By Aidan Hernandez
What would you do if you had been born with nine lives, but you had already died eight times? The animators behind Puss In Boots: The Last Wish take a look at this “deep” philosophical question while managing to turn out what may be the best animated movie of the past year. Directed by Joel Crawford and animated by DreamWorks Studios, the movie was released into theaters in December.
Early in the movie, Puss in Boots has an encounter with a strong wolf (Wagner Moura) and barely escapes with his ninth (and presumably final) life still intact. After this experience, he decides to go into retirement to escape death.
Soon thereafter, he learns about a magic star that grants one wish to anybody who can find it. So, he and his friend, Kitty Softpaws, join up with Goldilocks and the Three Bears and go out to find the star. While all of this is happening, Puss in Boots is also running from “Death” (AKA the Big, Bad Wolf) who is watching his every move, waiting from for an opportunity to kill him.
The movie’s cast includes an all-star lineup that includes Antonio Banderas (Puss in Boots), Salma Hayek ( Kitty Softpaws), and Florence Pugh ( Goldilocks). The movie features extensive and creative storytelling and messaging, amazing performances, and vibrant visuals and artwork.
In all seriousness, the movie does deal with one very important message: the importance of living your life to the fullest. This movie is a fun time for kids and deals with messages that connect with the entire audience. Overall, Puss in Boots:The Last Wish is a fun time for the whole family and well worth the time and the cost of admission.
