Igor
Igor

Igor

2008Movie87 minEnglish

A cliché hunchbacked evil scientist's assistant aspires to become a scientist himself, much to the displeasure of the rest of the evil science community.

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IMDb6.6/10
Rotten Tomatoes37%
Metacritic45/100
Google Users71%
Director: Tony LeondisGenres: Animation, Comedy, Family, Sci-Fi

Plot Summary

In a world ruled by evil scientists, Igor, a hunchbacked lab assistant with a brilliant mind, dreams of winning the annual 'Evil Science Fair'. Despite being forbidden from creating anything but inventions, Igor secretly aspires to become a mad scientist himself. When his master is injured just before the fair, Igor seizes the opportunity to create his own evil invention, a giant brainless monster, and enter it into the competition.

Critical Reception

Igor received mixed reviews from critics, who often praised its unique visual style and voice cast but found its humor and plot to be somewhat uneven. Audiences generally responded more positively, appreciating its quirky premise and family-friendly approach to a darker theme.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its distinct visual aesthetic and the talented voice cast.
  • Criticized for a predictable plot and humor that doesn't always land.
  • The film's imaginative world-building was often highlighted as a strength.

Google audience: Audience reviews generally found 'Igor' to be an amusing and visually interesting animated film, suitable for families. Some viewers enjoyed the unconventional characters and the unique take on a classic monster movie trope, while others felt the story could have been more original or engaging.

Fun Fact

The character of Dr. Glickenstein, voiced by Jay Leno, was originally intended to be voiced by Robin Williams, who had to drop out due to scheduling conflicts.

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