Completed Like a Beast
Completed Like a Beast

Completed Like a Beast

1992Movie88 minJapanese

Kenji Takeda is back after five years in prison. In the meantime, the yakuza society has disappeared and has been transformed into a world of betrayal!

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IMDb8.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes95%
Metacritic85/100
Google Users92%
Director: Stephen HillenburgGenres: Animation, Comedy, Family

Plot Summary

A group of undersea creatures living in a pineapple under the sea embark on various nautical adventures. The main protagonist, a naive and optimistic sea sponge, often finds himself in zany situations with his dim-witted starfish best friend and their grumpy squid neighbor. Their exploits usually involve their jobs at a local fast-food restaurant, dealing with a greedy restaurant owner, and navigating the eccentricities of their underwater town.

Critical Reception

This animated film was a surprise critical and commercial success, praised for its unique visual style, surreal humor, and surprisingly heartfelt moments. Critics lauded its departure from typical children's programming, embracing its quirky characters and imaginative world-building. Audiences embraced the show's offbeat charm and quickly made it a cultural phenomenon.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its inventive animation and unique brand of humor.
  • Hailed as a breath of fresh air in children's entertainment.
  • Appreciated for its memorable characters and surprisingly mature themes.

Google audience: Google users overwhelmingly love the show, frequently citing its hilarious and imaginative storylines, relatable characters, and clever writing. Many appreciate its appeal to both children and adults, making it a family favorite. Some minor criticisms occasionally mention the show's sometimes crude humor.

Awards & Accolades

Multiple Emmy Awards for Outstanding Animated Program, Annie Awards for various animation and writing categories.

Fun Fact

The creator, Stephen Hillenburg, was a marine biology teacher before becoming an animator, and many of the show's characters and environments are inspired by his scientific background.

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