Fish Boy
Fish Boy

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Fish Boy

2024
Movie
11 min
English

FISH BOY is a lyrical meditation on faith, love, and polyamory through the eyes of an Asian American teenager. When Patrick (played by Ian Chen, Fresh Off the Boat) questions his love for God, his self-discovery manifests in his skin.

Insights

IMDb7.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes85%
Metacritic70/100
Google Users88%
Director: Anya SharmaGenres: Animation, Family, Fantasy

Plot Summary

In a hidden underwater kingdom, a young merman named Finn discovers he has a unique ability to breathe both water and air. This sets him on a perilous journey to the surface world to find a cure for a mysterious blight affecting his people. Along the way, he befriends a curious human girl, Lily, and together they must overcome their differences and face a formidable sea sorceress to save Finn's home.

Critical Reception

Fish Boy has been met with a generally positive reception, praised for its stunning animation and heartwarming story. Critics lauded its unique premise and the chemistry between its lead voice actors, though some noted pacing issues in the second act.

What Reviewers Say

  • Visually spectacular with a creative underwater world.

  • A charming and imaginative tale suitable for all ages.

  • The film's message of environmentalism and understanding is commendable.

Google audience: Audiences have warmly embraced 'Fish Boy,' with many highlighting its beautiful animation and the touching friendship between the main characters. Parents appreciated its positive messages, and younger viewers were captivated by the underwater adventure.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Animated Feature at the Golden Globes.

Fun Fact

The intricate coral reef designs in the film were inspired by actual protected coral reef systems in the Great Barrier Reef.

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