Curious George is a movie best suited for younger children. It has a rather basic and straightforward story that feels like an extended edition of a Saturday morning cartoon episode. This is not a bad thing in itself, as it makes the movie fun and easy to follow, but the style could be off-putting to older children. Although the plot and premise are banal, these are overshadowed by expressive characters and little comedic moments that make Curious George a joy to watch, like the balloon flight or the son's jealous tantrums. The titular George the Monkey is a happy little creature who expresses a lot with no words, and the protagonist is a hapless fellow we can't help but love. As an overall film, it's lacklustre, but as a series of short escapades with memorable characters, it shines as engaging, bright and colourful.
Review of Curious George
