Chicken Run: Dawn of the Nugget - Review | LFF 2023
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Directed by: Sam Fell
Written by: Karey Kirkpatrick, John O'Farrell, Rachel Tunnard
Starring: Thandiwe Newton, Zachary Levi, Bella Ramsey, Romesh Ranganathan, David Bradley, Daniel Mays, Jane Horrocks, Imelda Staunton, Lynn Ferguson, Josie Sedgwick-Davies, Nick Mohammed, Miranda Richardson
Runtime: 97 min
Synopsis: Ginger (Thandiwe Newton) and Rocky (Zachary Levi) welcome a new little adventurer into their lives.
© Aardman / NETFLIX 2023
Editor's Note: Original review was written for FandomWire. Full article can be found below.
REVIEW SUMMARY
Chicken Run: Dawn of the Nugget is a satisfying sequel that should please its target audience. The new cast bears the responsibility of successfully keeping the iconic characters recognizable while maintaining the unique charm of the original film. It takes time to get into the right rhythm and lacks greater narrative creativity, but the hilarious physical comedy and one-liners, stupendous animation, and unforgettable score remain intact elements in a world much larger than the previous chicken farm. Whether adults or children, nostalgic fans of the original or not, it's an excellent family flick to watch during this Christmas season.
