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Hotel Transylvania (2012)

Director: Genndy Tartakovsky
Studio: Sony Pictures Animation

Plot:
The first Hotel Transylvania film introduces us to Count Dracula (voiced by Adam Sandler), a protective father who runs a lavish hotel for monsters. The hotel is a sanctuary where creatures like vampires, werewolves, mummies, and zombies can relax and escape from human society. Dracula’s motivation for building the hotel is rooted in his desire to keep his daughter, Mavis (voiced by Selena Gomez), safe from the dangers of the outside world. Mavis, who is 118 years old (but still looks like a teenager), yearns to explore the human world, but her father is extremely overprotective and tries to shelter her.

The plot is set in motion when a human, Jonathan (voiced by Andy Samberg), accidentally stumbles upon the hotel while on his backpacking trip. Dracula tries to hide Jonathan’s presence from the other monsters, but things become complicated when Mavis falls for him. The movie is full of humor, action, and heart as Dracula must learn to let go and accept that his daughter has her own path to follow.

Madagascar (2005)

Directors: Eric Darnell, Tom McGrath
Studio: DreamWorks Animation

Plot:
The first film introduces us to Alex the lion (voiced by Ben Stiller), Marty the zebra (voiced by Chris Rock), Gloria the hippopotamus (voiced by Jada Pinkett Smith), and Melman the giraffe (voiced by David Schwimmer), four animals who live in the Central Park Zoo in New York City. Alex, the king of the zoo, enjoys his cushy life, while Marty, his best friend, dreams of freedom in the wild. On his 10th birthday, Marty escapes the zoo to experience the world beyond the bars. Alex, Gloria, and Melman set out to find him.

The group is captured and sent to a wildlife reserve in Africa, but their ship is intercepted, and they end up on the island of Madagascar. The film follows their attempts to survive in the wild with the help of a group of quirky lemurs, including King Julien XIII (voiced by Sacha Baron Cohen), and the penguins, who are known for their mischief and plans.

The film is a fun, slapstick adventure filled with humor, heart, and the animals’ learning to adjust to a new environment while dealing with their personalities and differences.

Shrek (2001)

Directors: Andrew Adamson, Vicky Jenson
Studio: DreamWorks Animation

Plot:
Shrek tells the story of an ogre named Shrek (voiced by Mike Myers) who lives alone in a swamp. His peaceful life is interrupted when a group of fairy-tale creatures, who were exiled from the kingdom of Duloc by the evil Lord Farquaad (John Lithgow), take refuge in his swamp. In order to reclaim his land, Shrek makes a deal with Lord Farquaad to rescue Princess Fiona (voiced by Cameron Diaz), who is locked away in a tower guarded by a dragon.

Shrek is accompanied by Donkey (voiced by Eddie Murphy), a fast-talking, optimistic donkey, and the duo embarks on a hilarious and action-packed journey. The film turns the traditional fairy-tale tropes upside down, with Shrek learning valuable lessons about love, self-acceptance, and the importance of friendship. Along the way, Shrek discovers that Fiona has a secret: she turns into an ogre herself at night. The movie emphasizes that beauty is in the eye of the beholder and that true love goes beyond appearances.

Puss in Boots (2011)

Directors: Chris Miller
Studio: DreamWorks Animation

Plot:
Puss in Boots is a prequel to the Shrek series, focusing on the iconic swashbuckling cat before he met Shrek. In this film, Puss (voiced by Antonio Banderas) is introduced as a charming, daring, and somewhat mischievous cat who embarks on an adventure to find the magic beans that lead to a giant’s castle in the sky. Along the way, he teams up with Humpty Dumpty (voiced by Zach Galifianakis), his childhood friend, and Kitty Softpaws (voiced by Salma Hayek), a quick-witted, agile cat who becomes his partner in crime.

Puss and his companions are searching for the magic beans, but they are also being pursued by a pair of dangerous criminals — Jack and Jill, who also want the beans for their own selfish purposes. As the story unfolds, Puss must confront his past and deal with the betrayal he faced from Humpty, who had once framed him for a robbery.

The film combines adventure, action, humor, and romance, with Puss in Boots learning about loyalty, redemption, and the true meaning of friendship.

Peter Rabbit (2018)

Director: Will Gluck
Studio: Sony Pictures Animation
Starring:

• James Corden as Peter Rabbit (voice)

• Rose Byrne as Bea McGregor

• Domhnall Gleeson as Thomas McGregor

• Sam Neill as Fergus McGregor

• David Oyelowo as the voice of a narrator

Plot:

The film follows Peter Rabbit (voiced by James Corden), a mischievous young rabbit who lives in the English countryside with his sisters, Flopsy, Mopsy, and Cottontail, and their cousin Benjamin Bunny. Peter is known for his cheeky and rebellious nature, always causing trouble. When their beloved home, a garden, is taken over by the strict and grumpy Thomas McGregor (Domhnall Gleeson), Peter and his family must fight to keep it safe.

The twist comes when Bea McGregor (Rose Byrne), the kind-hearted artist and Thomas’s aunt, becomes involved with the animals. Bea loves the rabbits and has a soft spot for Peter, even as Thomas grows increasingly frustrated with their antics. The rivalry between Thomas and Peter escalates, leading to a series of hilarious and chaotic events, as Thomas attempts to take back control of his garden and Peter goes to great lengths to outsmart him.

While Peter’s rebellious actions put him at odds with Thomas, he also begins to develop a deeper bond with Bea. The movie explores Peter’s growth and the balance between his mischievous nature and his responsibility toward his family and friends.

Penguins of Madagascar (2014)

Directors: Eric Darnell, Simon J. Smith
Studio: DreamWorks Animation

Plot:
In this 2014 spin-off film, the penguins — Skipper, Kowalski, Rico, and Private — go on an action-packed mission to stop the evil Dr. Octavius Brine (voiced by John Malkovich), a villainous octopus who is plotting world domination. Brine plans to use a secret weapon called the Medusa Serum to change the world, and the penguins must stop him before it’s too late. Along the way, they team up with a secret animal organization called The North Wind, led by the wolf Classified (voiced by Benedict Cumberbatch), to help them complete their mission.

The penguins — who are skilled in espionage, sabotage, and hand-to-hand combat — use their cleverness and teamwork to outsmart their enemies, while also facing some challenges along the way. The film combines action, humor, and the penguins’ unique personalities in a fast-paced adventure.

Finding Nemo (2003)

Director: Andrew Stanton
Studio: Pixar Animation Studios
Voice Cast:

• Albert Brooks as Marlin (the clownfish father)

• Ellen DeGeneres as Dory (the forgetful blue tang fish)

• Alexander Gould as Nemo (the clownfish son)

• Willem Dafoe as Gill (the leader of the aquarium fish)

• Geoffrey Rush as Nigel (the pelican)

Plot:

The film begins with Marlin, a clownfish, who is very protective of his only son, Nemo, after a tragic accident in which Marlin’s wife and other eggs are lost. Marlin and Nemo live in the Great Barrier Reef, and Marlin is especially cautious about Nemo, always warning him about the dangers of the ocean. One day, Nemo, eager to prove himself, swims too close to a boat and is captured by a scuba diver.

Marlin, determined to rescue his son, embarks on an epic journey across the vast ocean, encountering various challenges along the way. He is joined by Dory (voiced by Ellen DeGeneres), a forgetful but optimistic blue tang fish, who becomes his unlikely companion. Together, they travel across the ocean, meeting a host of colorful characters, including sea turtles, sharks, and jellyfish.

Meanwhile, Nemo is taken to a dentist’s office in Sydney, where he befriends a group of aquarium fish, led by Gill (voiced by Willem Dafoe), who hatches a plan to help him escape. While Marlin faces one obstacle after another, he grows through the experience, learning about bravery, trust, and the importance of letting go of his fears.

Tinker Bell (2008)

Director: Bradley Raymond
Studio: Walt Disney Pictures
Release: 2008

Plot:
In this film, Tinker Bell (voiced by Mae Whitman) is introduced as a young fairy who lives in Pixie Hollow, a magical world where fairies take care of nature. Each fairy has a unique talent, and Tinker Bell, who is originally from the Tinker Fairy group, has a special talent for fixing things. However, she struggles with the fact that she doesn’t quite fit in with the other fairies, who have talents related to nature (like water, animals, or flowers). Tinker Bell yearns to find her place and prove that her skill is just as valuable as the others.

In an attempt to prove herself, she tries to change her talent by borrowing items from other fairies, but this leads to unintended chaos. Through her journey, Tinker Bell learns the importance of being true to herself, the value of her talent, and the strength of friendship.

Ice Age (2002)

Director: Chris Wedge
Studio: Blue Sky Studios

Plot:
The first Ice Age film introduces us to Manny (voiced by Ray Romano), a grumpy woolly mammoth, who is traveling alone after the loss of his family. He meets Sid (voiced by John Leguizamo), a talkative and clumsy sloth who has been abandoned by his herd. Together, they come across Diego (voiced by Denis Leary), a saber-toothed tiger who initially plans to betray them but ultimately becomes their ally.

The group finds a human baby, Roshan, whose family has been separated due to the chaos of the changing ice age world. Despite their differences, the three animals — Manny, Sid, and Diego — band together to return the baby to its family. Along the way, they encounter various dangers, including wild animals and the harsh environment, but their bonds of friendship strengthen.