Marcel the Shell with Shoes On, Three
Marcel the Shell with Shoes On, Three

Marcel the Shell with Shoes On, Three

2014Movie4 minEnglish

Marcel the shell gets locked outside.

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IMDb7.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes96%
Metacritic81/100
Google Users96%
Director: Dean Fleischer CampGenres: Animation, Comedy, Family

Plot Summary

Marcel is a tiny, adorable shell who lives with his grandmother Connie and a dog named Alan. After their human family mysteriously disappears, they are left alone in their Airbnb. A documentary filmmaker discovers Marcel and begins recording his unique existence, capturing the attention of the world and sparking a viral phenomenon. Marcel's newfound fame offers a glimmer of hope that he might be able to find his long-lost family.

Critical Reception

Marcel the Shell with Shoes On received widespread critical acclaim, particularly for its heartwarming story, innovative animation, and Jenny Slate's endearing voice performance. Critics lauded its ability to evoke genuine emotion and profound themes of loss, connection, and hope within a seemingly simple premise.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unique blend of stop-motion animation and heartfelt storytelling.
  • Celebrated for its surprisingly profound exploration of loss, family, and finding community.
  • Commended for Jenny Slate's iconic and touching vocal performance as Marcel.

Google audience: Audiences adored Marcel the Shell with Shoes On, frequently highlighting its charm, emotional depth, and the delightful personality of the titular character. Many found it to be a touching and uplifting experience that resonated deeply.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Animated Feature Film at the 95th Academy Awards, and won Best Voice Performance at the 2022 New York Film Critics Circle Awards.

Fun Fact

The distinctive squeaky voice of Marcel was achieved by Dean Fleischer Camp slowing down Jenny Slate's voice during the recording process.

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