Let's be friends

Rating: 7/10 (21 June 2019)

Look, it had its moments... when Duke Caboom jumped to the carousel, I was definitely choked up but unfortunately we once again see a world wherein all the men are ineffectual idiots while the women are strong, determined and in charge. Can it not be a little more balanced? And having the name of Gabby's book be "Let's Be Friends". Really?? I liked the film references too, but Taxi Driver and The Shinning are a little heavy for kids, no?
My 6 year old enjoyed it immensely. It was one of the first movies she has sat completely through without asking to leave or falling asleep. In the end I suppose I enjoyed it too. I didn't despise it like Finding Dori or Monsters University but need it be so heavy handed with the social messages? Overall, I don't think it holds up to the others but it's not insufferable either.