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The Bad Guys. In Theaters At Home TV Shows. In the new action comedy from DreamWorks Animation, based on the New York Times best-selling book series, a crackerjack criminal crew of animal outlaws ...
- (1.3K)
- Pierre Perifel
- PG
- Kids & Family, Comedy, Adventure, Animation
Apr 22, 2022 · This opening scene of “The Bad Guys” is its strongest, and it offers great promise. But the wise-cracking, fast-talking energy that was once so buoyant grows increasingly strained as the story evolves and reaches its frenzied conclusion. Based on the kids’ graphic novel series by Aaron Blabey, “The Bad Guys” follows a group of fun ...
- A brilliantly funny heist film for kids with a cute moral tale at its heart.
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By Ryan Leston
Posted: Apr 21, 2022 4:00 pm
The Bad Guys is in theaters April 22, 2022.
A leopard never changes its spots, but what about the Big Bad Wolf? The Bad Guys takes this simple premise and runs with it as Wolf, voiced by Sam Rockwell, is determined to go straight after a lifetime of legendary heists. What follows is essentially a heist film for kids, borrowing liberally from the genre to great effect. There’s a coffee shop opener that mirrors Swordfish and Reservoir Dogs, and a heist montage that instantly brings to mind Ocean’s Eleven. Throw in a couple of references to George Clooney and it’s clear where director Pierre Perifel gets his inspiration.
It’s a clever concept. The Bad Guys is a morality tale that explores whether or not bad guys can change – something we’ve seen time and time again throughout cinema. But this time, the cartoon stylings and fart gags form those lofty questions for a younger audience. Etan Cohen and Hilary Winston’s script is light and refreshing, with enough substance for parents to sink their teeth into while the younger ones can enjoy the (mostly) witty humor with a great big dollop of slick, heist-based action.
Much like Ocean’s Eleven and its sequels, each member of the team has a part to play, with Wolf’s crew members leaning on their animalistic skills to great effect. Of course, Tarantula is a hacker – she surfs the web, after all. There’s even a moment when Snake makes a quick costume change by shedding his skin. But some of their skills are hilariously dubious. Shark is a master of disguise, utilizing a wide range of fake mustaches to blend in with henchmen and security guards. Piranha… well, the fish aren’t usually known for their noxious flatulence, but this one’s farts could drop a bank teller at ten paces. Yes, it’s utterly ridiculous, but it won’t fail to put a smile on your face.
The Killing (1956)
The Sting (1973)
Dog Day Afternoon (1975)
Reservoir Dogs (1992)
Heat (1995)
Ocean’s Eleven (2001)
The Bad Guys is a slick, hilarious heist movie with buckets of laughs and a lot of heart. It’s Ocean’s Eleven meets Little Red Riding Hood with Sam Rockwell’s Wolf going on a charm offensive to stay out of jail… and he might just win you over in the process. Richard Ayoade has a blast as the sanctimonious Professor Marmalade and the entire voice ca...
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Apr 20, 2022 · This inane, juvenile animated comedy, directed by Pierre Perifel, is about a thieving clan of talking animals forced to reform after an elaborate heist goes wrong. They steal, they banter, they ...
- 100 min
- Calum Marsh
The Bad Guys is a good time for its slick style, solid characters, and stealing from the best heist films. The strong ingredients make for a pleasing if not light animated affair. Full Review ...
Already one of the best films of the 2020 decade and one of Dreamworks' best films in a long time. The animation is beautiful, the characters are all likable and the message is a good one. Dreamworks should use this style more often for more variety in their content. Which already fit w/ their style of humor.
Mar 28, 2022 · ‘The Bad Guys’ Review: Criminals Go Straight — In a Roundabout Way — in a Fun, Frenetic Kids’ Caper Reviewed at Hackney Picturehouse, London, March 27, 2022. Running time: 100 MIN.
