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Gnomeo & Juliet

Release Date 11 Feb 2011 TBA

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Certificate: G

Genre: Animation | Family | Scifi | Fantasy

"Gnomeo & Juliet," Shakespeare's revered tale gets a comical, off-the-wall makeover. Gnomeo and Juliet, who have as many obstacles to overcome as their quasi namesakes when they are caught up in a feud between neighbors. But with plastic pink flamingos and thrilling lawnmower races in the mix, can this young couple find a happy ending?

Cast:
James McAvoy | Emily Blunt | Michael Caine | Jason Statham | Maggie Smith | Patrick Stewart | Ashley Jensen | Jim Cummings | Richard Wilson | Julie Walters

Writers:
Kevin Cecil | Andy Riley

Producers:
Baker Bloodworth | David Furnish | Steve Hamilton Shaw

Directors:
Kelly Asbury

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Movies.ie Critic Review

Shakespeare’s classic tale of forbidden love is given the garden gnome makeover. Naturally enough.

THE VERDICT: This one’s been bouncing around Disney for over five years (with a total of nine writers chipping away at the script), Elton John’s Rocket Pictures having brought it to the Mouse House – hence the generous use of the handsome one’s back catalogue here. It’s a sweet concept, but, like so many British attempts at big-screen animation (Flushed Away, Valiant, etc), this belongs on TV. Around 4pm, on Stephen’s Day.

Review by Paul Byrne 

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User Reviews

    • Currently 1/5 Stars.

    Mr_Twist

    Elton John showcasing his songs to animation... BORING

    • Currently 1/5 Stars.

    scollonp

    I fell asleep, sorry!

    • Currently 3/5 Stars.

    mart

    It's a fairly aggressive film, but Juliet hits these little moments of detail that make the movie entertaining and creative, doing Shakespeare and Elton John justice while creating pleasing comedy chaos.

    • Currently 3/5 Stars.

    Beth

    Good enough,one or two funny moments but somewhat disappointing considering the the cast involved!

    • Currently 4/5 Stars.

    Chad

    Great cast, great animation, very funny. Well worth watching!

    • Currently 5/5 Stars.

    ihatemarshmallows

    • Currently 1/5 Stars.

    lionqueen

    I usually genuinely enjoy the movies i bring my niece to, but this just sucked. Only a couple of laughs throughout the whole movie, and the scenes where all the gnomes were dancing just made me uncomfortable...I did like the pink flamingo though!

    • Currently 4/5 Stars.

    damodonn

    Enjoyable Family outing movie. Simple Story - references to lots of other films. Great voices - Ozzy, Michael Caine, Patrick Stewart. Matched with Elton John rock'n'rollin soundtrack. Enjoy one and all !

    • Currently 2/5 Stars.

    Randy

    Attempts at being original but falls flat as predictable and formulaic. Should have gone straight to DVD. However, the gnomes were animated quite nicely and the film features some good voice talent. I'd recommend you to rent it to introduce your kids to Shakespeare.

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