SuperNed

SuperTed is a hapless, down-on-his-luck caretaker who, after a magical encounter with a lightning bolt and a discarded superhero comic, gains superpowers. He transforms into SuperNed, the 'super' hero of the ordinary, ready to tackle cosmic evil. His mission: to save the universe from the wicked Plasticine President and his evil henchman, the evil doctor, who are determined to suck all the fun out of the world.

SuperNed received a mixed to negative reception from critics, who often cited its uneven humor and animation style. While some appreciated its unique, retro-inspired aesthetic and the voice performances, many found the plot simplistic and the jokes to be hit-or-miss, particularly for younger audiences. It failed to make a significant impact at the box office.

• The animation style is a bold, if divisive, choice that harkens back to classic stop-motion.

• Humor often falls flat, with many jokes feeling dated or too juvenile.

• Voice performances, particularly by Steve Coogan, are a highlight but can't salvage the weak script.

Google audience: Audience reviews for SuperNed are generally lukewarm, with many finding it a forgettable animated film. Some viewers enjoyed the quirky visual style and the voice acting, while others felt the story was uninspired and the humor didn't land consistently. It's often described as a film that tries too hard to be quirky but doesn't quite succeed.

The film was animated using stop-motion techniques, giving it a distinctive, slightly retro visual style that was intentionally reminiscent of older claymation films.