About Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Road Chip (HBO)

Released in 2015, "Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Road Chip" is a delightful blend of animation and live-action comedy. The story follows the three chipmunk brothers - Alvin, Simon, and Theodore who set off on a road trip to Miami to stop their guardian, Dave, from getting engaged, eventually leading them to some unexpected incidents and adventures.

Making / Production

"Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Road Chip" is the fourth film in the Chipmunks series, directed by Walt Becker. The production is an impressive combination of live-action elements juxtaposed with high quality CGI animations, giving life to the furry protagonists.

Actors

• Jason Lee as Dave: The chipmunks’ exasperated, yet loving, guardian who is unwittingly at the centre of their road trip.
• Justin Long as Alvin: The mischievous de facto leader of the group, brought to life through a combination of CGI and Long’s voice acting talents.
• Matthew Gray Gubler as Simon: The intelligent, bespectacled chipmunk, who often has to steer his brothers out of trouble.
• Jesse McCartney as Theodore: The innocent and sweet-natured chipmunk, who often provides the emotional heart of their adventures.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• This is the first film in the series not directed by Janice Karman.
• The film was shot in both Georgia and California.
• This is the least grossing film in the series.

Awards

The film did not win any major awards.

Quotes

• "I've always found the best way to get rid of a pain in the neck is to just run away from it." - Alvin
• "In the words of the great philosopher, Socrates: I am totally unprepared for this." - Simon
• "The trick to not feeling cheated is to learn how to cheat." - Theodore

Music, Soundtrack

• "Juicy Wiggle (Munk Remix)" by Redfoo feat The Chipmunks
• "South Side" by The Munks
• "Iko Iko" by The Chipmunks
• "Uptown Funk" by The Chipmunks and The Chipettes