Children's movie meets earth day meets creativity

Rating: 8/10 (17 January 2007)

I was first intrigued by Happy Feet through the previews. I thought it would be a cute movie, following along the lines of Madagascar & Over the Hedge. Although it was a funny movie, it differed from its cohorts.
Happy Feet tells the story of a courageous penguin who is a bit different than the penguins in his colony. He is ridiculed because he does not possess certain qualities that are considered quintessential to his colony. He is an outcast who eventually joins other outcasts on a search for belonging; as they all set out on a journey to find more fish.
Mumble is a penguin who is outcast from his colony because he is considered different. The themes of acceptance, originality, & trust are prevalent throughout the movie as Mumble moves A true heart warmer, this story is good for any age audience. Not only does it teach children about the importance of preserving the earth but also of loyalty & originality. Mumble's struggles to fit in teach children & adults alike the importance of being oneself, doing what one is best at; even if it's not what everyone else is doing. It serves as a reminder that it is okay to be different; a wonderful lesson! THe graphics are stunning as the penguins move in such ways as to appear very real. The only drawback I had was that it was slow in getting started. Certain parts took too long as the plot unfolded. However, I would highly recommend this movie as not another children's movie or a "feel good" movie but rather, to serve as an example of what really takes place on our earth.