"Goat" Review: A Chaotic Animated Adventure That Falls Short
In this loud and chaotic animated kids' comedy, one can't help but feel that it's been generated by algorithms more than creativity. With a voice cast that brings some charm to the table, "Goat" borrows heavily from previous movies with talking animals like Zootropolis and Sing.
The film centers around Will Harris, a small goat who dreams of playing professional "roarball", a faster and fiercer version of basketball. Despite being laughed at by his peers, Will perseveres with the help of his idol, Jet - a champion panther nearing retirement. The animation is impressive, with lightning-fast sequences that may appeal to younger viewers.
However, beneath its frenetic pace lies a lackluster narrative with little heart or soul. It's hard not to notice the absence of genuine emotions in this underdog story, which has been compared to classic tales but falls flat due to its familiarity and predictability.
One thing "Goat" does get right is some decent humor, although it gets lost amidst all the noise. The constant presence of mobile phones and characters checking their social media adds a jarring element that detracts from the overall experience. Watching this film feels like standing next to a helicopter taking off - overwhelming, loud, and exhausting.
In the end, "Goat" is more of an exercise in style over substance, with its connection to real-life basketball star Stephen Curry not quite enough to elevate it above the fray. Despite having some talented voice actors on board, this animated comedy fails to leave a lasting impression, leaving viewers with a headache and a sense that they've been through too much.
In this loud and chaotic animated kids' comedy, one can't help but feel that it's been generated by algorithms more than creativity. With a voice cast that brings some charm to the table, "Goat" borrows heavily from previous movies with talking animals like Zootropolis and Sing.
The film centers around Will Harris, a small goat who dreams of playing professional "roarball", a faster and fiercer version of basketball. Despite being laughed at by his peers, Will perseveres with the help of his idol, Jet - a champion panther nearing retirement. The animation is impressive, with lightning-fast sequences that may appeal to younger viewers.
However, beneath its frenetic pace lies a lackluster narrative with little heart or soul. It's hard not to notice the absence of genuine emotions in this underdog story, which has been compared to classic tales but falls flat due to its familiarity and predictability.
One thing "Goat" does get right is some decent humor, although it gets lost amidst all the noise. The constant presence of mobile phones and characters checking their social media adds a jarring element that detracts from the overall experience. Watching this film feels like standing next to a helicopter taking off - overwhelming, loud, and exhausting.
In the end, "Goat" is more of an exercise in style over substance, with its connection to real-life basketball star Stephen Curry not quite enough to elevate it above the fray. Despite having some talented voice actors on board, this animated comedy fails to leave a lasting impression, leaving viewers with a headache and a sense that they've been through too much.
but honestly it's like they took all the energy from zootropolis and sing and mashed it into one big mess 
the animation is wild 
but it feels like just a bunch of fast cuts to keep you distracted from how cheesy the story is 
i mean come on, if your main character dreams of playing pro "roarball" can't they at least make their passion more than just a tired old trope? 
and don't even get me started on the social media references 
it feels like they're trying too hard to be relevant 
it's always frustrating when something we're excited about falls flat due to the same old predictable plotlines and lack of emotional depth. can you tell me more about what was going through your mind during the film? were there any scenes or moments that did resonate with you? 
. The animation is sick, don't get me wrong - those lightning-fast sequences are wild 
. But the story? It's just so... predictable 
. I mean, come on, we've seen this underdog tale before, but it still feels like they're phoning it in 
. The humor's alright, but it gets lost in all the noise, and can't you feel the annoyance of those characters checking their phones? 
. Overall, I'd say it's more style than substance, and that's what makes me sad 
'cause I love a good underdog story when it's done right 
IT'S LIKE THEY TOOK ALL THE BEST PARTS OF OTHER MOVIES AND BLEND THEM INTO THIS ONE BIG MESS! 
THE CHARACTERS ARE OKAY, I GUESS, BUT THEY'RE NOT REALLY DEVELOPED ENOUGH TO MAKE ME CARE ABOUT THEIR STORIES. 
IT FEELS LIKE THEY JUST WERE TRYING TO FIT IN AS MANY REFERENCES TO REAL LIFE EVENTS AS POSSIBLE WITHOUT ACTUALLY MAKING THEM WORK 
! But beneath all that hype, it feels so... empty? 
Like the creators just phoned in a generic underdog story without any real heart or depth. I mean, where's the emotional resonance? It's like they took every cliche from "Zootropolis" and mashed them together into this loud, noisy mess 
. Overall, I'd say "Goat" is just a style-over-substance kinda flick that fails to leave a lasting impact 
. The animation is pretty cool, but the story feels so formulaic and predictable. I mean, who hasn't seen an underdog tale before? 
. The humor is okay, but it's not enough to save this movie from its lack of heart. Overall, it feels like they prioritized style over substance, and that's just not something I'd pay for 
. And don't even get me started on how much it feels like a formulaic underdog story that's been done to death before 
. I mean, sure the animation is pretty lit 
I mean, have you seen those lightning-fast sequences? They're pretty wild! 
... it was so loud! I'm surprised we didn't lose our hearing or something 
. But honestly, the story was kinda meh for me... it felt like they were trying to cram too much into one movie. And don't even get me started on how often they kept checking their phones 
– I'm all for keeping up with our online lives, but not in a cartoon! My little niece loved it though, so I guess that's what matters most 
... still, I'd recommend it only if you're looking for something fun and lighthearted to keep the kiddos entertained 
. I swear, they must've had some robot algorithm generate the plot because there's literally no heart or depth to it whatsoever 
.
i mean don't get me wrong the animation is insane but at some point it just feels like too much