Kung Fu Panda 3
Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation | Release Date: January 29, 2016
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HollabackatchaJan 15, 2017
For a fan of the series, this movie is quite awkward. The interactions between the characters, the fight scenes, the ending are all quite awkward. If you compare the fight scenes from Kung Fu Panda and Kung Fu Panda 2 to this movie, there isFor a fan of the series, this movie is quite awkward. The interactions between the characters, the fight scenes, the ending are all quite awkward. If you compare the fight scenes from Kung Fu Panda and Kung Fu Panda 2 to this movie, there is less humor and more drama. Po is in a state of bewilderment (I won't say what for) for most of the film. The movie does tie sections of Kung Fu Panda and Kung Fu Panda 2 together, but does so abruptly rather than cleanly. The villain character's personality and backstory is less sophisticated than the one in Kung Fu Panda and Kung Fu Panda 2 and their dialog doesn't tie in with Po's humor as well. Overall, Kung Fu Panda 3 can be your answer to questions from the first two films, but don't expect the answers to be sophisticated or fluent throughout the movie.… Expand
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5
SrPepeMar 3, 2018
Es una película que no logra superar a las anteriores, espero no salga una nueva.
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6
EludiumQ36Jul 23, 2016
The Kung Fu Panda film franchise is great overall, but with this one I felt they (producers/writers) were more preachy than before. Let's first examine the secret panda village, which was lazily modeled after the Shangri-La from JamesThe Kung Fu Panda film franchise is great overall, but with this one I felt they (producers/writers) were more preachy than before. Let's first examine the secret panda village, which was lazily modeled after the Shangri-La from James Hilton's "Lost Horizon". Not much diversity there, only pandas, but it was paradise so that's a cultural message of homogeneity being more advantageous - and that's, um, un-American. And then there's the bio-father and adoptive/step-father awkwardness which resolves with their teaming - so there's another preachy moment about how multiple parents should partner rather than compete. And then in the end, Po doesn't prevail due to his own inner strength but the strength derived from the combined spiritual (ugh) efforts of his family and friends. I didn't see a producer credit listed for Hillary Clinton but jeez, how "It Takes a Village" obvious can you get?! And finally, Po does the Neo into Agent Smith possession thing from "The Matrix Revolutions" - no messaging there, just another example of cinematic plagiarism. I think we all would prefer more entertainment and less "cultural messaging" (and plagiarism) from the cretins in Hollywood.… Expand
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4
CandyVAJan 30, 2016
Kinda dumb and entertaining in fits and spurts, here and there, but none of the coherent story and satisfying plot of the original movie. Tries very hard to strike a sentimental, warm and fuzzy feel, but it comes off too much like aKinda dumb and entertaining in fits and spurts, here and there, but none of the coherent story and satisfying plot of the original movie. Tries very hard to strike a sentimental, warm and fuzzy feel, but it comes off too much like a disjointed in-school cartoon to teach first graders self esteem by being themselves. Like a stereotypical Chinese meal, leaves you hungry for more substance and not very filling.… Expand
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OsoamigableFeb 3, 2016
Just mediocre.
It was a mediocre plot, mediocre fights, mediocre characters, although animated quite well, it was basically the installment nobody wanted, yet they did it anyways, it was just so predictable, the characters were bland andJust mediocre.
It was a mediocre plot, mediocre fights, mediocre characters, although animated quite well, it was basically the installment nobody wanted, yet they did it anyways, it was just so predictable, the characters were bland and unintresting, extremely cheesy. I'm not panning it just because the animation was, as I said earlier, very well done, but I'd just rather watch the first movie (the only one that was actually decent, it's a 6/10)
Recommended for fans of the series and maybe for parents that want to take their kids, but they won't enjoy it much.… Expand
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poewilsonOct 5, 2017
It is part 3 of an animated film that should be enough to tell you the level of quality you shall see. It has the cash in quality of any animated part 3 or direct-to-DVD product out there. There is no story or pacing. The voice cast of theIt is part 3 of an animated film that should be enough to tell you the level of quality you shall see. It has the cash in quality of any animated part 3 or direct-to-DVD product out there. There is no story or pacing. The voice cast of the originals show up for two or three lines and then vanish simply to obey their contracts. It is one of the most overly used story lines in the genre and one just simply has to roll with the punches hoping your children laugh. It is a cash in and you are watching it for your children or something in that regard. Any other reason other than that leaves to me ask then why are you watching this?… Expand
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6
klkevinklMay 31, 2016
Kung Fu Panda 3 is a good follow up to Kung Fu Panda 2, further developing the world and its characters. It also marks an end of a trilogy and even brings back numerous old characters. The story itself focuses on the development of Po as theKung Fu Panda 3 is a good follow up to Kung Fu Panda 2, further developing the world and its characters. It also marks an end of a trilogy and even brings back numerous old characters. The story itself focuses on the development of Po as the Dragon Warrior once more as he attempts to become the teacher of the Furious Five. The trademark humor of the series is back. The fight scenes are good and there are some comedic elements in the fights as well though this film seems to treat itself a little more seriously than the others.

The problem I have with this movie is that it feels like it's almost a repeat of Kung Fu Panda 2, but replacing the Warrior of Black and White with the Dragon Warrior. Po figured out who he really was at the end of Kung Fu Panda 2, but it feels like he no longer understands himself again in Kung Fu Panda 3 rather than learn to be a good teacher.… Expand
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5
TyranianApr 7, 2019
Not nearly as funny or clever, kfp3 is a step down and bad sign for franchise.
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6
TrilobiteGJul 9, 2016
Overall, it's not harmful or eye-rolling or cringey at all. Kung fu panda was never about that, you will find entertainment in this for certain. However it's just not particularily memorable or intriguing to say the least.
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5
diogomendesMar 23, 2016
As expected, this movie was inferior to its predecessors, making it a very mediocre output in DreamWork's track record. Maybe entertaining for the little kids, but not so much for the more matured. I didn't laugh more than five times duringAs expected, this movie was inferior to its predecessors, making it a very mediocre output in DreamWork's track record. Maybe entertaining for the little kids, but not so much for the more matured. I didn't laugh more than five times during my viewing of this film, and yep, that is a pretty bad signal. Having in consideration that Kung Fu Panda 3 was relying on slapstick and cheap humor every minute and then - even with the non-Po related scenes - it's really sad to see this kind of work being this dull, especially when Jack Black is voicing a dork, big panda and J.K. Simmons the bad guy. If something, that allowed for some great casting choice. Some of the actors meant to portray the rest of the Furious Five were underused, per usual, leaving the fantastic Bryan Cranston as Po's biological father to do the heavy lifting. His performance wasn't stellar, but he did good given the material involved.

The plot is thinner and a stupid excuse to show off more bright animation, but even the latter didn't stand out quite as much as it did in previous installments. The fight scenes looked more like concept arts than real animation, which I deeply loathed. Logically, this movie is necessary, but if the plot is something like: "Bad guy wants to destroy character X because he adores power", then you know what you're getting into. It sounded really vague and not in the least interesting.

The comedy is repetitive, the plot is half-baked, and really there isn't anything worth mentioning besides the cast and animation. There few laughs in the theater I was in, and some moments of dullness. It's rare but I almost fell asleep during it. Almost. Watching a panda cracking jokes and going from one place to another is not my idea for entertainment. But then again, who cares? It is a movie made for children.

Final Score: 5/10… Expand
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6
REAPER007Apr 23, 2016
This is just a shade of its previous self. And I mean the 1 part. It was astonishing. Than it rolled down to the 2 part and eventually the 3. The atmosphere doesn't feel like it used to be. And even the music of Hans Zimmer can't save theThis is just a shade of its previous self. And I mean the 1 part. It was astonishing. Than it rolled down to the 2 part and eventually the 3. The atmosphere doesn't feel like it used to be. And even the music of Hans Zimmer can't save the situation just because it is NOT THAT GREAT AS IT USED TO BE!… Expand
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TJAWMar 25, 2017
Kung Fu Panda 3 is best described as a delightfully goofy and good-hearted but rather unbalanced jumble of ideas. However, considering how excellent the first two installments were (especially the first one), it's a shame to have to call itKung Fu Panda 3 is best described as a delightfully goofy and good-hearted but rather unbalanced jumble of ideas. However, considering how excellent the first two installments were (especially the first one), it's a shame to have to call it that. The central problem with KFP3 is that it has no sense of discipline, which is ironic given the fact that the art of kung fu requires that. This movie has way too many juvenile jokes, silly side-characters and random scenes that don't fit into the film, and all of this undermines its wholesomely poignant core. Too often the film jumps from touching and deep to ridiculous, self-parodying nonsense, back and forth. Some jokes in the film are even repeated numerous times. One in particular, a young panda called Lei Lei saying "stripey baby", is overused to such an alarming extent that after a while it starts to hurt. Am I just nitpicking? Probably, because this a still a decent family film. The animation's great, the music's great, the action scenes are great, Jack Black's vocal performance is once again spot-on, the villain is awesome. But having said all of this, it's still an overly hectic, uneven disappointment in comparison to the first two films. A fun, lovable romp for kids, though.… Expand
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6
MattBrady99Apr 22, 2016
Kung Fu Panda 3 dose deliver on being a lighthearted movie for the family, but brings nothing new to the table.

The animation is visually beautiful with it's lively colors that can leave anyone in awe. All the cast did a terrific jobKung Fu Panda 3 dose deliver on being a lighthearted movie for the family, but brings nothing new to the table.

The animation is visually beautiful with it's lively colors that can leave anyone in awe. All the cast did a terrific job voicing their characters and Hans Zimmer score was amazing. The movie itself has such a sweet and positive energy to it that it's hard not to have a smile your face while watching it. Unfortunately the story is a bit scattered and some of humor didn't really do it for me.… Expand
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badgerryan19May 19, 2017
Great animation. Jack Black really brings Po to life, and Bryan Cranston as Li. Hilarious at points and great voice acting. Interesting story, but it is a bit generic. That doesn't takeaway the fact that it's still a great film.
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5
RobBob99Nov 17, 2016
Being a big fan of the first two installments, I do think that this was a major step down for the franchise. Being aimed more for the younger audience this time around, it wasn't a bad movie. It had some good laughs, bright colors and Po'sBeing a big fan of the first two installments, I do think that this was a major step down for the franchise. Being aimed more for the younger audience this time around, it wasn't a bad movie. It had some good laughs, bright colors and Po's continuous story arc was interesting enough but didn't end up hooking me like the first two.… Expand
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5
FuturedirectorMar 18, 2016
Kung Fu Panda III shows a great sequel, talented cast and an interesting story. Sadly, the story-telling is boring, unremarkable characters and, of course, Po and his friends are back, with nothing interesting to tell to the audience.
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Antgiog1202Apr 29, 2016
Kung Fu Panda 3 is the third installment of it's franchise. There were things that I liked and there were things that I didn't like about the film. What I liked about it was there were terrific voice acting performances by most of the actors.Kung Fu Panda 3 is the third installment of it's franchise. There were things that I liked and there were things that I didn't like about the film. What I liked about it was there were terrific voice acting performances by most of the actors. It's animation was beautifully crafted -- as usually -- and that is what I loved the most about this film. In addition, the score of Hans Zimmer was fantastic; it made the movie a whole lot more fun and exciting.

What disappointed me was many things. How Po's character changed from this mature, funny panda into a more adolescent type of panda. It kinda took away the seriousness the film poccesses at certain points which was conflicts with the new antagonist, Kai. The other thing is that the jokes fall flat. I didn't really laugh as much as I did with other two films. There were a few giggles now and then; but I cracked up on the other films. This was due to the unnecessary fast pace of the film.

Kung Fu Panda is a good movie; but not better than the originals.

Rating: 6/10

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JonZsuJun 26, 2016
Kung Fu Panda is adorable, hilarious and fun. However, taking the whole series to consider, you can easily feel the stories are getting less and less innovative. Po has been re-discovering himself for 3 movies, no consistency whatsoever;Kung Fu Panda is adorable, hilarious and fun. However, taking the whole series to consider, you can easily feel the stories are getting less and less innovative. Po has been re-discovering himself for 3 movies, no consistency whatsoever; every movie has the same storyline that's getting boring. It screams for some creativity.… Expand
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JonahnatJul 22, 2016
The Story - 6/10
Overall more comedic based than action which is not really a good thing
The Animation - 10/10
Just wow
The Characters - 5/10
Not really enjoyable to watch them do there things.

Kung Fu Panda 3 - 6/10
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NolanLundgaardAug 24, 2018
The Kung Fu Panda saga grows in animation quality with the third installment, but sadly, that’s about it. I wanted to like it more than I did, but 3 is a little too cheesy, cliché, predictable, and makes too little sense to be as good as theThe Kung Fu Panda saga grows in animation quality with the third installment, but sadly, that’s about it. I wanted to like it more than I did, but 3 is a little too cheesy, cliché, predictable, and makes too little sense to be as good as the first two. The story is weaker, and some of the humor is off. The villain, Kai, is okay, but has neither the energy of Tai Lung nor the creepiness of Shen that made them such great characters. Kung Fu Panda 3 isn’t a terrible movie, but it was a little disappointing.… Expand
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sebastianaliJun 14, 2021
Kung Fu Panda 3 es muy inferior a las anteriores. Todo lo que se cuenta, el villano, los personajes viejos y nuevos, la historia, es bastante mediocre y aburrida. Hace mucho que no me duermo al ver una película. Me ha decepcionado bastante,Kung Fu Panda 3 es muy inferior a las anteriores. Todo lo que se cuenta, el villano, los personajes viejos y nuevos, la historia, es bastante mediocre y aburrida. Hace mucho que no me duermo al ver una película. Me ha decepcionado bastante, en especial viendo que las dos anteriores tenían mucho potencial me esperaba mas de esta tercera entrega.… Expand
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