What a joy this film is. A fantastic kids movie with loads of adult appeal. The animators have nailed the look of the penguins perfectly and it is obviously a movie inspired by March of the Penguins . It is a story of belonging and a rite of passage but also a message about the state of the planet. Often shots pan out to reveal the earth spinning viewed from space - a reminder seemingly of how small the planet really is and how humans are interfering with the balance. What is so joyous about this movie are the musical numbers when the emperor penguins belt out their heart songs. All the songs are covers so for the adults we can all sing along :) There are some really breathtaking scenes. The art direction is incredible. The frozen scape; piercing blue seas; arora borealis are all melded into this tale. As little Mumble (who is the star of this story) finds out he has no heart song but he can dance like a god, he must embark on a journey of self discovery that will lead him ultimately to the saving of his penguin race. Favourite quote: "Gimme some fin" as one penguin goes to high five the other.
Go see this movie and bring the kids 9/10
