‘Around the World in 80 Days’ animated adventure
Category: Movies
This animated adaptation of the Jules Verne novel is a fun adventure for little kids. Around the World in 80 Days is not meant for adults, however the little ones will undoubtedly enjoy all the antics and the characters.
Passepartout is a curious monkey who is coddled and babied by his mom. He longs to discover the world and is an avid reader, hoping to someday follow in the footsteps of his hero and travel the world. Well, that is what he wants but not what his mom wants. She prefers he stay with her and moved them from the jungle to a town where he would hopefully forget about his dreams.
When a con artist from named Phileas comes to town, things get out of control for both Phileas and Passepartout. They get involved in a bet worth millions to travel the world in 80 days, which had never been done before. Challenge accepted. But how will the little fellow escape the clutches of his mom?
Passepartout sneaks out of his house and joins Phileas on a ship for the first part of their journey. From there they wind up in the desert, then they continue their trek with several adventures along the way.
But they are not always alone. There is an officer of the law on their trail, bent on capturing Phileas who is supposed to have committed a bank robbery. But what is the truth?
A ship, a train, a surfboard, quicksand and more add to the tale as the two do their best to avoid being killed, avoid being captured by the law, and make their 80 day round trip trek in time to reap the reward of millions.
The redeeming part of this movie is the little monkey. He is adorable and courageous. And he is smart.
Around the World in 80 Days is rated PG for some action and rude humor. It is in theaters now.
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