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Happy Feet

By Michelle Curtis

 

Release Date: November 17, 2006

MPAA: PG for mild peril and some rude humor

Starring: Elijah Wood, Robin Williams, Brittany Murphy, Hugh Jackman, Nicole Kidman, and Hugo Weaving

Genre: Animated Action/Adventure/Comedy/Musical

Recommended Age: 8+

 

Sex

References to mating and some suggestive song lyrics.

Violence

Several instances of peril.

Language

Mild crude humor.

 

The Parents Television Council is pleased to award its coveted Seal of Approval to Warner Bros. newest animated release Happy Feet -- a toe-tapping, knee-slapping, family-friendly film that parents and children alike are sure to enjoy.

 

At the bottom of the world the Emperor penguins sing songs of love, all except Mumble. Mumble (Elijah Wood), who can't carry a tune, was born dancing. Mumble's non-conformity does not go over well with Noah the Elder (Hugo Weaving) who, believing that Mumble is the cause of a mysterious food shortage, banishes him from the colony. Alone and exiled Mumble stumbles upon the Adelie Amigos led by Ramon (Robin Williams). The Amigos accept Mumble for who he is and invite him to party with them. When Mumble realizes that the food shortage is not just in Emperor Land he sets out to discover the cause of it. Along the way Mumble discovers that being true to yourself can make all the difference in the world.

 

Overall Happy Feet is a brilliant and hilarious film suitable for children ages 8 and up. However parents should be aware that there are some frightening moments that might upset especially sensitive children.

 

Happy Feet is being released in an IMAX version as well as the standard 35mm movie format. Happy Feet: The IMAX Experience opens in select IMAX theatres beginning November 17th.

 


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