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Home

2018
Movie
15 min
Tagalog

A visual tale, through possibly both dreams and delirium, where an orphan boy plagued with loneliness and alienation find inspiration in an ill roommate as they journey to find a real home.

Insights

IMDb6.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes54%
Metacritic50/100
Google Users79%
Director: Tim JohnsonGenres: Animation, Adventure, Comedy, Family, Sci-Fi

Plot Summary

When Oh, a clumsy alien on the run from his own kind, lands on Earth, he inadvertently alerts the planet's inhabitants to his species' impending invasion. A resourceful human girl named Tip and her cat, Pig, form an unlikely friendship with Oh, embarking on a journey to protect Earth from the Boov invasion. Along the way, they discover the true meaning of home and family, challenging the preconceived notions of both species.

Critical Reception

Home received mixed reviews from critics, who praised its voice acting and animation but found its plot predictable and its humor occasionally lacking. Audiences generally responded more positively, particularly enjoying the film's themes of friendship and acceptance.

What Reviewers Say

  • Visually appealing animation and a strong voice cast, particularly Jim Parsons, are highlights.

  • The film's predictable storyline and inconsistent humor were common criticisms.

  • Themes of friendship, diversity, and finding one's place were generally well-received.

Google audience: Google users largely enjoyed the film's charming characters, vibrant animation, and positive messages about understanding and acceptance. Some viewers found the plot a bit too simplistic, but overall, it was considered an entertaining and heartwarming family movie.

Fun Fact

The character of Oh was originally voiced by 'The Big Bang Theory' co-star Johnny Galecki before being replaced by Jim Parsons, also from the same show.

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