The Croods (2013)

Rooney finds the film sweet and entertaining for young children, though its humor and storytelling are uneven. He praises the imaginative fantasy creatures and landscapes, while noting that the script lacks sophistication and consistent wit.

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The review gives the film a mixed verdict. It praises the animation while finding the story familiar.

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Ebiri finds the film familiar and not especially clever, but says its wit and pace keep it engaging. He praises Nicolas Cage’s vocal performance as Grug, while noting that the humor often feels old-fashioned.

Bradshaw finds the film amiable enough, but sees it as a substitute for the Ice Age movies rather than a standout. He singles out its clichéd, simplistic writing as a weakness.

The review finds the film visually bold but ultimately ordinary, with clunky storytelling and too few witty ideas. It praises the colorful visuals, 3D, and creature designs, while noting that the story lacks emotional depth.

Cabin finds the film visually dazzling but ultimately let down by its flimsy, sentimental story. He praises the colorful forest and its bizarre creatures, while criticizing the broad family comedy and uneven storytelling.

Felperin finds the film’s story unfunny and its subplots poorly integrated, limiting its appeal. She praises the smoothly animated action sequences and vivid, carefully rendered colors and lighting.

Sharkey finds the film’s comedy and story weak, leaving the family adventure short on humor and emotional substance. She praises the imaginative, striking 3-D animation, especially during the film’s cataclysms.

The review says the film grows from a weak opening into a lively, family-friendly adventure. It praises the sight gags, colorful creatures, and Nicolas Cage’s performance as Glug.

The critic finds the film thoroughly entertaining and well made. They single out its dazzling visuals, genuine comedy, and compelling characters for praise.

The critic finds The Croods enjoyable but limited, especially when measured against Pixar’s work. The visuals and subtle use of 3D, along with the voice performances by Emma Stone and Nicolas Cage, stand out.

The critic finds the film an imperfect but welcome family comedy with sparks of cleverness. He praises its colorful creatures, rich visuals, and lively voice performances, while noting that its humor and dialogue often play it safe.

The critic finds the film loud, dull and lacking nuance, with little to offer adults. They single out its impressive visuals and brisk pace as insufficient to compensate for stock characters and a poor script.

Kermode finds the film formulaic and poorly served by its focus on Grug, though it can keep young children entertained. She praises the witty visual touches and the vivid environments the family travels through.

The review’s headline indicates a negative verdict, arguing that the film sacrifices story and character. It singles out the impressive 3D visuals as the film’s strength.