When you combine a pig who wears sequins and rocks the dance floor, a crooning mouse who lives to wow his audience and a gorilla who just wants to make his gangster dad proud, you’re bound to win over audiences. It was hard not to expect a lot from the latest animated flick, Sing, with all the hype surrounding it (i.e., the marketing strategy aimed at getting kids attached to the characters before they even see the movie). It was a sweet storyline, don’t get me wrong, but it dragged on a little. I was shocked when we left the theater 2 hours after start time. Kids (and exhausted moms!) tend to have shorter attention spans. Nevertheless, the star-studded cast—disguised by lovable animated personas—of Matthew McConaughey, Reese Witherspoon, Seth MacFarlane, Scarlett Johansson and others revealed not only their comedic acting chops but their singing abilities as well. It’s hard not to fall in love with the koala Buster Moon (McConaughey), who, in an effort to save the reputation of his theater, organizes a singing competition. I found myself rooting for each contestant, for them to overcome their inhibitions and just sing! Even though the characters are animals (and animated), their problems, frustrations and dreams are relatable. If nothing else, Sing will have you movin’ to the music, something that brings people together, right? Maybe the world just needs a few more movies like this one.
Should You See It? Yes, it’s entertaining!
Viewed at Wehrenberg Theatres Ronnies 20 Cine