Something Smells Ratty? Never Thought I Would Had To Say That

Rating: 9/10 (23 July 2007)

During the first few minutes of the movie, perhaps ten, I thought, "Looks like this is going to be a dull movie of the life of a rat." Viewing more of the movie, I think, "This movie can be believable. Anyone can cook." This movie does kind of give you that message. That's what the movie is basically about, showing a rat cooking.
This was a fantastic movie to see! I really love how the setting is widely based in Paris, and all the characters have a French accent. Everything seems better that way. You can tell someone lives in Paris instead of speaking English without the accent. If that were to happen, it ruins the entire movie.
It's funny how the rat didn't know that he has been living under Paris the entire time. Since at first, he and his clan lived in the house of an old lady, who seems to be having a lot of plants near her which could have given you the idea she was living somewhere in the country. Now that I have seen more, that idea is lost and they're living in Paris.
I thought it was clever how the rat could control the guy with his hair like a joystick. It seemed so original. I also love this human and pet relationship. It's cute and heartwarming. Other than the typical movies about a dog and a boy and the boy passes up a one billion deal just so he can keep the dog because he's family. If that were to happen it would be so pathetic I would cry.
I recommend this movie for everyone, young and old! Unless you are offended or disgusted by rodents, then do not watch this movie because that's basically the main spice of the story. This movie is what you can say, a five star movie. Actually, a nine star since the personality of the chef is too similar, also the critic. Seems like something you would find in too many movies.. the personality.