Minecraft was fine, except for one pesky little phrase

Another bank holiday brought with it the familiar ritual of a family outing to the cinema, this time featuring the much-discussed A Minecraft Movie. Despite the chorus of negative reviews that had circulated prior to its release, the allure of the film was irresistible for my child, Sam, who was eager to experience it “for the memes.” This cryptic phrase, which seemed to encapsulate the essence of youth culture, piqued my curiosity. I figured it couldn’t possibly be worse than the previous children’s films we had endured, including Snow White, Wish, Paddington in Peru, DC League of Super-Pets, and the much-maligned Moana 2. The latter had prompted my partner, Kitty, to declare a moratorium on children’s films, exclaiming, “that’s it, no more kids’ movies, adult films only from now on; my childhood is officially OVER.”

Unexpected Pleasures

To my surprise, A Minecraft Movie exceeded my expectations. While it may not have reached the heights of Dog Man, it certainly held its own against the aforementioned titles. Notably absent from the cast were the likes of Barry Keoghan and Paul Mescal, both of whom have garnered acclaim in recent years. Additionally, the script had thankfully escaped the heavy-handed touch of Phoebe Waller-Bridge, whose influence has been a double-edged sword in contemporary cinema.

The film’s runtime was a manageable 100 minutes, a welcome relief in an age where cinematic experiences often stretch well beyond two hours. This brevity allowed for a more engaging narrative, keeping both young and older viewers invested without the risk of losing their attention. In a landscape crowded with animated features vying for the same demographic, A Minecraft Movie carved out its niche, offering a blend of humor and adventure that resonated with its audience.

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Minecraft was fine, except for one pesky little phrase