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Maurice is a streetwise ginger cat who comes up with a money-making scam by befriending a group of self-taught talking rats. When Maurice and the rodents meet a bookworm called Malicia, their little con soon goes down the drain.
In the fairy-tale city of Bad Blintz, a street-smart cat named Maurice discovers a conspiracy involving the town's mayor and a hoard of stolen ducats. To escape the sticky situation, Maurice enlists a group of educated rats and a young human accomplice named Keith. Together, they embark on a clever scam to swindle the gullible townsfolk.
The film received mixed to positive reviews from critics, who often praised its animation and voice cast but sometimes found the story to be formulaic. Audiences generally responded more favorably, enjoying its humor and family-friendly nature.
The animation is vibrant and appealing, making for a visually engaging experience.
The voice cast delivers strong performances, bringing personality to the characters.
While entertaining, the plot sometimes relies on predictable tropes.
Google audience: Google users generally appreciated the film's humor, colorful animation, and the engaging story, with many recommending it as a fun watch for families.
The film is based on the novel of the same name by acclaimed author Terry Pratchett, known for his Discworld series.
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I quite liked the premiss of this animated comedy. The eponymous orange cat travels from town to town promising to help the citizens eliminate their perennial rat problems. Raising all the cash they can, they pay him and out of the blue a y...