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Not gonna lie... I enjoyed it way more than I had any right doing. The movie has a lot of good humor and almost all of the verbal jokes land. The fact it also has some subtle dark humor jokes make it better, perfect example of putting adult comedy in a kids movie so parents can enjoy some of it. As well as getting see Slade Wilson fight the Titans again is a great time as well as great acting from Will Arnet and the veteran Teen Titans cast. The movie honestly shows it respects both the child and adult audiences with giving the kids something new and adults getting a hint of nostalgia in a new way.
- jacobmdmayer
- Dec 20, 2021
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Parents know that there is nothing quite like cartoons that amuse both kids AND adults. Teen Titans absolutely qualifies in our house - plenty of satirical references, lots of laughs, and multiple parody songs. It works on TV, and it works as a movie too. I'm semi-surprised that this 90 minute episode (because that's absolutely what this was) succeeded in theaters because it feels a bit more like a TV special...but it also feels like a TV special that is truly funny. I laughed throughout - sometimes chuckles and sometimes guffaws, but I was amused the whole time. Thanks, kids!
- cliftonofun
- Jun 7, 2019
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Have been a huge lifelong fan of animation, of all styles and decades, and my love for it hasn't wavered. In fact my love has actually gotten stronger and appreciate it even more, thanks to, as said many times, having gained a wider knowledge of it as my tastes broadened.
Will admit to feeling a bit nervous though before watching 'Teen Titans Go! To the Movies'. Despite above average to great reviews as we speak and an appetising concept, it was mentioned more than once that it was true to the show 'Teen Titans Go'. Being someone who hates that show quite strongly (not quite one of the worst animated shows ever, but it is another indicator of how it is so sad that Cartoon Network over the years has declined so drastically), that filled me with dread. Will say, am a fan of the 2000s 'Teen Titans' show, which 'Teen Titans Go!' is a slap on the face to. Seeing it as part of my quest to see as many 2018 films as possible, my reaction was actually that of pleasant surprise.
There are better examples of animation out there, but 'Teen Titans Go! To the Movies' is a huge improvement over 'Teen Titans Go!' with many of that show's flaws being corrected.
By all means, a few of the faults remain. Not all the jokes land, much of the writing has actually improved significantly but some of the jokes are juvenile and misplaced, there is a little toilet humour that the film could easily have done without because it really doesn't fit and makes one cringe.
Problems with pacing remain at times too, there are parts that are too hyper-active and rushed and a few parts drag.
Maybe a few too many characters as well, some more interesting than others and more screen time for some wouldn't have gone amiss.
However, the animation is a big improvement. It is more vibrant, more detailed, much smoother with more expression and nuance, imagination is also here too. The music, which actually was the only good thing about the show, is insanely catchy and atmospheric except it's placed even better and it's more inspired.
Juvenile humour aside, the vast difference for the better in the writing is evident. The dialogue is smart and with a lot of sharpness, tongue-in-cheek nature and wacky wit, and there are some thick and fast gags and fantastic references that are so much fun to recognise and enjoy, are affectionate and don't feel thrown in. It is fair to say to one should be familiar with what is being referenced and parodied so that full understanding makes it even more enjoyable, this is why adults will find there is actually something for them and the younger demographic may find themselves inspired to get acquainted.
Story is thin admittedly and can be rushed, but there are some nice surprises, a surprising intelligence, a bright and breezy nature and much more of a balance of comedy and drama, the former not going overboard and the latter not neglected (when apparent it doesn't get too sombre). On top of that there is an appealing charm and light-heartedness. All of this cannot be said for the show.
Characters are far more interesting and likeable, Robin has depth to him and while the other Teen Titans could have had more screen time a good job is done with Raven and Beast Boy too. The voice acting is great, Scott Menville and Tara Strong actually being well used this time and Will Arnett and Kristen Bell being worthy additions. Was surprised in a good way by Nicholas Cage, that casting should not have worked but somehow it did, working as slyly digging at Hollywood politics responsible for the failure of 'Superman Lives'.
Overall, didn't blow my mind but a more than worthwhile diversion that should help blow any troubles away. 7/10 Bethany Cox
Will admit to feeling a bit nervous though before watching 'Teen Titans Go! To the Movies'. Despite above average to great reviews as we speak and an appetising concept, it was mentioned more than once that it was true to the show 'Teen Titans Go'. Being someone who hates that show quite strongly (not quite one of the worst animated shows ever, but it is another indicator of how it is so sad that Cartoon Network over the years has declined so drastically), that filled me with dread. Will say, am a fan of the 2000s 'Teen Titans' show, which 'Teen Titans Go!' is a slap on the face to. Seeing it as part of my quest to see as many 2018 films as possible, my reaction was actually that of pleasant surprise.
There are better examples of animation out there, but 'Teen Titans Go! To the Movies' is a huge improvement over 'Teen Titans Go!' with many of that show's flaws being corrected.
By all means, a few of the faults remain. Not all the jokes land, much of the writing has actually improved significantly but some of the jokes are juvenile and misplaced, there is a little toilet humour that the film could easily have done without because it really doesn't fit and makes one cringe.
Problems with pacing remain at times too, there are parts that are too hyper-active and rushed and a few parts drag.
Maybe a few too many characters as well, some more interesting than others and more screen time for some wouldn't have gone amiss.
However, the animation is a big improvement. It is more vibrant, more detailed, much smoother with more expression and nuance, imagination is also here too. The music, which actually was the only good thing about the show, is insanely catchy and atmospheric except it's placed even better and it's more inspired.
Juvenile humour aside, the vast difference for the better in the writing is evident. The dialogue is smart and with a lot of sharpness, tongue-in-cheek nature and wacky wit, and there are some thick and fast gags and fantastic references that are so much fun to recognise and enjoy, are affectionate and don't feel thrown in. It is fair to say to one should be familiar with what is being referenced and parodied so that full understanding makes it even more enjoyable, this is why adults will find there is actually something for them and the younger demographic may find themselves inspired to get acquainted.
Story is thin admittedly and can be rushed, but there are some nice surprises, a surprising intelligence, a bright and breezy nature and much more of a balance of comedy and drama, the former not going overboard and the latter not neglected (when apparent it doesn't get too sombre). On top of that there is an appealing charm and light-heartedness. All of this cannot be said for the show.
Characters are far more interesting and likeable, Robin has depth to him and while the other Teen Titans could have had more screen time a good job is done with Raven and Beast Boy too. The voice acting is great, Scott Menville and Tara Strong actually being well used this time and Will Arnett and Kristen Bell being worthy additions. Was surprised in a good way by Nicholas Cage, that casting should not have worked but somehow it did, working as slyly digging at Hollywood politics responsible for the failure of 'Superman Lives'.
Overall, didn't blow my mind but a more than worthwhile diversion that should help blow any troubles away. 7/10 Bethany Cox
- TheLittleSongbird
- Aug 14, 2018
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TEEN TITIANS GO!!!! I walked into this movie not expecting much. This movie made me laugh the whole way through. It's a great movie with lots of references.
- Milk_Tray_Guy
- Jun 14, 2021
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I took my 10 and 8 year old to see the movie. They have been watching the show for years, and they loved the movie. As an adult who has seen the tv show a lot, I knew what to expect, and can say that I laughed a lot. Was it Oscar worthy? Probably not, but it was entertaining, and that's all that matters to us.
- jennyfussell
- Jul 26, 2018
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Let's think for a moment.... this film is predominantly aimed at children. So I asked my 10 year old what she thought
LOVE IT, LOVE IT, LOVE IT! I would defiantly see it again
From an adult point of view - I took 3 children (8,9 &10) who laughed all the way through it. I was entertained with the songs and wit and also the nostalgic references.
LOVE IT, LOVE IT, LOVE IT! I would defiantly see it again
From an adult point of view - I took 3 children (8,9 &10) who laughed all the way through it. I was entertained with the songs and wit and also the nostalgic references.
- tinkerbellflyin
- Aug 3, 2018
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I will say this. Teen titans go (The show) Is for little kids. I will say that. But the Teen titans go to the movies is actually kind of entertaining. And even some laughs for the family. 7/10.
- elikimbrell
- Jul 25, 2018
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As a comic book nerd and a Dad of kids who love the show as much as I do, I was thrilled when I found out they were making a movie. The wit, sarcasm and cameos from the DC and Marvel universe are awesome. Teen TItans Go to the movies is exactly what fans of the franchise want and need. My kids range from 6-14 and we had a great time. They laughed. I laughed. The entire theatre laughed.
- Cizzurp215
- Jul 27, 2018
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Teen Titans Go! To The Movies is a silly fun flick which has some clever meta humor. Walking into this I expected it to be a decent kids flick, and that's what I got but with a little bit more. Of course there are some childish grade school humor that does get very irritating, but it's a movie based on a TV show specifically made for freaking little children. Even with that kind of humor, I really enjoyed Teen Titans Go! To The Movies and recommend it. As it says in the title, it has the most hilarious last line I've ever seen in any movie since Caddyshack.
If you're looking for a fun time at the movies and don't want a plot quite as intense as mission impossible, I suggest you check this out. The irreverent humor and many references will keep even the most avid cynic of this show intrigued.
What this movie has that too many adult comedies lack is a heart. I was genuinely surprised that I actually cared about Robin's ups and downs throughout the movie due to the surprisingly well-written story. Yes, the movie has the occasional fart joke, but it's not overdone. In fact, the movie is quite aware that those types of jokes aren't for everyone, so it often utilizes them to make fun of itself.
It is at times a little predictable, but it has enough going for it that makes the story thematically consistent. It even references it's own cliches and predictableness in a funny way.
My only main complaint is the pacing. I think the main reason for this is that the story appears to have its conflict resolve, and it takes awhile for the story to pick up steam again.
Comedies can often get overly cynical, but this movie looks to appeal to the heart of the fanboy and dreamer in all of us and accomplishes it. Even if you don't like the movie, I suggest you stick around for the end credits scene because it's got something older fans can get excited for.
- sbusch-35048
- Jul 25, 2018
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It was different then Teen Titans Go! The humour was good, and the animation has improved. I advise you to see it!
- hauntedfiles
- Jul 26, 2018
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I have a strong feeling that all of the effort for this movie's source material went into this movie.
Teen Titans Go! To The Movies is an animated movie based on the hit CN show Teen Titans Go! It follows the Teen Titans as they are looking to get their own movie, but in order to be taken seriously, they need to have an archenemy. Eventually, they find a villain in Slade, voiced by Will Arnett.
I was pretty interested in this movie because the premise looked somewhat promising despite my distaste of the source material, Teen Titans Go! I went in a theater, and I can safely say that I really enjoyed the experience. I found the movie really funny. I was constantly laughing at the jokes, which was pretty surprising. I could not get myself to laugh at the actual tv show because I found it stupid and child pandering. But that's the thing, the directors of this movie know it, and embrace it for what it is. I mean when your movie opens up with a long fart joke and a stupidly so bad it's good rap song, you know what you're in for.
Something I also appreciate is that the Titans, mostly Robin, actually take their criticism from Jade to heart when she says that. This is partially why I prefer watching something like this than the actual source material; in it, the Teen Titans act half their age, which is apparently an attention grabber. Here, they show a more mature side and I'm genuinely impressed by that.
As enjoyable as this movie is though, I do have my criticisms for it. For one, the animation does look rather cheap for a theatrical animated movie. It's not as bad as Norm of the North; it's not computer animated, instead animated in Adobe Flash. The animation is technically a major step up from the source material. It's more fluid, more detailed and has that theatrical touch to it, but it also has its moments where the animation looks lazy and choppy in certain areas. I can't necessarily blame the movie for this however because the show's animation is regularly choppy.
The plot is all over the place at times, although I can understand why this is; the people behind the movie want it to be faithful to the source material. However, this doesn't necessarily excuse it in my eyes. The movie would continuously switch between its A and B plots and while they do link up by the end, it does make the movie somewhat hard to follow. There are also some filler moments, such as during a Back to the Future-ish reference, which I found really amusing by the way. It's funny and all, but in the longrun, it had nothing to do with the overall plot of the film.
Even with my complaints, I really did enjoy the movie, and even if you hate the show, I still would recommend seeing it since it's a large step up from its source material.
7/10
Teen Titans Go! To The Movies is an animated movie based on the hit CN show Teen Titans Go! It follows the Teen Titans as they are looking to get their own movie, but in order to be taken seriously, they need to have an archenemy. Eventually, they find a villain in Slade, voiced by Will Arnett.
I was pretty interested in this movie because the premise looked somewhat promising despite my distaste of the source material, Teen Titans Go! I went in a theater, and I can safely say that I really enjoyed the experience. I found the movie really funny. I was constantly laughing at the jokes, which was pretty surprising. I could not get myself to laugh at the actual tv show because I found it stupid and child pandering. But that's the thing, the directors of this movie know it, and embrace it for what it is. I mean when your movie opens up with a long fart joke and a stupidly so bad it's good rap song, you know what you're in for.
Something I also appreciate is that the Titans, mostly Robin, actually take their criticism from Jade to heart when she says that. This is partially why I prefer watching something like this than the actual source material; in it, the Teen Titans act half their age, which is apparently an attention grabber. Here, they show a more mature side and I'm genuinely impressed by that.
As enjoyable as this movie is though, I do have my criticisms for it. For one, the animation does look rather cheap for a theatrical animated movie. It's not as bad as Norm of the North; it's not computer animated, instead animated in Adobe Flash. The animation is technically a major step up from the source material. It's more fluid, more detailed and has that theatrical touch to it, but it also has its moments where the animation looks lazy and choppy in certain areas. I can't necessarily blame the movie for this however because the show's animation is regularly choppy.
The plot is all over the place at times, although I can understand why this is; the people behind the movie want it to be faithful to the source material. However, this doesn't necessarily excuse it in my eyes. The movie would continuously switch between its A and B plots and while they do link up by the end, it does make the movie somewhat hard to follow. There are also some filler moments, such as during a Back to the Future-ish reference, which I found really amusing by the way. It's funny and all, but in the longrun, it had nothing to do with the overall plot of the film.
Even with my complaints, I really did enjoy the movie, and even if you hate the show, I still would recommend seeing it since it's a large step up from its source material.
7/10
- catholiccontriversy
- Aug 24, 2018
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This movie is something truly beautiful. It's not the original Teen Titans, but it's also not the atrocity that is known as Teen Titans Go! It's something in between, and before the end credits started rolling, I was happy. I wasn't overly thrilled, but I was glad TTG was actually pretty good. However, that end credits scene.
I STARTED CRYING OH MY GOD THIS IS THE BEST THING EVER TO HAPPEN. I'm not going to give it away, but this movie is worth the watch for the end credits scene alone.
I STARTED CRYING OH MY GOD THIS IS THE BEST THING EVER TO HAPPEN. I'm not going to give it away, but this movie is worth the watch for the end credits scene alone.
- AllidoisWynne
- Jul 28, 2018
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Teen Titans is about Robin wanting to be in his one superhero movie. He also needs to face Slade at the same time.
Teen Titans was a good kid movie. Kids would love it. Not so much for anybody above 10. There was only a couple times that adults would enjoy this movie. It was really all about kids. The story was also too basic. Kids wouldn't care so that is why you see kids movies with basic stories. The animation was great for kids. The twist at the end was also great.
I would never watch this movie again only with kids or if other people haven't seen it.
Teen Titans was a good kid movie. Kids would love it. Not so much for anybody above 10. There was only a couple times that adults would enjoy this movie. It was really all about kids. The story was also too basic. Kids wouldn't care so that is why you see kids movies with basic stories. The animation was great for kids. The twist at the end was also great.
I would never watch this movie again only with kids or if other people haven't seen it.
- MovieBuff11732
- Aug 5, 2018
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Was the movie amazing? Of course not! It's a cartoon aimed at 5-10 year olds. It was predictable and tried to convey a good message. Still, it was an enjoyable, fun movie, with lots of jokes (most of which kind of fun!!!), and was an all-around great time waster. Don't try to take it seriously and you're in for a good time.
I decided to go see this movie because of the humor. It looked very self-referential, and seemed to poke fun at itself. I like movies like that, and supporting films based on TV shows. I wasn't a fan of the series, though I've seen a few episodes. This was tremendously entertaining, and furiously funny! The film is a brilliant satire of superhero movies, and makes fun of everything from Marvel and Warner Bros., to DC, itself. This is a very, very funny film, and in a day when so many superhero movies are so serious, this is a great palate cleanser. Highly recommended!
Given the TV show that this movie is based on, I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed it. Similar in the vein of The Lego Batman Movie, Teen Titans Go! To the Movies has a good time poking fun at superhero movies and DC in particular. While it doesn't quite have the heart of The Lego Batman Movie, the film still has plenty of wit and frenetic energy to make its brisk runtime fly by. There's a surprising amount of intelligence and clever jokes throughout. I encourage anyone hesitant to give this film a shot.
This movie was far better than expected. Funny as all heck. Robin's final line of dialogue into the camera will stay with me forever. I'm still laughing. Go see it!!
- reelwriter-184-668003
- Aug 2, 2018
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I can't believe i actually like this movie, i don't like the series but this movie is really good
The acting is really good the storry is good the characters are ok the animation is meh but other than that, this a really good movie and i really recommend this movie.
My kids have been big Teen Titans Go fans from the beginning - and this movie did not disappoint! True to the show, it's filled with hilarious songs and ridiculous plot twists. We laughed the whole time and couldn't stop talking about our favorite parts afterwards. Such a great family film!
- monkeyface52
- Jul 26, 2018
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- uqailmahari
- Nov 1, 2018
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Sorry, the jokes send a really bad message to young children. Fart jokes aren't a problem, and neither are silly situational jokes, but many of the other jokes were inappropriate for kids. If you want to be a superhero, take other superheroes who you think are less cool than you and ostracize them? There's another word for that, I think it's bullying. Running an animal over and making it into a funny joke? And those were just a few of the jokes that they were pushing. Someone said the jokes were geared towards adults. I think the adults who think they are funny are probably not very nice, and children need kind messages, not mean messages, if we want to correct a lot of the problems we have in society. Not cool. 1 star.