The new DreamWorks film “The Wild Robot” has captured the attention of audiences and critics alike, premiering at the 2024 Toronto International Film Festival. Based on Peter Brown’s classic book, the film follows a robot, ROZZUM Unit 7134, known as Rose, who becomes stranded in the jungle. Rose adapts to this new and unfamiliar environment and becomes an integral part of the jungle community, caring for a baby swan. The film features a star-studded voice cast including Lupita Nyong’o, Pedro Pascal, and Kit Connor, making it even more appealing.
“The Wild Robot could be a milestone in a new direction.” Esther Zuckerman of The Daily Beast praised the film, placing it parallel with popular animated films like Wall-E and The Iron Giant, praising its rich textures and superb acting. Kate Erbland of IndieWire described it as “a small gem that offers a unique blend of old and new.”
The film continues to receive praise, and Pete Hammond of Deadline declared it the new standard for animated films. He said, “Animated films don’t get any better than this. Films don’t get any better than this.” With reviews like these, “The Wild Robot” seems poised to become an important animated classic soon.
“The Wild Robot” Review: A New Hope for DreamWorks
DreamWorks’ new animated film, “The Wild Robot”, caught the attention of audiences and critics as soon as it was released. This film could prove to be a turning point for DreamWorks, especially because their films in the last few years have only been popular with audiences, not shining as much in the eyes of critics. “The Wild Robot” has received a lot of praise from critics, and is being compared to the 2022 hit “Puss in Boots: The Last Wish”, which was also well received by audiences.
“If The Wild Robot is indeed the next Wall-E, it is the perfect successor to Inside Out 2 for families and individuals of all ages to watch, and it could be DreamWorks’ best film since Puss in Boots: The Last Wish.”
This line hints at the potential success of the film, which promises to reach new heights compared to DreamWorks’ previous releases. Critics have praised the film’s depth and emotional appeal, placing it in the league of epic films similar to Wall-E and The Iron Giant.
DreamWorks’ recent efforts, such as “Kung Fu Panda 4“, “Trolls Band Together“, and “Ruby Gilman, Teenage Kraken”, have enjoyed good popularity among audiences but received mixed responses from critics. In contrast, “The Wild Robot” has made a special place in the hearts of critics and its positive reviews may boost audience interest. The film marks a new direction for DreamWorks, where both critics and audiences alike are happy.
Last year’s Pixar hit “Inside Out 2” rocked the box office and showed that there is still a strong interest in quality animated films. As “Inside Out 2″‘s theatrical run is coming to an end, “The Wild Robot” as well as “Transformers One” are set to attract audiences. The film’s stunning animation and deep story could make it a successful commercial and critical hit.
Since 2022’s “Puss in Boots: The Last Wish”, DreamWorks has been looking for a successful animated film, and “The Wild Robot” could be the potential answer to this quest. Its unique presentation and emotional depth make it a topic of discussion among both audiences and critics, and it is expected that this film could start a new era for DreamWorks.
Source: The Daily Beast / IndieWire
