BBB
BBB

Movie spotlight

BBB

1998
Movie
45 min
Croatian

Documentary about Bad Blue Boys, the fans of Dinamo Zagreb football club.

Insights

IMDb6.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes60%
Metacritic64/100
Google Users75%
Director: George MillerGenres: Comedy, Drama, Family, Fantasy

Plot Summary

After a tragic accident in Las Vegas, Babe the pig and his owner Arthur Hoggett are separated. Babe must navigate the dangerous and unforgiving streets of a bustling metropolis to find his way back home, encountering a host of new animal friends and foes along the way. The film explores themes of compassion, perseverance, and the challenges faced by those who are different in a tough urban environment.

Critical Reception

While not as universally beloved as its predecessor, 'Babe: Pig in the City' received generally positive reviews, with critics praising its unique visual style, darker tone, and ambitious storytelling. Some found the shift to a more mature narrative and the urban setting to be a departure from the original's charm, but many lauded its artistic merit and emotional depth.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its distinctive visual artistry and imaginative, darker themes.

  • Lauded for its emotional resonance and brave departure from the original's tone.

  • Some critics found the urban setting and more mature narrative less charming than its predecessor.

Google audience: Google users appreciated the film's unique artistic vision and heartfelt story, often noting that while it was different from the first movie, it offered a compelling and touching experience. Some felt it was a bit sadder, but many connected with Babe's journey and the film's underlying messages of hope and resilience.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Original Song at the 71st Academy Awards for 'That'll Do'.

Fun Fact

The film's darker, more complex themes and urban setting led to some initial marketing challenges, as it deviated significantly from the lighthearted, pastoral feel of the first 'Babe' film.

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