Pixar has always had a knack for taking quirky ideas and turning them into heart-warming cinematic journeys. With Hoppers, director Daniel Chong has done just that, delivering a wildly imaginative environmental adventure that blends great comedy, an emotional story, and that unique Pixar aesthetic.
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Yes, it borrows some familiar beats from past animated hits, but Hoppers isn’t shy about its influences. Instead, it leans toward them with a mischievous gesture and moves with playful, creative energy. And yes, the story is as funny and weird as it sounds.
When you have to be a ‘beaver’ to save nature
At the center of the story is 19-year-old Mabel (Piper Kurda), a passionate environmental activist. Mabel grew up in the city of Beaverton and loves the woods where her grandmother used to take her as a child.
Years later, Mayor Jerry (Jon Hamm) plans to destroy the forest for a highway project. To stop this, Mabel enlists the help of a machine that can transfer human consciousness into animal bodies.
Here enters Dr. Sam (Kathy Najimy), who has invented the ‘hopping’ technique. Soon Mabel finds herself in the body of a robotic beaver and infiltrates the forest ecosystem to protect it from the humans.
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A forest full of personalities
As Mabel enters the animal world, the film’s energy multiplies. He is inducted into a vibrant community led by George (Bobby Moynihan), King of the Jungle.
George (Beaver King): Moynihan’s performance is excellent. His George is a quiet, slightly sad but very deep character, who tries to save his society from chaos.
Animal Council: The animals in the film have their own ‘political council’, where fights over petty issues are hilarious.
Action and Comedy: A scene in which the birds carry a ‘Great White Shark’ across the highway is a good example of the film’s wild humor.
The emotional magic of Pixar
Beneath all the satirical comedy, ‘Hoppers’ carries a serious message about cooperation, environmental responsibility and finding common ground.
This film will at times remind you of the emotional magic of ‘Inside Out’. Especially some moments that can make the audience emotional like the disappearing scene of ‘Bing Bong’. Pixar has proven once again that they know when and how to touch the emotions of the audience.
Conclusion: Not Pixar’s best, but still good
While ‘Hoppers’ may not reach the heights of classic films like ‘Toy Story’ or ‘Inside Out’, it is one of the most entertaining and imaginative films in Pixar’s catalogue.
Daniel Chong has created an adventure that is filled with humor, irony and a touch of solidarity. ‘Hoppers’ is lively, imaginative and just the right amount of ‘weird’.