Cast overview, first billed only: | |||
Forest Whitaker | ... | Jeronicus | |
Keegan-Michael Key | ... | Gustafson | |
Hugh Bonneville | ... | Mr. Delacroix | |
Anika Noni Rose | ... | Jessica | |
Madalen Mills | ... | Journey | |
Phylicia Rashad | ... | Grandmother Journey | |
Ricky Martin | ... | Don Juan Diego | |
Justin Cornwell | ... | Young Jeronicus | |
Sharon Rose | ... | Joanne | |
Lisa Davina Phillip | ... | Ms. Johnston | |
Kieron L. Dyer | ... | Edison (as Kieron Dyer) | |
Miles Barrow | ... | Young Gustafson | |
Diaana Babnicova | ... | Young Jessica | |
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Ria Calvin | ... | Granddaughter |
Kenyah Sandy | ... | Grandson |
In the gloriously vibrant town of Cobbleton, legendary toymaker Jeronicus Jangle's (Forest Whitaker) fanciful inventions burst with whimsy and wonder. But when his trusted apprentice (Keegan-Michael Key) steals his most prized creation, it's up to his equally bright and inventive granddaughter (Madalen Mills) - and a long-forgotten invention - to heal old wounds and reawaken the magic within. Written by Netflix
Looks amazing, sounds fantastic; and the costumes are nothing short of glorious. But this film needs to head back to the cutting room and loose about 30 minutes.
with John Legend as producer, it's no surprise that the voices are impressive. The musical numbers and choreography top notch.
The combination of digital animation and live action is seamless.
But this film feels heavy and by the end of it, we were carrying kids to bed.