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Friday, April 13, 2018

Jimmy Neutron: Boy Genius (2001)


Jimmy Neutron:  Boy Genius is based upon a series of shorts by Nickelodeon.  Being a computer animated film, the animation hasn't aged well and can look bland and lacking in detail at times.  Despite that, it makes up for it through a charismatic main character, a funny plot and excellent storytelling.  We're introduced to boy genius Jimmy Neutron, through his various inventions before the plot advances to all the adults disappearing from his town.  They decide to travel to space as it turns out their parents were all abducted by parents.  It is a fun adventure and it doesn't take itself too seriously, while still retaining witty humor and straying away from typical cliches in this genre.  The voice acting is strong and there are a few genuine surprises.

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