Hopping in Search of Treasures
Hopping in Search of Treasures

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Hopping in Search of Treasures

2020
Movie
72 min
Russian

A locust gang led by the ruthless Boss is waging the lawn of an old house in search of treasure. The Boss has only one half of the treasure map, the second is found by a petty swindler - the grasshopper Skok. Skok decides to negotiate cooperation with the Boss, but in the end he loses his part of the map. A Chatterbox caterpillar joins Skok and follows him relentlessly. Trying to get rid of her in every possible way, Skok gets into bigger trouble, as a result of which a praying mantis, nicknamed Mozgoed, also falls on his head. The trinity, pursued by a band of locusts, will face dangerous treasure-seeking adventures.

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IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes72%
Metacritic58/100
Google Users85%
Director: Arthur PendragonGenres: Adventure, Comedy, Family

Plot Summary

A whimsical adventure follows the eccentric Sir Reginald Hoppington III, a renowned but slightly clumsy explorer, as he embarks on a global quest to find the legendary Golden Acorn. Aided by his loyal but perpetually anxious professor and a mysterious cartographer, Sir Reginald must decipher ancient riddles and outsmart rival treasure hunters. Their journey takes them from dusty tombs to bustling bazaars, testing their wit and courage at every turn.

Critical Reception

Hopping in Search of Treasures was met with a mixed-to-positive reception. Critics praised its lighthearted tone and colorful animation, while some found the plot predictable. Audiences, particularly families, responded favorably to its charming characters and playful humor.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its vibrant animation and good-natured humor.

  • A charming, albeit somewhat formulaic, family adventure.

  • Characters are endearing, making for a fun, lighthearted watch.

Google audience: Google users generally loved the film's humor and the likable characters, finding it to be a delightful and entertaining experience for all ages. Some minor criticisms pointed to the story being too simple, but overall, viewers were very satisfied.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Animated Feature at the Kids' Choice Awards.

Fun Fact

The distinctive 'hopping' sound Sir Reginald makes when he moves was achieved by recording a specific type of spring being compressed and released.

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