Excellent film marred by strident and preachy final segment

Rating: Null/10 (2 February 2009)

This is a stunning CGI animation which sadly loses its way in the final one third. After some gorgeous images of Antarctica and an enjoyable storyline of a penguin who's 'different' because he can't sing, but enjoys tap-dancing, the last half hour turns stridently preachy and dampens the fun. There are some excellent musical set-pieces as the penguins sing and dance. Robin Williams is alright in two different roles (apart from narrating). While the ecological theme is relevant, the way it's presented is what's slightly annoying. Enjoyable nonetheless.
Overall 7/10