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The Day the Earth Blew Up: A Looney Tunes Movie
2024 91 min United States of America PG 6+
★7.1
Family, Comedy, Adventure, Animation, Science Fiction
Director: Peter Browngardt
🎭 Based on
«Looney Tunes»
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Description
Porky and Daffy, the classic animated odd couple, turn into unlikely heroes when their antics at the local bubble gum factory uncover a secret alien mind control plot. Against all odds, the two are determined to save their town (and the world!)...that is if they don't drive each other crazy in the process.
Budget:
$15M
US Gross:
$8.88M
Worldwide:
$15.08M
Starring
Eric Bauza
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Candi Milo
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Peter MacNicol
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Awards
1 win & 5 nominations total
Key opinion
The Day the Earth Blew Up: A Looney Tunes Movie serves as a nostalgic and energetic throwback that successfully blends classic Looney Tunes slapstick with sci-fi tropes. While the narrative structure is slightly uneven and may feel disconnected for some, its traditional animation and comedic performances provide a satisfying experience for fans of the franchise.
| Cinematography | The film captures the essence of classic animation by employing expressive, hand-drawn techniques that honor the spirit of the original shorts. | |
| Acting | The comedic chemistry between Porky Pig and Daffy Duck is a standout, anchored by an outstanding vocal performance for Daffy. | |
| Screenplay | The screenplay effectively blends traditional Looney Tunes slapstick with recognizable tropes from science fiction and creature features. | |
| Pacing | The narrative rhythm is divided; critics find the opening act sluggish and unnecessary, while the latter portion delivers a much more engaging, fast-paced progression. | |
| Accessibility | Viewers are split on the film's suitability for a theatrical environment, with some arguing the material feels better suited for home media despite its fun factor. |