IMDb7.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes90%
Metacritic68/100
Google Users85%
Director: Wes Anderson•Genres: Animation, Adventure, Comedy, Drama, Family, Fantasy
In a dystopian future Japan, all dogs are exiled to a remote island after a deadly outbreak of canid-flu. A young boy named Atari sets out alone in a miniature plane to find his beloved bodyguard dog, Spots. He lands on Trash Island and is immediately caught up in a quest with a pack of alpha dogs to find Spots and uncover a conspiracy threatening all of dogkind.
Isle of Dogs received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its unique visual style, detailed animation, and Anderson's distinctive directorial voice. Some critics found the narrative a bit convoluted, but most admired its ambition and quirky charm. Audiences were also largely receptive, appreciating its distinct aesthetic and emotional core.
Praised for its stunning stop-motion animation and meticulous visual design.
Applauded for Wes Anderson's signature quirky humor and distinctive storytelling.
Some found the plot overly intricate, but the film's heart and unique world-building were widely appreciated.
Google audience: Audiences generally loved the film's imaginative world, beautiful animation, and unique visual style. Many found the story heartwarming and appreciated the emotional journey of the characters, though a few felt the plot was a bit complex.
Nominated for the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature. Won Best Animated Film at the 2018 European Film Awards.
Each of the main dog characters was animated by a different animator, and each animator developed a unique way of moving for their character, contributing to the distinct personalities of the dogs.
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