The Willoughbys

  • 2020


MOVIE IS biological rollicking serious delightful rambunctious
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Positive Reviews 45
Negative reviews 11
Average Rating 3.4/5
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3.8
Clouds look like fluffy candy floss that float by a candy powered vehicle and the childrens yarn like hair can get messy and unkempt. Rogerebert
3.0
Pearns animated Netflix version cant help but embrace the kind of lessons endemic to entertainment aimed at little ones. Indie Wire
1.5
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Mary Poppins and so on), youre not mistaken: The movie isnt quite so intricately indebted to classic childrens tale .. Variety
3.0
The films busyness also starts to muddy its emotional core, which hampers whats framed as a heart tugger of an ending. The Guardian
4.5
Theres a lot going on in The Willoughbys, yet if you can get on board with its manic energy and accelerated plotting, the Netflix animated family come .. The Hollywood Reporter
4.5
Though it tends to feel disjointed as a whole, The Willoughbys thrives when it embraces its grim plot and lets mischief reign. The New York Times
1.5
The kids on their own in a scary world scenario may ring some bells, especially among Lemony Snicket fans, but The Willoughbys (the film, anyway) does ..
3.0
The Willoughbys is a mishmash of story ideas strung together by the idea of found family, but its cute and quirky enough to keep viewers hooked. Screen Rant
3.8
Vancouvers BRON Animation studio provides a strong, often beguiling sense of tyke hypnotizing flair to the visuals, and the zippy, synthy score by Wes .. The Globe And Mail
1.9
Only the parents hire a rotund, rambunctious Nanny (Maya Rudolph) to care for them, something theyve never done. Rogers Movie Nation
4.5
I think if you appreciate kooky humor and also really vibrant animation, you need to check this one out. You Tube
3.0
An incredibly unique animated film and a pleasure to watch. For that alone, I implore all animation fans to check it out. Amongst the usual selection .. You Tube
3.5
Thankfully, the script doesnt push this too forcefully, and even the expected sentimental climax is smartly undercut by the busily chaotic tone, leadi .. Shadows On The Wall
1.5
The Willoughbys visual looniness will moderately engage most families, but it isnt likely to beg repeat viewings. Decider
4.0
Though the film makers are indebted to Edward Gorey and Lemony Snicket and pay musical homage to Mark Mothersbaughs work on The Royal Tenenbaums they .. Standard
1.5
All in all, The Willoughbys is a rollicking romp thats unapologetically bonkers and welcomes audiences into a world of adventure. Pajiba
2.0
It never goes for the easy hug that most childrens stories twist themselves in knots to get; in fact, it avoids it like its poison. Detroit News
4.5
The Willoughbys shines above most of the animated genre efforts of recent history and is sure to thrill younger audiences and their older family membe ..
3.0
Although Pearns visual style isnt attractive, there is a comfy quality to the youngsters. The Play List
4.0
Its the same dark whimsy that made Roald Dahl a household name, that perfect entry point for growing kids to understand and relate to the more unfortu .. Flicks
4.0
It is a powerful film that takes a steady handed approach to an era of grave historical injustice. Independent Ie
2.5
Netflix The Willoughbys offers fitful laughs and undemanding entertainment. Stuff
4.0
The Willoughbys is another Netflix triumph, a demonstration that their commitment to animated film is serious.
4.0
A fun, bright and decidedly unsentimental take on the animated kiddie film genre. The Filmy Ap
2.0
The Willoughbys doesnt make a whole lot of sense, which would be fine if the offbeat, strangely dark premise had characters we were made to care about .. Punch Drunk Critics
3.0
Ricky Gervais as a chatty cat leads a very cool voice cast in this new Netflix frenetically funny toon. Dead Line
4.5
The film renders an off kilter world, perfect for an exaggerated storybook inspired tale. Polygon
4.5
Mostly its just a silly, fun distraction, full of gorgeously rendered animation and some amusing wordplay. Cbr
3.0
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2.0
Director Kris Pearn (co director of Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 2) has avoided Tim Burton like gothic cliches, offsetting the mock hand drawn an .. Original Cin
3.5
Delightful proof that Netflix Animation isnt here to play theyre here to stay. Rendy Reviews
3.5
Delightful proof that Netflix Animation isnt here to play theyre here to stay. Rendy Reviews
4.0
The Willoughbys is candy coated silliness with a red, beating heart. It offers much humour and has enough flame to thaw a grinch like heart. Cultured Vultures
2.0
Theres even a candy factory thats half Willy Wonka and half Pac Man. Movie Mom
4.5
A story of consistent construction, clear plot and narrative fluidity. El Pais (Spain)
3.8
Other than its appealing energy, the main strength of The Willoughbys is its unique visuals. Datebook Sfchronicle
4.0
The current iteration of the family, however, doesnt quite live up to the clans storied past.
3.0
Narrated by a cat voiced by the one and only Ricky Gervais, were told from the start this isnt your average kids movie, and that happy endings dont ex .. The Only Critic
1.5
It has a lot of problems, mainly its rather familiar and tired story that doesnt have anything new to say. Battle Royale With Cheese
3.8
The movie is an animated adventure, centering on the title family, and in particular, the children. Hollywood News
4.5
A sweet story about the love and loyalty between siblings that will have you beaming Entertainment Ie
3.0
The Willoughbys is inconsistent tonally and garishly animated, but its message about family is somewhat comforting. Chesapeake Family
2.3
I just didnt think the script was sharp or funny enough for a recommendation. rachelsreviews.net
4.5
An eye opening film that manages to teach kids a good lesson family isnt always biological. Mama's Geeky
4.0
What the kids dont expect, however, is for their parents to leave behind a nanny (Maya Rudolph) to watch them. ComicBook.com
3.0
But instead of the streaming platforms umpteenth must watch true crime mini series, director Chris Pearn delivers the networks second animated family .. Screen Space(Squarespace)
4.5
You want something else, something thats not offensively stupid or a 90 minute ad. About Boulder
3.0
What theyve forgotten about is the great Willoughby name, something that young Tom sure hasnt lost sight of. KSDK
3.0
With a nicely twisted sense of humour that will appeal to adults and kids... this charms thanks to the quirky plot, sprightly pacing and bright animat .. Movies 4 Kids
3.8
Very much in the style of Roald Dahl, this is a decent kids movie with witty, wall to wall sight and sound gags. Sound Cloud
4.5
A fun and bold film that manages to differentiate itself from other animations thanks to its vibrant world, ironic plot, and intelligent use of comedy .. Pólvora
4.5
With all its ups and downs in the plot rhythm, The Willoughbys is an entertaining option to see with your family. Proceso
3.0
Bad Boys for Life doesnt feel so much like a sequel or a reboot as it does a tribute to the Michael Bay films of the oh so many years ago. Richard Crouse
2.5
Theres a sarcastic cat, some rude humor, and parents who outrightly claim they dont like their kids and wish they werent there. Lola Lambchops
3.5
While the images in Lowrys novel are in black and white, director Kris Pearn, along with writer Mark Stanleigh, refuse to settle for a dreary orphan t .. Next Best Picture
4.5
Its an inventive, off kilter outing that skewers tropes while tipping its hat to several childrens classics but never losing its own identity, both in .. The News International (Pa ..
4.0
The movie has a very dark sense of humor and thrives when it unleashes that. Hazel & Katniss & Harry & ..
4.5
Therefore, the movie doesnt brush aside the biological parents lack of good parenting by the silver lining of the kids finding better ones. Comic Years



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