Movie spotlight
Ice Age
' You should have thrown the hand-grenade.' ' I've still got it!' An unexpected stranger arrives at the old people's home in Norway where a famous writer is kept in confinement after the war. Should he be brought to trial for collaborating with the Nazis? Or will the young partisan carry through his original plan to kill him?
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Plot Summary
During the onset of the Ice Age, a herd of animals attempts to migrate south. Among them are Manny, a woolly mammoth, Sid, a sloth, and Diego, a saber-toothed tiger. They unexpectedly take on the responsibility of returning a human infant to its tribe, facing numerous challenges and forming an unlikely family along the way.
Critical Reception
Ice Age was a critical and commercial success, praised for its humor, animation, and heartwarming story. Critics often highlighted the chemistry between the main characters and the visual appeal of the prehistoric landscapes.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its vibrant animation and endearing characters.
Applauded for its family-friendly humor and adventure.
Felt it was a solid, if somewhat predictable, animated feature.
Google audience: Audiences generally loved Ice Age, appreciating its humor, the unique personalities of its characters like Sid and Manny, and its surprisingly touching storyline. The animation was also frequently mentioned as a positive aspect.
Awards & Accolades
Nominated for an Academy Award for Best Animated Feature.
Fun Fact
The character of Sid the Sloth was originally conceived as a grumpy, older badger character.
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