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In the great nation of Emperor Penguins, deep in Antarctica, you’re nobody unless you can sing--which is unfortunate for Mumble, who is the worst singer in the world. He is born dancing to his own tune--tap dancing. Though Mumble’s mom, Norma Jean, thinks this little habit is cute, his dad, Memphis, says it “just ain’t penguin.” Besides, they both know that, without a Heartsong, Mumble may... See Full Description
Genres: |
Action/Adventure, Kids/Family, Musical/Performing Arts and Animation |
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Running Time: |
1 hr. 40 min. |
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Release Date: |
November 17th, 2006 (wide) |
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MPAA Rating: |
PG for some mild peril and rude humor. |
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Distributors: |
Warner Bros. Pictures Distribution, Warner Bros. Pictures International
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U.S. Box Office: |
$185,414,182 |
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Critics Reviews |
Average Grade:
B
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Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Eleanor Ringel Gillespie
"Happy kids and their parents will be wowed by the animation, but some may be bothered by the ethnic and sexual stereotyping." more...
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B- |
Boston Globe, Ty Burr
"The posters and trailers are selling the movie as a feel-good comedy for the toddler set. It's not." more...
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B |
Chicago Sun-Times, Bill Zwecker
"Unfortunately, that decision to add an important environmental message to this generally entertaining film makes the ending seem somewhat forced." more...
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B- |
Chicago Tribune, Michael Phillips
"Its craftsmanship and ambition put it a continent ahead of nearly every other animated feature of the last couple of years." more...
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B |
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User Reviews |
Average Grade: B
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C- |
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B+ |
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A+ |
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B- |
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