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Valiant (2005)

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Reviews Counted:106

Fresh:33

Rotten:73

Average Rating:5/10

Consensus: Valiant has a good collection of voice talents, but the story is strictly by-the-numbers.

Rated: U

Runtime: 1 hr 49 mins

Genre: Animated, Animation, True Story

Theatrical Release:25-03-2005

Synopsis: From the producer of "Shrek" and "Shrek 2," comes this high-flying computer-animated comedy-adventure tale of a brave-but-undersized pigeon named Valiant (voiced by Ewan McGregor), who dreams of... From the producer of "Shrek" and "Shrek 2," comes this high-flying computer-animated comedy-adventure tale of a brave-but-undersized pigeon named Valiant (voiced by Ewan McGregor), who dreams of joining the elite Royal Homing Pigeon Service (RHPS), and serving crown and country during World War II. Despite his small stature, Valiant’s ambitions are enormous as he keeps a stiff upper beak and endures rigorous training in preparation for a dangerous mission to deliver vital messages to troops behind enemy lines. With a shortage of wingpower in the royal fleet due to increased attacks by a brigade of vicious enemy falcons (led by the ruthless General Von Talon), the mission falls to Valiant and the unlikely heroes of "Squad F" to try and save the day. With a wing and a prayer, Valiant and his fine feathered pals fly into harm’s way and prove that it’s not the size of the wingspan that counts, but the size of the spirit. Filled with adventure, comedy and memorable characters, "Valiant" delivers great entertainment for audiences of all ages. John Cleese, Tim Curry, Jim Broadbent, and an all-star vocal cast of British favorites also add to the fun and excitement of this imaginative feature. The film was inspired by the fact that pigeons saved thousands of lives during the war, and 31 of the 53 top honors given to animal heroes went to pigeons. [More]

Starring: Ewan McGregor, Hugh Laurie, Ricky Gervais, Tim Curry

Starring: Ewan McGregor, Hugh Laurie, Ricky Gervais, Tim Curry, Jim Broadbent, John Cleese, John Hurt, Rik Mayall, Olivia Williams, Pip Torrens, Jonathan Ross

Director: Gary Chapman

Director: Gary Chapman
Producer: John H. Williams
Screenwriter: Jordan Katz
Composer: George Fenton
Screenwriter: George Webster, George Melrod
Studio: Buena Vista Pictures

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04/01/06
Empire Magazine
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Of all the animals to be immortalised by cartoons, there are few less fluffy and endearing than the pigeon.

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03/29/05
Paul Arendt
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BBC
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The soundtrack is good too - it only has a few songs but it uses them in interesting ways and also features the sight of an all-pigeon Mis-teeq performing Shoo-Shoo Baby at the end.

Full Review Source: ViewLondon | comment Comment
03/24/05
Matthew Turner
Matthew Turner
ViewLondon

Valiant is the plucky little outsider with a lot of heart

Full Review Source: Times [UK] | comment Comment
03/24/05
Wendy Ide
Wendy Ide
Times [UK]
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A disarmingly enjoyable movie with a lively cast of characters and an action-packed plot based (very roughly!) on real-life events

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02/24/05
Rich Cline
Rich Cline
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04/29/09
Felix Vasquez Jr.
Felix Vasquez Jr.
Cinema Crazed

You're are much better off renting "Chicken Run" for an evening of entertainment with your progeny.

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04/15/09
Cole Smithey
Cole Smithey
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10/18/08
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A valiant effort.

Full Review Source: Film Journal International | comment Comment
03/01/07
Harry Haun
Harry Haun
Film Journal International

For parents who are tired of the hip, stupid bombast of films like Shark Tale, it'll do.

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11/10/06
Peter T. Chattaway
Peter T. Chattaway
Christianity Today

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05/12/06
Jim Lane
Jim Lane
Sacramento News & Review

It's a tale with plenty of spirit and a good heart, and yet, this story doesn't so much soar across the screen as it does waddle.

Full Review Source: Seattle Post-Intelligencer | comment Comment
05/02/06
Winda Benedetti
Winda Benedetti
Seattle Post-Intelligencer

Will probably keep youngsters entertained for its short 76 minutes running time.

Full Review Source: SA Movie & DVD Magazine | comment Comment
02/14/06
James O'Ehley
James O'Ehley
SA Movie & DVD Magazine

I think history will remember it as the usher to the mid-list CGI feature.

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01/19/06
Kevin Carr
Kevin Carr
7M Pictures
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01/17/06
Sydney Morning Herald
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Pode não ser uma obra-prima (não é mesmo), mas é suficientemente bem realizado para merecer uma conferida enquanto o novo projeto da Pixar não chega aos cinemas.

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01/06/06
Pablo Villaca
Pablo Villaca
Cinema em Cena

It's a happy and welcome debut, showing not only a genuine sense of humour and technical brilliance, but a clever ability to combine serious themes with family entertainment.

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12/16/05
Urban Cinefile Critics
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Urban Cinefile

A mildly engaging but thoroughly forgettable piece of work.

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12/11/05
David Nusair
David Nusair
Reel Film Reviews

Vanguard Animation anda volando bajo.

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12/10/05
Luis Martinez
Luis Martinez
Cinenganos
 
 
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