Animated family film 'The Wild Robot' is whimsically sweet but too lightweight
Lupita Nyong'o leads the voice cast in a well-made film from director Chris Sanders that is no 'Iron Giant' or 'Wall-E.'
How 'Wild Robot' Director Chris Sanders Returned to Animation, Challenged the Medium and Made His Best Film Yet
"The Wild Robot" director Chris Sanders was feeling a little lost himself. In 2020, he ventured into live-action filmmaking with "The Call of the Wild," an ambitious, imperfect adaptation of Jack London's 1903 novel.
'The Wild Robot' review: Programmed to be sweet
The animated adventure "The Wild Robot," based on Peter Brown's 2016 children's book, is set to sweet mode, as if it was a pre-installed factory setting. It's heartwarming the way a latter-era Coldplay track is heartwarming: by design, so its effect feels somewhat synthetic.
Cook review: ‘Wild Robot’ is a must-see for all ages
I’m wild about this movie. “The Wild Robot,” the newest offering from DreamWorks, is a surefire hit – or it should be. Chris Sanders (“Lilo & Stitch”) wrote and directed this dazzling, smart, funny and tender film that’s based on the Peter Brown series of kids’ books.
Review: Exquisite ‘The Wild Robot’ uses machines and animals to tell a human story
Featuring inspired vocal performances by Lupita Nyong'o, Pedro Pascal and a deep cast of animation veterans, Chris Sanders' warm adventure approaches sublimity.
‘The Wild Robot’ Review: Animating Parental Anxiety
The director of ‘Lilo & Stitch’ returns with a film in which Lupita Nyong’o voices a robot who washes up on an island and becomes a makeshift mother to a gosling.
The Wild Robot Reviews Lead to Top Rotten Tomatoes & Metacritic Scores
Following early anticipation, The Wild Robot has launched with strong reviews, earning high scores on Rotten Tomatoes and Metacritic. DreamWorks Animation’s latest film delivers an emotionally rich and visually stunning experience.
‘The Wild Robot’ review: DreamWorks delivers stunning tale of connection
From its spectacular visuals to its talented cast of voice actors, "The Wild Robot" is thoroughly delightful on every level, writes our reviewer.
The Wild Robot: Review (with Spoilers)
Featuring the voices of Lupita Nyong’o, Kit Connor, and Pedro Pascal, “The Wild Robot” delivers dark humor and tear-inducing moments, making this one of the best American-made animated movies of the year.
The Wild Robot Review: Darkly Hilarious, Beautiful, And One Of The Best DreamWorks Animation Films Ever
NOTE: This review is partially adapted from my reaction to The Wild Robot following its premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival] Crafting stakes is complicated territory for a film targeted at audiences of all ages.
'The Wild Robot' review: Endearing adaptation of Peter Brown's books, elevated by unusually appealing animation
CAST Voices of Lupita Nyong’o, Pedro Pascal, Catherine O’Hara RATED PG (some scary moments) LENGTH 1:42 WHERE Area theaters ...
‘The Wild Robot’ Looks for Box Office Riches by Taking the ‘Elemental’ Route
With DreamWorks Animation's "The Wild Robot" tracking to open at $25 million, the film aims to leg out at the box office like ...
When Is ‘The Wild Robot’ Coming To Streaming?
The Wild Robot”—a new animated family adventure starring the voices of Lupita Nyong’o and Pedro Pascal—is new in theaters ...
‘The Wild Robot’ Set To Walk Through Weekend With $20M+ Opening; ‘Megalopolis’ Finally Happens – Box Office Preview
DreamWorks Animation's 'The Wild Robot' to lead weekend box office with $20M+. Francis Ford Coppola's 'Megalopolis' eyes ...
‘The Wild Robot’ is a wild good time at the movies
Before the film unspooled, the stage was filled with talent on both sides of the camera. Sanders and Brown stood beside score ...
What to watch with your kids: ‘The Wild Robot,’ ‘Wolfs’ and more
Common Sense Media also reviews “Penelope” and “Megalopolis.” Beautiful, heartwarming adaptation with moments of peril.
Movie based on Maine author's 'Wild Robot' hits theaters Friday
Maine author and illustrator Peter Brown realized something really big was happening to him a few weeks ago in New York City. He looked up to see giant, animated billboards for the new DreamWorks film ...