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Ferdinand

Name: Ferdinand
Released: 2017-12-09
Duration: 108 min

2017

Movie

108 min

English

Ferdinand, a little bull, prefers sitting quietly under a cork tree just smelling the flowers versus jumping around, snorting, and butting heads with other bulls. As Ferdinand grows big and strong, his temperament remains mellow. But one day five men come to choose the "biggest, fastest, roughest bull" for the bullfights in Madrid— and Ferdinand is mistakenly chosen.

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IMDb6.7/10

Rotten Tomatoes72%

Metacritic54/100

Google Users72%

Director: Carlos Saldanha•Genres: Animation, Adventure, Comedy, Family, Fantasy

Plot Summary

Ferdinand is a young, brave bull who is more interested in smelling flowers than fighting. When he is mistakenly taken to Madrid to participate in bullfights, he decides to prove that one should not judge a bull by its cover. With the help of his friends, Ferdinand embarks on a journey to return home to his family.

Critical Reception

Ferdinand received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its animation, humor, and heartwarming message. While some critics found the plot predictable, most audiences enjoyed the film's lighthearted take on the classic story and its positive themes of individuality and kindness.

What Reviewers Say

Praised for its vibrant animation and charming protagonist.
Appreciated for its positive message about embracing one's true nature.
Some found the story to be somewhat formulaic and predictable.

Google audience: Audiences generally enjoyed Ferdinand, with many praising its cute animation, funny characters, and the positive message of being true to yourself. Some viewers found the plot a bit simple, but it was largely seen as an entertaining and heartwarming film for families.