Trolls
2016 · Directed by Mike Mitchell
Original language: English
- adventure
- animation
- comedy
- family
- fantasy
The story
After the monstrous Bergens invade Troll Village, Princess Poppy, the happiest Troll ever born, and overly-cautious, curmudgeonly outcast Branch set off on a journey to rescue her friends. Their mission is full of adventure and mishaps, as this mismatched duo try to tolerate each other long enough to get the job done.
What it’s like
Bright, saturated animation in candy pinks, electric blues and glittery purples, with hair that seems to have its own weather. The look is glossy and toy-like, every surface soft and rounded, and the forest and village feel like a pop-up storybook come alive. Pacing is brisk and bouncy, with frequent pop-song interludes and sing-along set pieces that break up the chase scenes, so the rhythm stays lively without ever feeling frantic. The sound is loaded with upbeat pop and funk covers, sparkly and sunny, which makes this a good fit for a Saturday morning or a restless afternoon with kids. Vibe: cheerful, silly, warm. Emotionally it is a gentle story about a relentlessly upbeat girl and a grumpy loner learning to trust each other, and the arc is simple and reassuring. Intensity is low: the Bergens are comically menacing, peril is cartoonish, and there is no gore, sexual content or real cruelty, though some slapstick and scary-monster moments may startle very young viewers. Made for families and anyone who wants a bright, feel-good musical adventure with a kind heart.
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