Can Original Animated Films Still Thrive In Movie Theaters?
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THE MITCHELLS VS. THE MACHINES - (L-R) Maya Rudolph as “Linda Mitchell , Abbi Jacobson as “Katie Mitchell , Mike Rianda as “Aaron Mitchell”, Doug the Pug as “Monchi” and Danny McBride as “Rick Mitchell
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Mitchell vs. the Machines
, a Sony Animation romp which was sold to Netflix,
is pretty damn good. Written and directed by Mike Rianda and Jeff Rowe and produced by Chris Miller and Phil Lord, the lively, spirited, bracingly colorful and rollicking family comedy offers endless visual gags, a strong narrative through-line and a refreshingly specificity. Even the character tropes feel specifically personal and/or autobiographical in a way which justifies a well-worn story (concerning technology coming to life and threatening humanity with extinction). Yes,