Abominable
Abominable

Movie spotlight

Abominable

2020
Movie
72 min
English

A research team embarks on a journey to obtain a plant that can advance medical research by centuries. While stumbling upon clues of the previous expedition, they discover that a Yeti creature lurks within the Himalayan mountains and will do anything to protect its terrain.

Insights

IMDb7.0/10
Rotten Tomatoes81%
Metacritic61/100
Google Users82%
Director: Jill CultonGenres: Animation, Adventure, Comedy, Family, Fantasy

Plot Summary

A group of friends, including a determined teenager named Yi, discover a young Yeti on the roof of her apartment building. They embark on an epic journey to reunite the magical creature with his family in the Himalayas. Along the way, they must evade a wealthy zoologist and his ruthless team who are determined to capture the Yeti for their own purposes. The adventure tests their courage and their bond as they face perilous landscapes and outsmart their pursuers.

Critical Reception

Abominable received generally positive reviews from critics and was a modest box office success. Reviewers praised its stunning animation, heartwarming story, and themes of environmentalism and friendship. While some found the plot predictable, the film was widely considered a charming and visually appealing family-friendly movie.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its vibrant animation and breathtaking depiction of China's landscapes.

  • Commended for its heartwarming story about friendship, family, and environmental responsibility.

  • Some critics noted a familiar narrative structure but appreciated the film's emotional depth.

Google audience: Google users largely enjoyed 'Abominable,' highlighting its beautiful animation, touching story about friendship and helping others, and the relatable characters. Many found it to be a great family movie with a positive message.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for a Golden Globe Award for Best Animated Feature Film.

Fun Fact

The film was co-produced by DreamWorks Animation and Pearl Studio (formerly Oriental DreamWorks), making it the first co-production between the two studios to be fully financed by Universal Pictures.

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