Rating: PG
Runtime: 1 hour 44 minutes
Genre(s): Animation, Comedy, Drama
Released: May 7, 2024
Directed by: John Krasinski
Written by: John Krasinski
Starring: Cailey Fleming, Ryan Reynolds, John Krasinski
The 2024 film "IF" is a family feature that offers very little in terms of originality and detail. Although it has some heartfelt moments, the overall storytelling feels a bit lazy, particularly with the reveal of who Cal really is, which is predictably obvious.
I am definitely part of the crowd that thinks this movie bears too many similarities to "Foster's Home for Imaginary Friends," which is far superior. A big purple monster (Eduardo) named Blue (Blu), a home for imaginary friends suited to their needs, and Bea’s wardrobe that looks like it was borrowed from Frankie or Madam Foster’s closet all contribute to this impression.
Thankfully, "IF" does have a few redeeming features. The animation is very nice and fluid, and they did a fantastic job of making the characters fit into the "real" world. I also enjoyed the voice acting, especially Phoebe Waller-Bridge (Blossom) and Louis Gossett Jr. (Lewis).
Rating: ★★★★★★☆☆☆☆ 6/10 (3/10 on Letterboxd)
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