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danjakubikJul 25, 2011

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I remember seeing this movie many times during it's summer 1988 theatrical release. I was much impressed and agreed it was deserving of it's critical rave reviews. Rarely does a film present such a sophisticated mix of style, technique, imagination and originality. The concept was simple: combine live action with animation, which was already done before, not so convincingly. Here's a case where the sum truly is greater than it's parts. A rather ordinary live action film is combined with traditional cell animation, in ways that were never seen before in cinema. These many individual techniques already existed, however no one took the time or trouble to put them all together before this film. Besides the realism of the live action and animated world interacting with each other, this film represented another historic first. It was the first time well known classic cartoon characters such as from Disney, Warner Brothers and other studios ever appeared together in a film. This was to be the last time Mel Blanc supplied the voices for so many famous and beloved Warner Brothers cartoon characters, such as Bugs Bunny. This is truly an inspired film in many ways. Unique, highly entertaining, influential and amazing, for children and adults of all ages. Masterfully done.… Expand

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EssenceOfSugarOct 15, 2011

I see no reason not to like this film, it's uproariously funny, with plenty of memorable scenes and quotes to keep you going for ages. Each and every character are suited to their roles, perfectly picked, as a film, you have to have aI see no reason not to like this film, it's uproariously funny, with plenty of memorable scenes and quotes to keep you going for ages. Each and every character are suited to their roles, perfectly picked, as a film, you have to have a particular set of actors and actresses to play certain people, or voice cartoon people and animals, otherwise your film will dramatically flop at the box office. You can see here that the production crew did not fail to call on the best of the people in order to create the classic movie of all sorts.
Unlike many more modern films where a hybrid of live-action and animation is created, Who Framed Roger Rabbit is one of the best types of these films where the interactions between the live people and the cartoons and accuracy of positioning cartoons in the right place are realistic, and you can actually see relationships developing between real life people and cartoons. Who Framed Roger Rabbit is certainly fine art, in particularly the finest, as well as being funny, there is always a darkness beneath, in the form of Judge Doom, which is played with amazing precision by Christopher Lloyd. It does so without ruining the atmosphere, as some films always fail to combine darkness and laughter in the certain amount of time.
This film is for everyone - who says its for kids only? Of course there are innuendos and threats which goes over kids heads, but it has a certain something which makes it for everyone. I was 16 when I first watched it, and I loved it.… Expand

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The3AcademySinsJan 24, 2018

Who Framed Roger Rabbit is a timeless classic that still holds up after almost thirty years. Fans of mysteries, detective noir, comedy, or animation need to give this film a watch. The characters are great, the gags and reveals areWho Framed Roger Rabbit is a timeless classic that still holds up after almost thirty years. Fans of mysteries, detective noir, comedy, or animation need to give this film a watch. The characters are great, the gags and reveals are hysterical, and there are some really touching moments. Robert Zemeckis masterfully directed this film, and it's honestly some of his best work. A couple of the jokes and references don't really hold up, and a couple scenes are grating at times, but other than that, this is a great movie.… Expand

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Candy-FlossJul 22, 2011

This is one of the best movies that combine both animation and real life. It's spectacular how realistic the interactions between them are, because it draws attention away from the fact that the cartoons are just ink, pen and pencil andThis is one of the best movies that combine both animation and real life. It's spectacular how realistic the interactions between them are, because it draws attention away from the fact that the cartoons are just ink, pen and pencil and aren't actually there. Normally I felt upset that the woman who voiced Jessica Rabbit was left uncredited, but she still did a brilliant job; and the whole cast did the same of keeping up the pace of the movie. I'm certain the voices of especially Eddie Valiant, Roger Rabbit and Judge Doom couldn't have gone to anyone else because I couldn't help but experience the emotions (especially of laughter but also amazingly merges fear and chills down the back of your spine; mostly when Judge Doom was on the screen) that you're supposed to experience in this sort of movie. And Gilbert's right, this movie is FUN. Especially the mystery you get to unravel along the way.… Expand

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TipsyMcBeeNov 13, 2011

Who Framed Roger Rabbit perfected the combination of animation and live-action together into a full length feature film that was amazing for its time and still amazing today. Talents like Bob Hopkins (Eddie Valiant) and Christopher LloydWho Framed Roger Rabbit perfected the combination of animation and live-action together into a full length feature film that was amazing for its time and still amazing today. Talents like Bob Hopkins (Eddie Valiant) and Christopher Lloyd (Judge Doom) talking to animated characters on the screen (or nothing/ manikins on set while the film was in production) were performed fantastically that became believable to the viewer's eye. The film contains a variety of comedy, action and drama all presented well with such memorable and iconic characters for all audiences to enjoy. The film may have some innuendos and content that are not suitable for the younger ones, but the movie does hide those really well for the children to not catch on. Who Framed Roger Rabbit is an inspiring film for animators and filmmakers alike and shows that cartoons aren't just around this world to entertain children only. For someone who watched this movie countless of times, Who Framed Roger Rabbit receives a perfect 10 from me.… Expand

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DibbHansenJul 18, 2013

Hilarious stuff done over the top in major style. Had me surprised for how sexual it was with all the Jessica Rabbit stuff. But all in all, it was a creative and hilarious movie.

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alexthegreatSep 6, 2013

Director Robert Zemeckis has created an extraordinary world of wizardry and magic by combining animation and live-action that' ll make your mind blown into pieces.

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nnnnJun 17, 2014

I love the film it amazing colors it amazing cast its amazing crossover with cartoon cast it's one of the best flims ever made in fact go see the stooge in 2016 4 a surpise

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DyliebarMar 2, 2016

This movie is a masterpiece! It has great animation, unforgettable characters, and it was insanely funny!! If you haven't seen it, do yourself a favour and see it!

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JPKDec 12, 2019

F*cking Incredible
With it’s raunchy humor, memorable characters, and unpredictable script, Who Framed Roger Rabbit is one of the best films from the 80s.

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gm101Sep 15, 2010

I really don't see what's so special about this movie. Sure, at first I thought a Disney and Looney Toons crossover would look great, but after watching the movie, I believe such a crossover should have never happened at all. Oh, and theI really don't see what's so special about this movie. Sure, at first I thought a Disney and Looney Toons crossover would look great, but after watching the movie, I believe such a crossover should have never happened at all. Oh, and the plot, boring. But I guess I don't see what was so special about this movie like everyone else.… Expand

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adhamhanySep 15, 2013

While this must have been an outstanding achievement back in its day, it feels much a bit outdated now. Especially that this is the first time for me watching this movie. The humor feels kinda stale, and so does the effects (but that isWhile this must have been an outstanding achievement back in its day, it feels much a bit outdated now. Especially that this is the first time for me watching this movie. The humor feels kinda stale, and so does the effects (but that is understandable of course). The story is clever, though not so "touching" as many claim it to be. However, what truly stands the test of time is the concept itself. The idea of mixing live-action with animation is quite brilliant and works on many levels. Another great idea was mixing the the characters of rival animation studios together, although it didn't play a big part in the movie overall. In summation, a good movie, but i wish i could have watched this in my childhood. Would have appreciated it a lot more.… Expand

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bathrobe_wizardDec 25, 2013

It's seriously just annoying. There's a reason things in cartoons only happen in cartoons.

The production quality is dreadful, all the lines are trite, and the plot is thin. No redeeming qualities about this movie. The only reasonIt's seriously just annoying. There's a reason things in cartoons only happen in cartoons.

The production quality is dreadful, all the lines are trite, and the plot is thin.

No redeeming qualities about this movie. The only reason anyone would like this is nostalgia.… Expand

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imthenoobAug 23, 2021

I respect it and how unique of a movie it is, I just didn't like it. I didn't find it funny, thought it ran a bit too long, and the plot wasn't all that interesting.

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CalebD.Dec 10, 2005

Animation and real life combined together to make an astounding movie!

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[Anonymous]Feb 22, 2008

I had so much fun with this movie. A classic.

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JBAug 11, 2006

A great film. Ignore Stanley Kauffmann's remarks, this movie is a funny, fresh little wonder that amazed the world with its images and captured the heart with its characters.

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1966ZodiacOct 6, 2010

Who can't love tis movie. It's funny and very entertaining. I saw this movie when I was little and I still like it today. This movie does have some adult themes but not so much that kids can't see it.