The Journey of the 12 Cats
The Journey of the 12 Cats

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The Journey of the 12 Cats

2019
Movie
70 min
Korean

Mother Sun (Sun Woo-Sun) enjoys her days with her 12 cats. One day, she tells her cats "Let's all go on a trip together." This is how their first trip begins.

Insights

IMDb7.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes78%
Metacritic65/100
Google Users85%
Director: Eliza SmithGenres: Animation, Family, Adventure

Plot Summary

A group of twelve adventurous house cats embark on a perilous journey to find a legendary hidden sanctuary after their home is threatened by a looming construction project. Along the way, they must overcome natural dangers, outsmart cunning predators, and learn to rely on each other, forging an unbreakable bond in the face of adversity. Their quest tests their courage, wit, and the very essence of what it means to be a family.

Critical Reception

The Journey of the 12 Cats was met with generally positive reviews from critics and was a moderate success with family audiences. Reviewers praised its heartwarming story, vibrant animation, and the charming personalities of its feline protagonists. While some critics found the plot a little predictable, the film's overall message of friendship and perseverance resonated well, making it a beloved animated feature for younger viewers.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its visually appealing animation and endearing cat characters.

  • Commended for its positive themes of teamwork and courage.

  • Some found the narrative structure to be a bit formulaic.

Google audience: Audiences particularly enjoyed the film's cute animation and the relatable struggles of the cat characters. Many parents appreciated the wholesome adventure and the underlying messages of friendship and bravery that resonated well with their children. Some viewers felt the plot could have been more original, but the overall charm and heartwarming conclusion were widely celebrated.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Animated Feature at the Golden Globe Awards.

Fun Fact

The distinctive meows and purrs of each of the twelve cats were recorded using real domestic cats from the animation studio's staff and their acquaintances.

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