Cast
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Jason Lee
as Dave
David Cross
as Ian
Cameron Richardson
as Claire
Jane Lynch
as Gail
Justin Long
as Alvin (voice)
Matthew Gray Gubler
as Simon (voice)
Jesse McCartney
as Theodore (voice)
Allison Karman
as Female Intern 1
Tiara Parker
as Female Intern 2
Kira Verrastro
as Female Intern 3
Veronica Alicino
as Amy
Beth Riesgraf
as Mother in Store
Adriane Lenox
as Vet
Don Tiffany
as Engineer
Lorne Green
as Director
Crew
Director
- Tim Hill
Producer
- Janice Karman
- Ross Bagdasarian
Reviews
Michael
Als Kind habe ich die Zeichentrickserie von Alvin und die Chipmunks geliebt um den Animations-/Realfilmmix habe ich nach den schlechten Erfahrungen mit ähnlichen Filmen biser einen Bogen gemacht. Zu Unrech! Natürlich ist Alvin und die Chipmunks kein Meisterwerk. Natürlich präsentiert der Film keine komplexe Story. Und dennoch hat der Film mir Spaß gemacht. Die animierten Chipmunks fügen sich gut in den Film ein und „Earl“ Jason Lee weiß prima mit ihren zu agieren. Wenn die Chipmunks Chaos in der Wohnung von Lees Filmfigur Dave stiften oder ihren ersten großen Auftritt haben, dann schwingt natürlich ein Stück Kindheitserinnerung mit, aber ein Stück Kindheitserinnerung, die mit diesem Film angemessen in die Neuzeit transportiert wurde. Alvin und die Chipmunks ist somit seichte Unterhaltung, wenn es einfach mal ein relaxter Couchtag werden soll. [Sneakfilm.de]
Dec 27, 2022
Andre Gonzales
Love this movie. Kind of funny and cute to see these little hairy beasts singing pop songs. At least the songs weren't bad.
Jul 2, 2023
Thematic Analysis
Alvin and the Chipmunks represents a fascinating example of Comedy/Family/Fantasy 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 Tim Hill 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 2007, 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 Alvin and the Chipmunks took approximately 15 months from pre-production to final cut.
- With a budget of $60.0 million, the film proved to be a financial success, earning back its investment and more.
- The final cut of the film runs for 92 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 128 minutes long.
- The screenplay went through 10 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 8 weeks before filming began.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
Historical Context
- In 2007, when this film is released:
- The September 11 attacks changed global security and politics.
- Digital technology was disrupting traditional media and entertainment.
- Digital filmmaking technologies were transforming production processes and creating new opportunities.
How This Film Stands Out
While Alvin and the Chipmunks shares thematic elements with other films in its genre, it distinguishes itself through its unique approach to storytelling, visual style, and character development.
Unlike The Barbie Diaries, which takes a more conventional approach to its subject matter, Alvin and the Chipmunks subverts genre expectations by exploring its themes with greater nuance.
While films like A Chipmunk Christmas and The Chipmunk Adventure explore similar territory, Alvin and the Chipmunks stands apart through its distinctive directorial vision and pacing.
This film's unique contribution to cinema lies in its bold artistic choices and willingness to challenge viewer expectations, making it a valuable addition to its genre.
Details
- Release Date: December 13, 2007
- Runtime: 1h 32m
- Budget: $60,000,000
- Revenue: $361,366,633
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