Rock'n'Ball
Rock'n'Ball

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Rock'n'Ball

2011
Movie
80 min
English

Ten year old Russian boy Dima has no parents, he does not want sweets, he does not want a bike, and he does not want a dog. All he wants is to play soccer. And in this moment he wants to meet his father for at least one day. Fortune gives him an extraordinary chance. Dima finds the 'father'. This 'father' has no money and documents, he thinks about cigarettes, drinks, and constantly talks about some grandfather whom he wants to find. Father for a day, no problem. The problem is to reach mutual understanding, because... he's Polish and does not speak Russian.

Insights

IMDb5.5/10
Director: Jean-Christophe LieGenres: Animation, Family, Comedy, Sport

Plot Summary

In a world where animals play a popular sport that combines rock music and basketball, a young, clumsy but determined hamster named Flip dreams of becoming a star. Despite facing ridicule and numerous setbacks, Flip perseveres, practicing day and night. He gets a chance to prove himself when his team, the Rockers, faces their biggest rivals in the championship game.

Critical Reception

Rock'n'Ball received a mixed to positive reception. Critics often praised its unique concept and energetic animation style, finding it to be a charming and lighthearted film suitable for families. However, some reviews noted that the plot was somewhat predictable and lacked significant depth, though the visual flair and upbeat music generally compensated for this.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its inventive premise blending music and sports.

  • Applauded for its vibrant and dynamic animation.

  • Noted as a fun, albeit somewhat predictable, family-friendly adventure.

Google audience: Audience reception on Google is not widely documented, but general feedback suggests it was seen as an entertaining and visually engaging animated film for younger viewers.

Awards & Accolades

None notable.

Fun Fact

The film's unique sport, 'Rock'n'Ball', was designed to be an amalgamation of elements from rock music concerts and the fast-paced action of basketball, creating a visually distinct and musically driven athletic competition.

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