Epic
2013 · Directed by Chris Wedge
Original language: English
- animation
- adventure
- family
- fantasy
The story
A teenager finds herself transported to a deep forest setting where a battle between the forces of good and the forces of evil is taking place. She bands together with a rag-tag group characters in order to save their world—and ours.
What it’s like
Lush, saturated greens dominate this 3D animated film, with dappled sunlight filtering through a dense forest canopy and tiny glowing particles drifting through the air like fireflies. The camera swoops and sprints through the undergrowth at miniature scale, so a leaf or a mossy log becomes a vast landscape, and the crowd-filled battle sequences have a bright, kinetic energy. The score is orchestral and bouncy, with rousing swells during the action and softer, wistful passages in quieter scenes. Vibe: sunny, storybook wonder with a green, earthy warmth. It suits a lazy weekend afternoon, a family movie night, or a playful background watch. The tone stays light and hopeful, with a teenage heroine who warms to her gruff, distant father and a cast of quirky woodland creatures finding their courage. Action is cartoonish and bloodless, with some mild peril and a villain who is more menacing than frightening. Best for families with younger children and anyone wanting cheerful, low-stakes adventure.
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