Cast
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Natalie Dormer
as Belle
Eddie Marsan
as Mayor Frank Stone
Jeff Burrell
as Ronaldo (voice)
Harvey Friedman
as Walter (voice)
Jan Odle
as Sheriff Bill (voice)
Bryan Larkin
as Beezer / Slomo (voice)
Naomi McDonald
as Joy / Chichi (voice)
Tom Haywood
as Stan / Oscar (voice)
Andres Williams
as Edgar (voice)
Crew
Director
- Reinhard Klooss
Producer
- Reinhard Klooss
- Mingzhen Sun
Reviews
Peter89Spencer
The ending itself was anti-climatic, and there wasn't much background story.
Thank you Netflix, for wasting our time with this nonesense!
Sep 16, 2020
chtfn
That was the worst kid's movie I've ever watched, I believe. (Apologies to anyone who worked hard on it!)
We stopped about two thirds in, and the only reason we kept watching was because my 4 year-old was sufficiently intrigued.
The jokes were never funny, the flow of the story felt very badly edited, and the contrast between the cute pet story and the evil baddy's motivations was so odd... And then there's the weird choice of accents along with stereotypes (Italian, Russian...). And the characters talking about cosmetic surgery. And the bad rap.
I really recommend not even giving it a try. It's like the "The Room" of kids' movies but not as funny.
Jun 3, 2021
Thematic Analysis
Pets United represents a fascinating example of Animation/Family/Adventure/Comedy cinema, offering viewers a unique perspective on the human experience and societal structures. The film's approach to its themes demonstrates a creative vision that distinguishes it within its genre.
Director Reinhard Klooss brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to pacing and visual storytelling creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 2019, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Pets United took approximately 3 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 89 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 122 minutes long.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 4 months to complete.
- The film contains approximately 2454 individual shots.
- The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
Historical Context
- In 2019, when this film is released:
- Political polarization was intensifying in many countries.
- Smartphones and social media had transformed daily life and communication.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: November 8, 2019
- Runtime: 1h 29m
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