yet after a rather bland beginning, that is exactly what sets “Smallfoot” apart, along with some inspired slapstick stunts. This entertaining fantasy has intellectual ballast, but it's cleverly disguised
this delightful, smart, colorful animated tale contains a surprisingly woke message about tolerance, acceptance, the indoctrination of society and the lies our leaders sell us in order to keep the wheels spinning
the double entendre-laden humor and catchy tunes that made "The LEGO Movie" a hit are woefully missing from "Smallfoot," a musical that tries too hard to educate kids and not hard enough to entertain them
animated adventure with a message of tolerance and understanding; A think-for-yourself message makes this somewhat contrived kids' movie worth watching
"Smallfoot" has its own silly, beastie charm. Smart voice casting (also) helps; beneath the easy slapstick, there's a timely moral too: Don't fear the unknown, embrace it. Just try not to squish it
by Jane Horwitz [Washington Post ]
by Rafer Guzman [Newsday ]
