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An Exercise In Nonsense

It's the kind of movie you'll want to see a second time with someone who hasn't seen it yet, to remember what it was like to watch it for the first time.

The film's masterful storytelling did its job. The message was clear. No need to overdo.

The Rugrats Movie (1998): Dir: Igor Kovalyov, Norton Virgien / Voices: E.G. Daily, Cheryl Chase, Christine Cavanaugh, Jack Riley, Tara Strong: Aimed more at children than Beavis and Butt-Head but every bit as hideous in the animated department. The Rugrat children are perhaps too exaggerated especially when factoring that children would never survive out in the wilderness by themselves. Of course this is a silly and stupid cartoon not to be taken seriously. These kids venture into the wilderness in a toy one of the fathers invented. There is a birth in the family so older brother feels that he must look out for new born. Hideous animation is all very corny and serves no purpose other than to place a pathetic cartoon on a movie screen. Directed by Igor Kovalyov and Norton Virgien as if two people creating a piece of junk would be more impressive. Voices by E.G. Daily, Cheryl Chase, Christine Cavanaugh, and Jack Riley among others. They all seem to make it their priority to talk down to any adult who must witness the shame with their kids. The popularity of the animated TV show is a mystery to me but I am unable to suspend imagination when it comes to children having more brains than their parents. This film should be shoved down a paper shredder to see if it becomes something more interesting than the trash it originally was. Score: 0 / 10

As a film of many genres, The Rugrats Movie seamlessly links many genres and aspects of film. It's not only a family friendly film, it is also a psychological thriller, a comedy and a musical. It contains drama and adventure and is not afraid to pull on the viewers heartstrings. The symbolism in this film is phenomenal, and the soundtrack is no less than a work of art; without going into detail its similar to something God himself would lead the people with. The animation is nothing short of majestic, its a timeless classic and will forever live on to be the best film our universe has ever seen. I feel privileged and honoured to be reviewing this masterpiece. To the creators, I applaud you. Simply amazing. - Elena

Taking place immediately after the "Rugrats" episode "The Family Tree" where Didi finds out she's pregnant. "The Rugrats Movie" is when Tommy's new sibling is finally born. The Rugrats are very excited about Tommy's new sister, but when the baby is finally born, it's a boy. Baby Dil practically does nothing, but cry, scream, and poop. Tommy thinks he can take him back to the hospital in exchange for a new baby brother, but soon they all get lost in the woods. This is their first time in actual danger, not just their imaginations.This is certainly not the best story for a movie, but it is okay. Baby Dil, however is very annoying. More-so in the later episodes of the show than this movie, because he constantly interrupts their adventures and makes every episode about baby-sitting Dil.While "The Rugrats Movie" is a decent film, it has flaws.It's starts the downfall of a once great cartoon show.Like in "Pokémon: The First Movie" this film tries a little bit too hard to be darker and more dramatic than the TV show it's based on.There are WAY too many jokes about poop, pee and other such gross things. I'm fine with crude humor when it's in small doses (like on "Rocko's Modern Life"), or when it's actually made funny (like on "The Ren & Stimpy Show"). But this movie (and the later episodes of the show) just over-do it.There are good things too though.I loved the opening sequence of the film.The animation is great, and perfect for the big screen.The voice acting is top-notch.Some parts were really funny. Like when they spoofed "Indiana Jones".Overall this is a decent and mildly entertaining film. But it's certainly not one of the greatest animated movies ever. There are better movies of animated TV shows ("The Simpsons Movie"; "The SpongeBob SquarePants Movie"; "Batman: Mask of the Phantasm"), but there are also worse ones ("Aqua Teen Hunger Force: Colon Film for Theaters"; "Pokémon: The First Movie"). Funny, nicely animated, good voice acting, but a little bit too much potty jokes, and it added a horrible character to a great TV show.Rating: 6/10 "Decent"

The Rugrats Movie was enjoyable, not quite as good as Rugrats In Paris, but it is solid and colourful. Of course the film isn't without its flaws. The second half was rather loud for my liking, and while the story is simple, which is fine by me, there are bits where the film drags and it doesn't quite have the sense of fun that makes the show so enjoyable. That said though, the film is very, VERY cute and means well. While it is by all means a kids movie, there are a handful of laughs and references to other films for adults. I particularly loved Phil's "I didn't know she could fly"(in reference to Angelica) and Lil replies "I think it's because she's a witch." The animation is colourful and true to that of the show, and the soundtrack is great. The voice cast is especially strong, with Tara Strong, EG Daily and Christine Cavanaugh as standouts. Though as much as it pains me to say this, great actors like Whoopi Goldberg and Tim Curry have very little to do, and did disappoint. Overall, it's a decent movie, it is colourful cute and fun, but does have a tendency to drag and a bit loud in places. 7/10 Bethany Cox