Racing Stripes

  • 2005


MOVIE IS unfocused tolerable dubious entertaining important
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35 % Rotten
$ 90 Million
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Positive Reviews 22
Negative reviews 20
Average Rating 2.5/5
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1.5
Part earnest, old fashioned melodrama, part wisecracking broad comedy, Racing Stripes is a film divided against itself. Av Club
2.5
For the jaded adult, theres something casually terrifying about Racing Stripes. EW
2.5
Computer effects are used, however, to sync their mouths with the dialogue an effect thats a little creepy. Rogerebert
1.5
And when the script isnt recycling the familiar (without much spark), its filling every possible other moment with labored puns and toilet humor.
0.0
Adults will find Stripes tolerable at best, and the youngsters will probably show little more enthusiasm.
3.0
This small, slight film manages to combine an endearingly dinky quality with a hefty dose of directorial ambition. The New York Times
2.5
The cannibalism gag doesnt carry much metaphysical heft, and its not much of a gag, either. San Francisco Chronicle
2.5
A lame, childrens message movie thats a lot more tolerable than it ought to be. Cinema Blend
3.1
The special effects here are surprisingly smooth, and everyone seems to be having fun. Ny Daily News
3.2
It has enough heart and humor to land it in the winners circle, even if not in first place. One Guys Opinion
3.1
The fault lies in the script (credited to newcomer David Schmidt), which doesnt believe that the animals have much worth saying to adult audience memb .. ReelViews
3.2
It succeeds in thoroughly entertaining its target audience while being easy on the eyes and minds of the escorting adults.
1.9
Almost everyone in this has done better, and those who havent, like young Ms. Panettiere, have plenty of time to do so. Usa Today
2.5
I suppose you have to expect barnyard humor in a film which takes place in a barnyard, but I longed for something more clever and less crude. Lariat
2.5
Its a pleasant enough little movie, occasionally witty but mostly average. Eric Ds Nider
2.5
Its so blatantly obvious on every level that it shouldnt work at all, but Du Chaus direction is lively and colourful; and even if we never doubt where .. Shadows On The Wall
3.0
... the screenplay is a little unfocused in places for example, a love interest sub plot gets dropped pretty quickly, presumably because onscreen hors .. View London
2.5
Thats how we learn many of the storys most important facts, including the peculiar circumstance that Stripes has no idea hes a zebra, but thinks hes r .. Cs Monitor
2.0
Young children may be mildly entertained by this familiar story, but for anyone over the age of 10 the film contains few surprises and even fewer laug .. Film Journal International ..
1.3
If thats not bad enough, the movie also features a nearly nonstop barrage of flatulence and bird droppings gags, accompanied by some dubious humor inv .. Deseret News (Salt Lake Ci ..
3.1
A cute little movie of modest ambitions, aimed squarely at the youngsters in the audience. Internet Reviews
3.1
Simultaneously overplotted and simplistic, the new barnyard/racecourse comedy from Warner Brothers is predictable every step of the way, and it contai .. Boston
2.0
As if this isnt enough, theres a mobster pelican, Goose (voiced by the second runner up in annoyance value, Joe Pantoliano), whose specialty is unleas .. Mountain X
1.5
Unlike Babe, which knows exactly what kind of film it aspires to be, Racing Stripes seems unsure of its target market.
3.0
A breezy caper that will entertain children without testing their parents patience. Bbc
1.9
Any such thought quickly fades, though, as writer director Uwe Boll keeps on finding new ways of hitting rather astonishing cinematic lows. Mr Brown Movies
1.9
Having seen it all before, and in a superior, more charming fashion, the most likely response from viewers will be lackadaisical indifference. The Movie Boy
3.0
Should delight youngsters, although parents likely will find it is sentimental in the extreme, with a plot that telegraphs every development. Calendar Live
3.1
Racing Stripes is pretty standard family fare without too many charming moments. Hollywood
2.2
Even its sole difference from Babe cant help distinguish Racing Stripes: two hip hop flies, Scuzz (David Spade) and Buzz (Steve Harvey), only contribu .. Seattle Pi
3.5
Theres something oddly satisfying about seeing a notoriously disobedient wild animal like a zebra racing alongside horses. Coles Mithey
2.5
Although defintely aimed at younger kids, Racing Stripes is cute and funny enough to keep the adults from being completely bored. Three Movie Buffs
1.5
Just because a film is geared toward first graders doesnt mean it has to sound like it was written by one. Kansas City
2.0
a passable entertainment for kids that is hobbled badly by a formulaic plot and talking animals that, for the most part, dont have anything interestin .. Killer Movie Reviews
3.8
The kids get plenty of lessons about overcoming adversity, working hard to achieve your goals, defying the odds if you want to conquer an important ch .. Waffle Movies
3.5
Setting up a race in which you root for the misfit is the oldest trick in the book, to quote a phrase Tucker the horse likes to use in Racing Stripes. .. Guide Live
3.5
It may not be a sure bet, but the odds are excellent that Racing Stripes has something for the whole family. Jam! Movies
2.5
Even by the dubious standards of talking animal movies, this one is routine. Freep
3.5
That it is familiar and predictable is a given, but nevertheless Racing Stripes is an enjoyable film. From The Balcony
2.5
I have no doubt that Racing Stripes will be a solid hit with younger kids. But adults watching it with them may want to bring along a good book. Movie Metropolis
3.8
This is a nice movie that should entertain the kids and adults wont mind either. Entertainment Spectrum
1.5
the latest entry in a long string of family oriented films that undercut their sentimental side with plenty of gross out gags and dried out pop cultur .. James Sanford on Film
3.0
Adorable zebra, overly cute girl, funny animals, and too much bird poop and yet still entertaining (not as much for adults, but if I was 9, I would ha .. TheMovieChicks.com
2.5
Old McDonald had a farm, EEIEEIO. And on that farm there was no clear sense of direction, EEIEEIO. IGN Movies
1.2
Imagine Babe without the heart, acting, writing, direction, craftsmanship, appeal, respect, scoring, wonder, and general storybook feel. Thats Racing .. Film Jerk
3.0
A sweet, heartfelt, and sometimes clever film whose reticence to maintain a consistent tone automatically condemns it to life as a scattershot novelty .. Film Force Ign
1.9
Racing Stripes is not terrible, but theres an irksome sense its creators think details dont matter because kids wont notice them. Twin Cities
4.5
A good one to take the kiddies to, and fun for animal lovers (the zebra and Shetland are adorable, and very well trained) Fantastic A Daily
3.1
The message comes across loud and clear without being preachy or treacly, the voice work is top notch and the zebras (they used eight to play the teen .. Chicago Tribune
1.5
Racing Stripes follows a story arc similar to Babe, but it possesses none of the warmth, humor, or originality of that film. Reel Times: Reflections on ..
2.5
It whacks you over the head with it like a puffy bouquet of foam flowers. The beating doesnt actually hurt its too cute to hurt but you do get annoyed .. Arizona Daily Star
3.0
How earlier generations enjoyed movies without depictions of excrement is a mystery lost to the ages.
2.2
Proceeding from a ridiculous premise, this fish out of water tale manages to create a passably humorous film for kids. Edge Boston
0.5
Dont mistake desperation for creativity...Racing Stripes is simply an abomination. Rich Mond
1.9
What kills this charmless Babe knockoff is the crude humor, along with the hamfisted way puts inane dialogue and movie star voices in the mouths.



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