Though not groundbreaking in any way, this is an easygoing and enjoyable animation with plenty of laughs for children (it makes no allowances for parents watching with their kids). It has a good message and bright animation.
After reading some good reviews for this film, I was ultimately disappointed. A couple of laugh out loud moments aside, the story is predictable and just a little bit dull. I admit, I'm not the target audience, but normally with this type of film, there are more layers or depth, but not with this. And please, can we not let James Corden get anywhere near another film for voice acting. Woeful performance which made his character totally unbelievable and annoying.
My children loved this animation with lots a laughter and giggles. They watched it a few times which is a bonus as it justifies the rental price.
There's a few tidbits in there for adults too with a particular emphasis on not believing everything you are told by those in power.
Always believe what you're told, never question authority, don't look where you're told not to look etc etc.
I found that to be quite interesting.
I agree with a fellow reviewer in that James Corden should not have been cast in this.
He doesn't add anything to the film and is only there because he's all the rage in America right now (God knows why?)
He was good in Gavin & Stacey but nothing much else.
Enjoyable film all in all.