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Small Soldiers
1998 110 min United States of America PG-13 12+
★6.5
Comedy, Adventure, Fantasy, Science Fiction, Action
Director: Joe Dante
Trailers
EN
Teaser
EN
Description
When missile technology is used to enhance toy action figures, the toys soon begin to take their battle programming too seriously.
Budget:
$40M
US Gross:
$54.68M
Worldwide:
$54.68M
Starring
Kirsten Dunst
Actor
Gregory Smith
Actor
David Cross
Actor
Awards
3 wins & 4 nominations total
Key opinion
Small Soldiers is widely regarded as a nostalgic, imaginative blend of family action and dark satire that transcends its kids-movie branding. While some viewers note an uneven tone resulting from its mixed-genre approach, the film is largely praised for its pioneering visual effects and enduring thematic depth.
| Production | The pioneering integration of practical effects and early CGI creates realistic, character-driven toy animation that remains impressive. | |
| Theme | The film successfully functions as a sophisticated anti-militarist allegory, offering satirical commentary on corporate power and societal prejudice. | |
| Score | The soundtrack, featuring iconic tracks from Led Zeppelin to Queen, is expertly curated to heighten the onscreen action. | |
| Screenplay | The blend of family comedy, war-movie parody, and thriller elements creates an uneven tone that occasionally clashes with the narrative ambition. |