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The Cats
A solitary woman, who just got out of a relationship, is spending her Corona quarantine days with her two cats. The female cat wants to mate, but the male cat is neutered. The woman is thinking of a solution for her cats restlessness.
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Plot Summary
A young cat named Victoria is cast out into an alley where she must fight to become chosen for a special treat by her human family. She meets a variety of unique cats, each with their own special talents, and learns about the world of the 'Jellicles'. She must impress the Jellicle leader, Old Deuteronomy, to be reborn into a new life.
Critical Reception
The film was a critical and commercial disaster, widely panned for its bizarre visual effects, nonsensical plot, and jarring tone. It became infamous for its unsettling CGI and uncanny valley character designs, which generated significant backlash and mockery online.
What Reviewers Say
Visually disturbing with poor CGI.
A confusing and nonsensical musical adaptation.
An unintentional comedy that is hard to watch.
Google audience: Audiences found the movie to be incredibly bizarre and poorly executed, with many criticizing the visual effects and the overall concept. Some viewers were deeply unsettled by the appearance of the cats, while others found the story to be boring and difficult to follow.
Awards & Accolades
Nominated for 9 Golden Raspberry Awards, including Worst Picture, Worst Director, and Worst Remake, Rip-off or Sequel.
Fun Fact
The film's disastrous reception led to it being cited as one of the worst films of the decade by several publications.
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