Director: Steve Martino
Writer: Bryan Schulz, Craig Schulz, Cornelius (Screenplay) Charles M Schulz (Comic Strip)
Starring: (Voice Talents) Rebecca Bloom, Anastasia Bredikhina, Kristin Chenoweth, Alexander Garfin, Noah Johnston, Noah Schnapp, Venus Schultheis
Plot: Snoopy embarks upon his greatest mission as he and his team take to the skies to pursue their arch-nemesis, while his best pal Charlie Brown begins his own epic quest back home to win the love of his life.
There may be spoilers the rest of the review
Verdict: Nostalgia Animation
Story: The Peanuts Movie starts when our favorite characters have a snow day, while most want to play on the ice Charlie Brown wants to fly his kite. Charlie Brown is used t not fitting in but when a new girl moves in he falls in love hoping not to let her know of his clumsy ways he wants to find a way to talk to her. We also watch as Snoopy tries to make up his own story with Woodstock.
Charlie decides to enter the talent show to impress the Red Hair Girl and along with his trusty friend Snoopy can he impress the girl? Charlie continues to miss his chance as he tries all his different plans.
The Peanuts Movie is an animated film that I do think you need to understand the originals before going into it, personally I only knew of Snoopy and Charlie Brown and simply couldn’t give you the name of any of the supporting characters. While this is a nice story it really lacks that spark to engage a new audience. I understand this was made for the fans which is important because this was meant to be a one off film which is worth it for the fans.
Character Review
Snoopy: Snoopy is the trusted friend of Charli Brown who is always there when he needs him, when not helping Charlie he is writing his own adventures against his nemesis the Red Baron. Snoopy is the iconic character from the series.
Charlie Brown: Charlie is the hapless clumsy character out of all the friends, when a new girl moves in he wants to impress her because he just can’t talk to her. We watch how he keeps trying all these ideas to get noticed including the time he becomes the school genius. Charlie is like most children that don’t know who they are which is important to see.
Lucy: Lucy is the smart girl that doesn’t seem to like Charlie as she thinks she is better than everyone else. Lucy sums up the big almost bully character in the film.
Linus: Linus is Charlie’s best friend and the one he always turns to for advice even though he always wants his blanket. Linus is good but underused in the film.
Support Characters: The Peanuts Movie has good supporting characters the fans will all know and love.
Director Review: Steve Martino – Steve gives us a safe film with respect to the original source material.
Adventure: The Peanuts Movie gives Snoopy an adventure in his story.
Animation: The Peanuts Movie uses high quality animation that feels like an upgrade from the original style.
Comedy: The Peanuts Movie has good laughs through the film without being over the top.
Family: The Peanuts Movie is one the family could enjoy with the original fans showing it to their kids.
Music: The Peanuts Movie has good use of music to sum up what is going on screen.
Settings: The Peanuts Movie takes us into the world of peanuts where we see all the locations the fans would know.
Suggestion: The Peanuts Movie is one for the original fans to enjoy otherwise is could become difficult for them to enjoy. (Original Fans Enjoy)
Best Part: Snoopy’s adventure.
Worst Part: If you don’t know the characters you might be lost with certain jokes.
Favourite Quote: Sally ‘Can a brother and sister get a divorce?’
Believability: No
Chances of Tears: No
Chances of Sequel: No
Post Credits Scene: Yes
Awards: Nominated for one Golden Globe.
Oscar Chances: Could get a Best Animated nod.
Box Office: $127 Million
Budget: $99 Million
Runtime: 1 Hour 32 Minutes
Overall: Enjoyable for the original fans
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