Happy Minions of Madagascars Ice Age. Variety
2.0
Though the message is undoubtedly a strong one, and you cant begrudge a movie preaching such a pertinent ideal, it doesnt then automatically qualify a .. Hey U Guys
1.3
Norm of the North seeks to blend a little Happy Feet with a side of The Penguins of Madagascar and a slice of Minions, but this cheap looking animatio .. The Star
1.3
Unfortunately, Norms most successful message might be to remind us how good the movies from companies like Pixar really are. Deseret News
1.3
Im not opposed to a little pop, judiciously applied, but in this manic, brainless story it really underscores a line from Norms wise old seagull pal: .. New York Post
3.6
Director Trevor Wall seems to have approached this tale of a polar bear who can speak as if children are simply less intelligent adults. Ar Kansas Online
2.0
big songs, perfunctory plot, and indestructible lemmings who are just a little too free with some of their bodily functions. Killer Movie Reviews
2.0
Endlessly creative, technically and conceptually ambitious flicks like Inside Out and The Lego Movie have raised the animated movie stakes in a big wa .. Straight
1.0
RELATED: The 10 best non human movie characters of 2015 Decent gags and dialogue could drag us over the copious logic patches, spread like landmines a .. Metro New York
1.3
Animated comedies for kids dont all need to be intellectually stimulating lessons in empathy and tolerance. Daily Herald
0.0
Just wait for Kung Fu Panda 3.It cannot possibly be worse than Norm of the North. Lainey Gossip
0.6
Im going to punch up the script with some bird poo jokes, a bit of comic burping and some pee gags but no more than three or four.Weve got to keep it .. National Post
1.0
You might expect a clichd fish out of water comedy. But, no. Norm of the North is so lazy, sloppy and confusing, it cant even pull off clichs. Winnipeg Free Press
1.0
Any twitch of a hint of a quiet moment, and Norms tag along pals, three buck toothed lemmings, pee in an aquarium or fart or vomit when sea sick or fa .. Vue Weekly
1.5
Uninvolving, unfunny and visually inferior to its peers, this is a straight to DVD production at best. Cairo 360
1.3
The films visual style is extremely basic, and the lame jokes and scattered storytelling make you appreciate how focused the best animated films are. Heral
0.0
It assumes children dont need entertainment that works on any other level than, Where can I buy a cute stuffed Norm doll Despite its family friendly m .. Richard Crouse
2.5
Increased imagination, however, is needed in a film that frequently meanders through its story even as it doesnt dare slow down its hyperkinetic pacin .. The Film File
1.9
So very, very far from the nearest Mercedes dealership and Tiffanys boutique, they will be.The premise, to put it mildly, makes no sense. Seattle Times
1.5
Childrens films dont always have to be overly complex to make an impact; last falls The Good Dinosaur from Pixar wasnt a great film, but it was pure i .. Chesapeake Family
0.5
Of course, Norm doesnt fit in with everyone else and misses his Grandfather bear who disappeared years ago. rachelsreviews.net
1.5
Norm of the North may keep undiscriminating children pacified for 86 minutes, but theres nothing here for anyone with an IQ higher than freezing tempe .. All Movie
0.5
Its almost unfair to accuse it of being 2016s worst theatrically released animated feature: of course it is. Reviews Antagony Ecstasy
1.5
Although hes destined to be a future king, hes been exhibiting less than kingly behavior. Cross Walk
3.5
So are there any even middling positive moments in the Saturday morning cartoonish Norm of the North Sure, Norm acts courageously, and the quirky idio .. Plugge



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