Madagascar is a great pick for any family movie night, and contains relatable and positive themes for younger audience members.
Not every performance is amazing, and not every sub-plot pays off, but the overall experience is light and enjoyable. Whether you’re a kid or an adult, there’s something in this movie that will make you chuckle or smile.
Overall, Madagascar is a straightforward story that works well for all audiences. It’s a story that never bites off more than it can chew, which is a problem a lot of modern animated films have. Secondary characters like the penguins and lemurs keep the main story funny and refreshing, while the more serious plight of the main group acts as the focal plot. This vibrancy is shown off in the visuals of Madagascar as well, which are often colorful and well-designed. The characters are all very personable, and the voice-acting matches the squad of excitable and energetic animals. The result is a charming and memorable adventure that is both a fish-out-of-water story and a tale of friendship through times of adversity.
Noticing an opportunity to side with a seemingly harmless lion, the lemurs attempt to use the group as their protection. Once best friends, the pair quickly become frustrated with each other as the situation grows direr.Įlsewhere on the island, a group of lemurs led by King Julien (Sasha Baron Cohen) is in a never-ending battle with the predatory “foosas” that hunt them down. Not everyone is pleased with the situation, especially Alex, who blames Marty for the whole situation. Through a series of unfortunate yet comedic events, the group of zoo animals finds themselves stranded on the tropical island of Madagascar, miles upon miles from New York. When Marty finds out that the penguins are planning a breakout, those dreams become much more tangible. The group is all celebrating the birthday of Marty (Chris Rock), a zebra who has dreams of life outside the zoo. The sassy hippo Gloria (Jada Pinkett Smith) swirls in her pool, while the hypochondriac giraffe Melman (David Schwimmer) worries about his many potential illnesses. Alex the Lion (Ben Stiller) relishes his place as king of the zoo, while his friends enjoy their spots on the sidelines. Madagascar begins in New York City at the Central Park Zoo, where a group of animals is preparing for another busy weekend.
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