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Home
Four outsiders of three generations band together in a sweet and funny paean to non-conformism. After her husband's death, elderly Frida comes to know her introverted, friendless adult granddaughter, Lou, from whom she had long been kept apart by Frida's estranged daughter. Frida invites another misfit into her household: 10-year-old Tom, who welcomes the chance to spend time away from both his home and his bullying classmates. Meanwhile, Lou reluctantly gets drawn into a friendship with secondhand bookseller Henrik.
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Plot Summary
When a race of aliens known as the Boov invades Earth, they relocate all of humanity to a celebratory party town while they take over the planet. Oh, a clumsy but well-meaning Boov, is left behind and befriends a resourceful human girl named Tip. Together, they embark on a journey across the globe to save the planet, and Oh discovers the true meaning of home.
Critical Reception
Home received mixed reviews from critics, who praised its vibrant animation and positive messages about friendship and understanding, but criticized its predictable plot and underdeveloped characters. Audiences generally responded more positively, particularly families with younger children who enjoyed the humor and colorful visuals.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its colorful and imaginative animation style.
Noted for its positive themes of friendship and embracing differences.
Criticized for a formulaic and somewhat uninspired storyline.
Google audience: Google users generally appreciated the film's visual appeal and the heartwarming story about an unlikely friendship. Many found it to be an entertaining and engaging watch for children, though some noted that the plot could have been more original.
Fun Fact
Rihanna voiced the character Tip and also contributed several original songs to the film's soundtrack, including the hit single 'Towards the Sun'.
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