Movie Review: The Wild Robot 

Directed by Chris Sanders 

5 Star 

The Wild Robot follows Roz, a highly advanced robot that ends up stranded on an island after a severe storm. She creates an accidental bond with a baby goose and cares for it with the help of the various animals on the island. Together, Roz and these animals face the ups and downs of animal life, as well as outside forces they didn't ever imagine they would encounter.   

Longneck: "He has a chance if where his wings end, his heart can pay the balance."  

The Wild Robot was heartwarming and heartbreaking all at once, with incredible dialogue, humour, animation, and most of all, it made you really feel something. Personally, what really stood out to me, other than the main theme of the sacrifice and love of parents, was overcoming your personal biases for the greater good of society and the fact that you can achieve whatever you put your mind to, even when it seems impossible. Also, not many children's movies highlight the sacrifice and unconditional love that a parent has, so it caught me by surprise, but it was very heartwarming and nice to see. I found this to be a great example of how children's movies should be, where the plot and dialogue are easy to follow; however, the themes remain very deep and impactful, yet easy to understand so that people of all ages can enjoy it. I also reflected on the theme that was developed throughout the movie, that sometimes you feel like you don't belong because you're meant to do so much more than simply belong, you're meant to stand out and lead others. 

Reviewed by Hafsah 

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