Based on an old children’s novel that has been turned into film and animation many times. Here is a lovely example of how to treat a story featuring animal characters. The practical makeup is simple yet effective, featured coloured hair, gloves and jackets. It is so refreshing for a movie to know its limitations and use it for its advantage.
Matt Lucas can be extremely annoying as a personally but for playing Toad it really comes in his advantage. Toad is without a doubt supposed to be annoying, childish and over the top personally which fits like a glove on our dear Matt. Bob Hoskins and Mark Gatiss are both charming in their respective roles.
As a straight to TV kids’ movie I wouldn’t recommend it to someone looking for a blockbuster cinematic masterpiece; But for a sunday morning cozy movie to watch with your duvet and cereal on the couch, this is perfect.
6/10