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Home

2012
Movie
131 min
Thai

This three-part anthology follows people from different generations as they explore the depths of love, grief and longing in Chiang Mai.

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IMDb6.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes53%
Metacritic58/100
Google Users74%
Director: Tim JohnsonGenres: Animation, Adventure, Comedy, Family, Sci-Fi

Plot Summary

When Oh, a lovable but clumsy alien on the run from his own species, crash-lands on Earth, he forms an unlikely friendship with a resourceful girl named Tip. Together, they embark on a perilous adventure to save the planet and find Tip's mother, all while Oh tries to evade his pursuers and confront his own species' mistakes. Their journey is filled with humor, discovery, and the forging of an extraordinary bond.

Critical Reception

Home received mixed to generally positive reviews from critics, who often praised its vibrant animation, humor, and heartfelt message. However, some found the plot to be somewhat predictable and derivative of other animated films. Audiences generally responded well to the film, particularly its lovable characters and positive themes of friendship and understanding.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its bright, colorful animation and charming lead characters.

  • Appreciated for its positive messages about friendship and overcoming differences.

  • Criticized by some for a familiar storyline and lack of originality.

Google audience: Google users largely enjoyed 'Home,' appreciating its humor, relatable characters like Oh and Tip, and the heartwarming story of friendship. Many found it to be an enjoyable and visually appealing film for the whole family, though some noted that it followed a fairly standard animated movie formula.

Fun Fact

The character of Oh was originally voiced by 'The Office' star Jim Parsons, but his voice was altered significantly to give Oh a more alien sound, making it difficult for audiences to recognize his voice.

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