The Secret Life of Pets
Universal Pictures | Release Date: July 8, 2016
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DirtyDaveJul 9, 2016
Kids will love it, but lacks the creative humor I was hoping for in a Louis C.K movie. The cliche story gets boring in places with so many characters. Overall though, there were plenty of simple laughs and fun moments to keep it rolling
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AxeTJul 13, 2016
At least it's a great original concept for an animated feature unlike Pixar's latest, but unlike Pixar it doesn't have quite the usual level of cleverness they exhibit nor the heartfelt warmth of emotion that can get adults as well. This isAt least it's a great original concept for an animated feature unlike Pixar's latest, but unlike Pixar it doesn't have quite the usual level of cleverness they exhibit nor the heartfelt warmth of emotion that can get adults as well. This is mostly played for laughs though, laughs for the very young.
New York City has perhaps never looked more livably appealing in a movie with its shimmering Emerald City like epic glittering skylines and vivid colorful autumn setting. Unfortunately the story drags.… Expand
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nahtan1244Jul 23, 2016
I definitely enjoyed this one a lot more than i thought in fact it does not deserve a 6 rather a 6.5 but sense metacrtic won't let me do that oh well. Every character was well voiced.. Thats one of the things great animated movies bring isI definitely enjoyed this one a lot more than i thought in fact it does not deserve a 6 rather a 6.5 but sense metacrtic won't let me do that oh well. Every character was well voiced.. Thats one of the things great animated movies bring is well voiced characters. There was a funny nod to musical theater fans as well as few laugh out load moments. The climax will definitely make you cry and this movie is definitely illuminations best sense despicable me. The film does suffer from an uneven story focusing on max and the big does relationship, finding there way back home and a rabbit planning an uprising against all happily owned pet owners.I could have gone with just a buddy comedy type movie. This movie was good not as good as finding dory or even star trek but this film made me restore faith in illumination studios. lets hope sing is not a total dud… Expand
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pjthexdjJul 22, 2016
If you've seen the trailers, you already saw about 45% of what makes the movie good. Kevin Hart steals the show again, even if he's the smallest cartoon character in the movie. Great cast but story was missing something
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Rebecca31Jul 8, 2016
Have you ever gone to work and felt bad about leaving your pet at home? No? Well you will now. As far as animations go these days, this is good, original and more importantly it’s funny. Worth a watch, recommended if you’ve nothing else to do.
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LamontRaymondJul 8, 2016
I'm not a huge fan of "kiddie animation" (Pixar, etc.), but I enjoyed the characters here - love dogs & cats in general. But after a really fun beginning, this film gets a little too dark and pessimistic too quickly. It lost me. It rampedI'm not a huge fan of "kiddie animation" (Pixar, etc.), but I enjoyed the characters here - love dogs & cats in general. But after a really fun beginning, this film gets a little too dark and pessimistic too quickly. It lost me. It ramped up by the end, but I wasn't a fan of the movie in general. Love Kevin Hart, but this bunny character is grating.… Expand
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BrianMcCriticJul 9, 2016
While not as charming or as thought provoking as many really top notch animated features these days, The Secret Life of Pets is still a solid film that kids will really enjoy. B-
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derkonig6Aug 17, 2016
An ok movie,probably really fun for kids cause you know these kind of movies are made for kids not adults that gave it 1 cause they did not like it . Weak plot but it was an ok movie,the type of movie that you see on a bored sunday and itAn ok movie,probably really fun for kids cause you know these kind of movies are made for kids not adults that gave it 1 cause they did not like it . Weak plot but it was an ok movie,the type of movie that you see on a bored sunday and it get's you through it… Expand
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SeanVincentJul 9, 2016
With a striking similar plot of the first Toy Story with a tiny bit of Toy Story 2,we The Secret Life Of Pets.I am not saying that the movie is a huge rip-off,I think if it handled correctly we will notice it while watching but this film justWith a striking similar plot of the first Toy Story with a tiny bit of Toy Story 2,we The Secret Life Of Pets.I am not saying that the movie is a huge rip-off,I think if it handled correctly we will notice it while watching but this film just threw me off the cliff with it's horrible humor and annoying characters.Characters we don't care,they are just their that doesn't contribute to the plot and underdeveloped.The animation is okay their is a little bit creativity on it but overall the film didn't have anything special to deliver.Reused plot,messy characters,okay-ish animation and a horrible humor approach that makes you wonder "is this the people who made Despicable Me?". They are so many great animated films like zootopia,finding dory and kung fu panda 3.This movie falls on the category with angry birds but at least it's not bad as norm of the north and ratchet and clank.

courtesy to Graham43,Illumination studios started great with despicable me but they lower their quality after that,don't why maybe because their greed and how successful minions re no matter how stupid it is they will release a mediocre film without any effort to it… Expand
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Graham433Jul 8, 2016
Illumination Entertainment started off with movies like The Lorax and Despicable Me. The movies became lower in quality from Minions to Illuminations new feature film, The Secret Life of Pets. This movie has a pretty good cast so notIllumination Entertainment started off with movies like The Lorax and Despicable Me. The movies became lower in quality from Minions to Illuminations new feature film, The Secret Life of Pets. This movie has a pretty good cast so not enjoying the movie is sort of a let down, but not a surprise. Overall, Illumination does not make movies that are that great anymore.… Expand
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TokyochuchuSep 5, 2016
The Secret Life of Pets is a vaguely amusing animated movie. It has some cute characters and some funny scenes, but lacks the heart or meaning of Pixar's films.
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TheMetacritiqerJul 10, 2016
The kids will love it and the minions short at the beginning. It's cool seeing the great graphics. But don't expect a sequel. There isn't much more to say. For me it's just another movie. Now to get ready for Star Trek (please don't suck) beyond.
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PipeCJul 22, 2016
Toy Story With Pets

"The Secret Life Of Pets" does not obtain the reflective level of films from Pixar or Dreamworks, nevertheless , it can entertain at least most of the movie. The analogies with the "Toy Story" franchise are relevant,Toy Story With Pets

"The Secret Life Of Pets" does not obtain the reflective level of films from Pixar or Dreamworks, nevertheless , it can entertain at least most of the movie. The analogies with the "Toy Story" franchise are relevant, this causes the originality is reduced to a couple of jokes and an incredible animated landscapes, detailed with realistic, brilliant and vivid colors. Pets' Story' pretends to be a recycled version of the animation classic, same narrative theme, same characters, same relationships, worse results. Story is a sophistry - but, we knew its plot - however, the film benefits of the vastness of oral and visual jokes, the connection between the protagonists, its screenplay and its professional cast of voices to entertain children and amuse to adults.

Yarrow Cheney and Chris Renaud conceive an urban environment as compelling as soul of the pets, but the charm is inversely proportional until to fall in state of trance, in generic state, a linear state. It is a child product, but we cannot underestimate children, they need beneficial films and last production of Illumination does not offer it. Taking advantage of recurrent formulas and few surprises, the characters give life to the project, not with the same satisfaction of toys, nevertheless, they make sacrifices to achieve it.

Max (Louis CK) modestly lives with his owner Katie (Ellie Kemper) in a homey apartment in the center of Manhattan. What does Max do when Katie is not at home? Every morning, the adorable canine waits anxious and impatiently at the arrival of his owner, but he enjoys hour by hour with his friends of the building, other pets that do the same like Max; a self-centered and gluttonous cat called Chloe (Lake Bell), a distracted and grouch pug called Mel (Bobby Moynihan), a film bird and even a relaxed and unworried dachshund (Hannibal Burress). Ideal life for a domestic animal, unlimited food, friendly friends, a comfortable bed, a perfect owner, but what would happen if they aren't two plates of food, three plates of food at home?

Max has the drama of a only child, after Katie decided to adopt to Duke (Eric Stonestreet), a huge dog coffee; from there, the similarities with the film's toys are visible, two different beings who must join forces later a dispute between the two animals - I am amazed, it is the same premise -, they are defenceless in the real world, outside. Their enemies are a weak point which is added to the weaknesses of the film. The contrast of a cute white bunny (Snowball, Kevin Hart) with a wicked and vengeful rabbit is somewhat curious and very fruitful for the development, nevertheless, its ending is vain and unfinished, it did reduce consistency and weight to the story line.

Delicate it is observe that the prominence of the support characters was bigger than the main characters, as in the case of Gidget (Jenny Slate), madly in love for Max. She seeing that her platonic love does not return of the walk with his dog walker, she is alert and leaves to see her side most aggressive in order to rescue him, for this, she assembles one special squad and they take the path, an acceptable adventure. A girl in search of her lost brave prince, this plot works better than the 'copy and paste' from the main.

Illumination compensates for the lack of narrative originality with accustomed visual aspects of its movies, a sausage factory full of colors and charm curvatures, an alleyway with clothes hanging out on a rope and even sewers inhabited by stray animals are representations of the potential behind the minds of the company. Despite its visual magnetism and its auditory knowledge, it falls severely on the monotonous twists and predictable moments.

"The Secret Life Of Pets" wasted millions of opportunities, starting with a good story to tell; With what we saw, we wish that the life of our pets were a secret. Continuous laughs and sparkling graphics do not cover to the slow-paced of the film, nor vanish a history already narrated. It accomplishes the unique and poor function of a summer movie, entertain, nevertheless, we would have wished a product more beneficial. Pets had not to leave of their houses and their movie neither, one funny mistake but disappointing.… Expand
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gameguardian21Jul 17, 2016
With a plot very simar to toy story, the secret life of pets is just that, but for pets. The story was really rushed with things just going along as it goes on without it really devoloping anything. The characters are really undeveloped, IWith a plot very simar to toy story, the secret life of pets is just that, but for pets. The story was really rushed with things just going along as it goes on without it really devoloping anything. The characters are really undeveloped, I actually only remembered one of the characters names. Plus character motivation feels really rushed, and when it tries to get emotional, it just doesn't cut out what its trying to do. The animation though is still pretty good. And the humor is ok, some were cleaver, most of it though we seen before. Overall it's watchable, but very disappointing.… Expand
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AGeekNamedBobJul 9, 2016
SECRET LIFE OF PETS was bland and mostly humorless - although there are touches that lead to a few laughs; usually in the manner of incorporating the animals natural, normal actions; my focus being on the cats as I'm a catguy. Plotwise it's aSECRET LIFE OF PETS was bland and mostly humorless - although there are touches that lead to a few laughs; usually in the manner of incorporating the animals natural, normal actions; my focus being on the cats as I'm a catguy. Plotwise it's a retread of TOY STORY, with the a few additions. Unlike PIXAR'S classic, all the characters are one-note and without anything endearing to make them stick; and such we don't really care about them. Both the leads, Max and Duke, are **** - straight up. Woody and Buzz are both jerks, too but they have their reasons and their changes as they grow through the film(s). instead Max and Duke: "I hate you, I hate you. Hey you're alright. We're friends".It's almost like they found out their mom's names are both Martha. Doesn't help that they are voiced by Louis CK and Eric Stonestreet (two actors I normally like); both with rather droll voices. The other voice actors do just fine with what they're given: the standout being the continual stand out of Albert Brooks (with FINDING DORY makes him in two animated features right now). A problem is there is little energy; sequences that could be entertaining (such as some slapstick or Looney Tunes inspired bits) plod along. I feel a better edit, moving at a faster clip, would bring much more to the proceedings. On the weird end, there is a dusting of death to it all; it is continually threatened and even happens a few times, strange for such a light film. Finally in Bob Overthinks Things Corner: I question the level of sentience. Max doesn't know the name of a spoon but knows all sorts of tougher concepts and stuff he shouldn't' know if he spends all day looking at a door or playing with a ball. If the pets (and other animals) have sentience, why do they act in some ways? Why keep it hidden? Okay, one more final note: the MINIONS short before the film was just bloody awful. Uninspired and underwhelming. Prime example of how not to build humor and gags, they lean on "look a Minion with a leaf blower! hahahahaha!" and fail to build each part until a climax.… Expand
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BlackcompanyJul 21, 2016
Not as much a kid's movie as you might think.

Animations are top notch. Voice work is solid. And some of the animals are genuinely cute and funny. But this movie contains numerous references to death and killing. Violent, lustfulNot as much a kid's movie as you might think.

Animations are top notch. Voice work is solid. And some of the animals are genuinely cute and funny.

But this movie contains numerous references to death and killing. Violent, lustful glorification of killing surfaces on numerous occasions. Threats of death abound throughout the middle of the film. And while much of this is comedically over the top, I found myself concerned that much of the target audience is too young to recognize and make that distinction.

So be aware: If you're bringing your children to see this movie, I urge you to think twice about just how young a group you would want to see this film. Chances are...its not a movie for quite so young a crowd as you might think. Not to mention: The airing we took kids to see was seen by a daycare group at the same time, and I dont think I heard members of that group laugh more than two or three times throughout the entire film.

Really not as good as the trailers make it out to be, and the degree to which those same trailers took pains to leave out the numerous references to death, violence and glorified killing, I felt more deceived than entertained. I will think twice seeing anything this studio produces.… Expand
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TyranianMar 12, 2020
Mildly diverting with some good humour and competent animation but it's really not doing anything of note.
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SpangleFeb 10, 2017
Remember the awful scene in a Finding Dory, an otherwise good movie, where the animals all drive the truck? Ever want to see a full movie about animals walking the streets and driving vehicles? No? Well, too bad! Here is The Secret Life ofRemember the awful scene in a Finding Dory, an otherwise good movie, where the animals all drive the truck? Ever want to see a full movie about animals walking the streets and driving vehicles? No? Well, too bad! Here is The Secret Life of Pets, a largely cute and harmless slice of family entertainment with a too-good voice cast and good animation. Decently funny and likely the best film a five-year-old has ever seen, this one is yet another film from Illumination and my first time coming across their films. Largely disposable entertainment, it simply lacks the heart good animation needs to be more than just watchable for adults. Pixar gets this and so does Laika (from what I have seen). Sadly, this one is just a series of jokes with a disposable and cliched plot.

Fortunately, the voice cast really does liven this one up a lot. Louis CK, Ellie Kemper, Eric Stonestreet, Lake Bell, Kevin Hart, Jenny Slate, Albert Brooks, Dana Carvey, Hannibal Buress, Bobby Moynihan, and Steve Coogan, are all well-cast voice actors who deliver terrific roles. Hart's bunny may be a bit racist since Hart is black and the character is a street-wise gangster type, but regardless, he does the voice incredibly well. The rest of the cast is also quite strong, making the most of this paper thin plot. In particular, Steve Coogan's small roles were a real highlight and added great character to this film. Fortunately, these voice actors are also all quite adept with comedy and it shows, as each punchline really do hit quite well.

The talented voice cast is met with good animation that really captures the size and odd beauty of New York City incredibly well. Shots from across the river of the city skyline do look quite good, even if the animation is not some of the best around. It does the job well and looks okay, making it more than passable for children and adults alike.

Unfortunately, the plot is terrible and just a rip-off of Toy Story. I can deal with it being inspired by Toy Story, but it just rips it and every buddy comedy off from the very beginning. It never tries to innovate or become unique, instead opting to play it safe and put pop song band-aids over its open sores. This does become pretty annoying, even if the pop songs are poppy and the comedy works. It is impossible to look past entirely, though the plot will likely feel fresh and interesting young children, hence Illumination can get away with it, but as an adult who has seen more than three movies in my life, it does become overly predictable. A shame since the concept of giving an inside look at pets when their owners are gone is a cute idea for an animated family film. Unfortunately, it got the conveyor belt treatment.

Funny, cute, and disposable, The Secret Life of Pets is a marketing opportunity for Sing, PetSmart, YouTube, and more. It also gives a spot for the talented cast to show off their impeccable voice acting ability. While not a great - or even good - film, The Secret Life of Pets is fun and will make the whole family life and be entertained for a little over an hour (merciful length really, prayers to the parents who will have to watch this one weekly/daily).… Expand
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Compi24Jan 15, 2019
One of the first animated films I've seen in a while that actually has the audience's attitudes shift wildly in relation to the main characters. And that's not necessarily a good thing. Pick a character. Any character. Did I like themOne of the first animated films I've seen in a while that actually has the audience's attitudes shift wildly in relation to the main characters. And that's not necessarily a good thing. Pick a character. Any character. Did I like them consistently throughout the film? No. Did I dislike them consistently throughout the film? No. Did I end up liking them in the end? Most likely, but it's still a flawed system. There are a lot of prickly, jagged-edged ideas in play here -- ideas and concepts that we've honestly seen done much better in other films (see "Toy Story," "Zootopia," etc.) But it's honestly the intention, the overall sweetness of the ending, and the undeniably creative animation that won me over in the end, thus allowing Illumination to -- once again -- JUST skirt by, in my eyes.… Expand
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alsecJul 9, 2016
Generic and uninspiring. Wasn't so much a secret life of pets and more let's have an adventure movie. Stereotyped characters with little development. Had a couple funny moments but yawn inducing for a vast majority of the film.
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KooledudJul 31, 2016
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It was a good movie, but I didn't much care for it. The characters were done right, the animation was amazing, and some jokes were good. The issue to this movie was that the story felt unnecessary at some parts. The "Villain" (The Bunny) was bland, he was a bad guy in the beginning, then he was a good guy in the end which felt strange. After all, it's a good movie, but it's not my cup of tea. At least it's better than Ice Age: Collision Course and Norm Of The North.… Expand
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RalfbergsSep 5, 2016
I expected something much funnier here. I guess for kids it might be somewhat okay, even though not all of the movie is meant for kids. While the adult stuff (and it felt like trailer sold it that way, that adults might enjoy it too) wasI expected something much funnier here. I guess for kids it might be somewhat okay, even though not all of the movie is meant for kids. While the adult stuff (and it felt like trailer sold it that way, that adults might enjoy it too) was quite boring and I felt let down by most of it and the comedy it had wasn't that interesting. it was ok, but not lived up to my expectations.… Expand
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badgerryan19May 19, 2017
Overall I would say I enjoyed the movie. The movie definitely takes a page out to Pixar's Toy Story. The voice acting was great and everyone does a good job with there voice especially Louis C.K.as Max. The movie had some genuinely funnyOverall I would say I enjoyed the movie. The movie definitely takes a page out to Pixar's Toy Story. The voice acting was great and everyone does a good job with there voice especially Louis C.K.as Max. The movie had some genuinely funny moments. But I have to say the movie could of been a lot better but still good overall .… Expand
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Jess_HillSep 23, 2016
There are some fun moments here, and having a pet is probably an essential criteria for really enjoying this film; overall it's not as good as I was hoping, but better than I was expecting. The storyline plays out in a strange series ofThere are some fun moments here, and having a pet is probably an essential criteria for really enjoying this film; overall it's not as good as I was hoping, but better than I was expecting. The storyline plays out in a strange series of loosely connected moments, some of which were hilarious, and others which were confuse and unnecessary. The character design was excellent, and there were some nicely constructed action sequences. I'm not sure what age it's targeted at, I'd suggest from eight and up might enjoy it, though some themes might be problematic. In general, it's a fun film that's ok. 6.86/10… Expand
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EpicLadySpongeJul 8, 2016
Well, it might be... the biggest animated feature of July. Sadly, not much can be seen here. Just some random pets hitting the big screen, that's for sure. The Secret Life of Pets would indeed be my favorite animated movie for this month, butWell, it might be... the biggest animated feature of July. Sadly, not much can be seen here. Just some random pets hitting the big screen, that's for sure. The Secret Life of Pets would indeed be my favorite animated movie for this month, but it still needs to do a lot to get through that slick comedy especially if it's from Illumination Entertainment, which brought us Despicable Me, Hop, and The Lorax. Mark this as a must-see, but don't expect much out of it.… Expand
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JonZsuJul 10, 2016
Fluffy, cuddly and adorable pets are definitely the stars of the movie, with a good amount of comedic elements. However the story is highly predictable and not well-polished enough. It's like a kindergarten version of cuteness pageant. ThereFluffy, cuddly and adorable pets are definitely the stars of the movie, with a good amount of comedic elements. However the story is highly predictable and not well-polished enough. It's like a kindergarten version of cuteness pageant. There are no secrets in The Secret Life of Pets, which is ironic.… Expand
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TaborJul 15, 2016
The Secret Life of Pets is an interesting and very fun movie. Though this movie does suffer from Disney movie animation cliches. Even though this is made by Illuminations, creators of the minions movie (not too good). "Pets" would have been aThe Secret Life of Pets is an interesting and very fun movie. Though this movie does suffer from Disney movie animation cliches. Even though this is made by Illuminations, creators of the minions movie (not too good). "Pets" would have been a better adventure if it was a little bit longer. But, as always, the happy ending brings both great relief, and satisfaction. That is something that saves the movie entirely… Expand
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RobBob6197Aug 6, 2016
This feels like a gift you've been waiting for a long time, and when you get it, you feel a bit disappointed with it. Although, I wasn't expecting much from it. The premise didn't looked like anything new, it felt like Toy Story with pets.This feels like a gift you've been waiting for a long time, and when you get it, you feel a bit disappointed with it. Although, I wasn't expecting much from it. The premise didn't looked like anything new, it felt like Toy Story with pets.

Pros: The stunning animation, the soundtrack, some characters like Gidget and Snowball, decent and cute humor.
Cons: Generic plot and characters, some out-of-place moments.… Expand
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ThatMovieGuy420Aug 7, 2016
A good movie for the little ones but not for the grown ups. This movie has great colors and a great set of characters but no plot whatsoever. Some dialogues go off at some scenes, it's like the actors gave up. And also, some scenes happen toA good movie for the little ones but not for the grown ups. This movie has great colors and a great set of characters but no plot whatsoever. Some dialogues go off at some scenes, it's like the actors gave up. And also, some scenes happen to fast, I guess the animators gave up too. I think the only reason people watched is because of the minions short. What could have been a great movie turned to a money grab.… Expand
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AANickFanAug 10, 2016
First off, before the movie, they showed "Mower Minions". Just when I thought I could get away from minions. Anyway, the plot was solid, the movie was all around good, but despite that, it didn't feel satisfying. Some characters desperatelyFirst off, before the movie, they showed "Mower Minions". Just when I thought I could get away from minions. Anyway, the plot was solid, the movie was all around good, but despite that, it didn't feel satisfying. Some characters desperately needed character development, but there was none. Also, this movie did also have one egalitarian point. One of the decent animated movies out there, and if you can handle some poop jokes, this may be worth a watch if you have nothing else to do.… Expand
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alejandro970Sep 30, 2018
The plot is identical to Toy Story; the writer only did changed toys for pets. Could been better is not the leader of a pet uprising: a neurotic, pissing rabbit. I abbort the mission at minute 26.
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skeptic303Oct 24, 2016
The Secret Life of Pets is the breakout hit from the studio behind Despicable Me. It definitely looked good and I couldn't wait to see what they would do with the premise...but that's the problem, you see.
Any conflict that comes between MaxThe Secret Life of Pets is the breakout hit from the studio behind Despicable Me. It definitely looked good and I couldn't wait to see what they would do with the premise...but that's the problem, you see.
Any conflict that comes between Max and Duke in this movie is tossed into the desert after ten minutes and left as a test subject for the next generation thermonuclear warhead. Yep, they ditch the premise in favor of a very goofy caper that doesn't go far. Instead, Gidget becomes the best character in this movie...by a mile.
This is one of the first times (but not the last time) you'll hear me complain that they should have focused on the side character. It's as if they thought that the main characters shouldn't be too miserable or that the audience can't take the two dogs fighting over ownership and room space for more than the first ten minutes.
Other problems with this movie stem from the fact that its abandonment of the premise (which would have worked so well) makes this movie nothing more than a mainly generic kids movie. Given that I'm in a post-Inside Out world, I am really hoping for much better because it can be both great for kids and profitable in the long run. More specifically, I'm looking at good vs. evil elements, jokes, and other things that are associate with a standard kids movie. I appreciate this film's moments of brilliance and the vast entertainment that comes with this film, but entertainment can only help so much as it is exploited by standard blockbuster fare. Therefore, it is kind of disappointing to only lend this film a seal of mediocrity.… Expand
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StanKJan 28, 2017
Mediocre family weekend flick. It shares nice graphics and some jokes are neat. Others not so great. The plot is somewhat between straightforward and convoluted, but I can't call it particularly enjoyable. This movie could've been betterMediocre family weekend flick. It shares nice graphics and some jokes are neat. Others not so great. The plot is somewhat between straightforward and convoluted, but I can't call it particularly enjoyable. This movie could've been better written, clearly, and filtered to be more kid-friendly. But were it released a decade ago, all this would've been mandatory. Not today, I guess.… Expand
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GreatGatsbyFeb 1, 2017
The Secret Life of Pets is a cute movie for kids, but lacks the more mature appeal of other animated offerings. The films premise of pets living secret lives when their owners aren't home is unoriginal but fun, and the film provides a greatThe Secret Life of Pets is a cute movie for kids, but lacks the more mature appeal of other animated offerings. The films premise of pets living secret lives when their owners aren't home is unoriginal but fun, and the film provides a great deal of lives. The animation is very good and the movie is nice, but the appeal to older children and adults is not as apparent as other Illumination offerings and other offerings of the year. The kids will defiantly enjoy this film, but parts may make the adults cringe.… Expand
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LaskeudeungJan 26, 2017
Aslina ... biasa pisan. tapi beneran Kevin Hart satu2 nya pengisi suara yang punya kesan membekas. Satu - satunya karakter yang kuat ya si Kevin ini sebagai kelinci. Sisanya ... hambar. Plot datar, lucu kurang, judulnya yang punya premisAslina ... biasa pisan. tapi beneran Kevin Hart satu2 nya pengisi suara yang punya kesan membekas. Satu - satunya karakter yang kuat ya si Kevin ini sebagai kelinci. Sisanya ... hambar. Plot datar, lucu kurang, judulnya yang punya premis bagus kurang dieksploitasi.… Expand
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MonkiReviewsMay 27, 2017
This movie feels like the story lasts 15 minutes, the first 5 and the last 10 minutes are the only parts with a good story. The characters aren't that funny either. I expected more, but it wasn't terrible.
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SakataOct 6, 2018
"The Secret Life of Pets" even tries to deliver a good movie and even has nice qualities, but unlike other films from Illumination Studios, he ends up not overcoming his clichés aspects and ends up not showing as much fun as he could. Even"The Secret Life of Pets" even tries to deliver a good movie and even has nice qualities, but unlike other films from Illumination Studios, he ends up not overcoming his clichés aspects and ends up not showing as much fun as he could. Even so, it pays off.… Expand
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DerekReideApr 9, 2019
It wasn't what I thought it was going to be. Don't get me wrong, it was okay, but if Illumination kept on the actual secret life of when the owners were gone, then it would be much funnier.
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DawdlingPoetNov 27, 2021
As a kids film its fine - some nice CGI, some fun songs and hey, numerous cartoon animals, including, but of course, multiple cartoon dogs - whats not to like about that?! However, the basic story has been, pretty much, done to death and allAs a kids film its fine - some nice CGI, some fun songs and hey, numerous cartoon animals, including, but of course, multiple cartoon dogs - whats not to like about that?! However, the basic story has been, pretty much, done to death and all the rest of it, so its a 4 star rate from me on the basis kids will quite enjoy it but no more, as it isn't particularly memorable. I think I prefer All Dogs Go To Heaven but then thats because I grew up with that film and the plot is a bit different, so maybe its not really a fair comparison - still, CGI dogs, as I said before - whats not to love?!.… Expand
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