Robin Robin

Animated tale of a bird raised by mice.

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About Robin Robin

Released: 2021

Platform: Netflix

Rating: G

Run time: 32m

Cast
Bronte Carmichael, Richard E. Grant, Gillian Anderson, Adeel Akhtar, Amira Macey-Michael, Tom Pegler, Endeavour Clutterbuck, Megan Harris

About Robin Robin

Robin Robin is a 2021 animated musical adventure film produced by Aardman Animations. It falls under the Kids genre and tells the heartwarming story of a young robin who was accidentally raised by a family of mice. The movie explores themes of belonging, identity, and the courage to follow one's own path.

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About

The film follows the journey of Robin, a young robin who hatches from her egg in a nest of mice. Despite her differences, Robin grows up with her mouse siblings and is taught to act like a mouse. However, Robin's desire to fly and join the other birds becomes stronger over time.

Driven by her determination, Robin embarks on a daring adventure to discover her true identity. Along the way, she meets various creatures and learns valuable lessons about friendship, acceptance, and finding one's place in the world.

The unique blend of animation, storytelling, and music in Robin Robin creates an enchanting experience for both children and adults, addressing universal themes with humor and heartfelt emotion.

Making / Production

Robin Robin was produced by Aardman Animations, the renowned animation studio behind other popular films like Wallace and Gromit, Chicken Run, and Shaun the Sheep Movie. The film combines traditional stop-motion animation techniques with modern digital technologies to create its visually stunning world.

The team of talented animators, artists, and filmmakers at Aardman brought the characters and environments of Robin Robin to life with meticulous attention to detail and craftsmanship. The production process involved intricate puppet making, set design, and the use of advanced computer-generated imagery (CGI) to enhance the visual aesthetics.

Actors

  • Richard Ayoade as Magpie - The mischievous magpie who guides Robin on her journey.
  • Bronte Carmichael as Robin (Young) - The young robin who was raised by mice and longs to find her place among the birds.
  • Richard E. Grant as Dad Mouse - The loving father figure of the mouse family who raises Robin as his own.
  • Gillian Anderson as Mom Mouse - The caring mother figure of the mouse family.
  • Adeel Akhtar as Evergreen - A compassionate squirrel who helps Robin along her path.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

  • Robin Robin marks Aardman Animation's first foray into the musical genre.
  • The film features original songs written by the talented musical duo, The Last Skeptik and Jane Horrocks, who also voiced the character of Robin.
  • The animation team spent months perfecting the movements of the characters to create a seamless blend of puppetry and CGI.
  • The story of Robin Robin is inspired by the Aardman Animation short film, "Robin," which was released in 2016.

Awards

As of now, Robin Robin has not received any notable awards, but it has received critical acclaim for its animation, storytelling, and musical elements.

Quotes

  • "Even though you're a bird raised by mice, there's no mouse quite like you." - Dad Mouse
  • "Fly, Robin, fly! Spread your wings and touch the sky." - Magpie
  • "Belonging is not about fitting in. It's about knowing who you are." - Evergreen

Music / Soundtrack

The music in Robin Robin plays a significant role in conveying the emotions and enhancing the storytelling. The film features a wonderful original soundtrack composed by The Last Skeptik and Jane Horrocks. The songs are catchy, heartfelt, and beautifully performed by the talented cast.

The soundtrack includes songs such as:

  • "Fly, Robin, Fly"
  • "Where Do I Belong?"
  • "Wings of Dreams"
  • "A Family of Mice"

With its endearing characters, charming animation, and heartwarming story, Robin Robin is a delightful and memorable film for kids and families. It teaches valuable lessons about self-discovery, acceptance, and the importance of being true to oneself.