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'The Star' is a delightful animated adaptation of the story of the Nativity of Jesus, aimed for younger children. It includes a lot of entertaining animal characters (some of which accompanied Jesus in the manger when he was born) and some songs to make it appealing to young and old alike. While not exactly Disney-standard, there a lot of redeeming qualities that differentiate 'The Star' from other uninspired adaptations.

This film follows the story of Bo, the ambitious donkey working for the town's miller who wants to be part of the Royal Caravan one day. One day he manages to escape with the help of his old friends, who at last recognizes the beauty of Bo's dreams. By focusing on Bo instead of Christ or the story as it is written in the Bible, I was initially afraid that this film was going to be out of focus. You might argue that it still is so it can amuse its very young target audience. But I believe that at in its heart this film is still about Christ, the film just uses Bo's story to give a fresh perspective on the narrative of the Nativity we all know so well.

This point is worth some emphasis. 'The Star' focuses more on Bo than on Christ, more on Herod's buff soldier who tries to hunt down Joseph and the pregnant Mary than Herod himself, more on the camels carrying The Three Wise Men on their journey following the Star to the place where the Messiah is born in Bethlehem than on the Three Wise Men themselves and so on. Yet, when taking into consideration its target audience of young children, most of them not older than 7 or 8 years, it wouldn't have made a lot of sense to portray the story of the Nativity as it truly was, with all of the persecution (of Christ by Herod) and bloodshed ("the massacre of the innocents") the real story has. If you want a loyal adaptation of the story of the Nativity for your children, unfortunately you have to look elsewhere, but if you want a lighthearted, fresh and new perspective this is as good as it gets.

A lot of comic relief is supplied by Bo's amusing and loyal friend, the pigeon Dave. The villain, as those familiar with the Bible should know, is Herod, voiced by Christopher Plummer. The voice acting, it must be said, is not outstanding, in the sense that none of them really stand out, not even Mariah Carey as the horse, Rebecca, or Oprah Winfrey as one of the Three Wise Men's camels, Deborah. Nevertheless, all of the voice actors manage to get the job done satisfactorily.

To conclude, I would like to add something about the film's religious theme and inspiration. Even if you're not a particularly religious person, you cannot fail to appreciate the epic grandeur and poetic beauty of the biblical account of the Nativity, such as the metaphoric and symbolic nature of the Star and the ironic facts that Jesus, the son of God, was born in a manger of all places and that Bo does end up working in a royal caravan by accompanying Joseph and Mary. The point the film wants to emphasize is that we are all following our own unique star, like Bo and Joseph and Mary, even if some of us don't know where it is leading us or going to lead us yet.

I would recommend 'The Star' which offers a fresh new perspective to the story we all know so well, obviously keeping in mind all of the liberties in takes. To their credit, the producers do try to preserve all of the Christian values and significance that are to be found in the biblical account of the Nativity (if not the Bible itself). And that's arguably the most important thing in an adaptation like this film.

"The Star" is an animated story of the first Christmas, with cartoon animals as the main characters. I think it's a good production, and one that may help toddlers and tykes get some inkling of the Christian origin of Christmas. But for most over that age, it probably rings more like an "Ice Age" or "Madagascar" adventure for animals. The humans in this instance do have much bigger parts - especially Joseph and Mary, and a fictitious monster man. So, there always remains a thin thread that leads the animal adventures toward Bethlehem.

Except for the monster creature, the story is mostly accurate in following the Bible story of the birth of Jesus. And, the producers did a fairly good job in the art work of depicting the land and settings realistically. Unfortunately, they transposed 21st century social ways on an ancient setting. So, we have some wisecracks by Joseph at times. And, we see his temper and impatience at times. As for the animals - they have all the modern cultural behaviors and speech. It may be light-hearted fun and funny, but all of this detracts from any sense of awe, reverence or anything special taking place.

The animals talk about the star, but then the mayhem and pursuit of the story picks up again, and the real meaning of the story is subjugated by the comical and adventures of the animals. So, as a cartoon and animated picture, "The Star" is good and entertaining. But for getting the message across of the first Christmas, it misses mostly with the primary audience it might have reached.

Just watched this with the kids, "The Star" A really underrated movie about the journey Mother Mary had since the day The Angel visited her. It is funny, touching. The songs are great. It is a good movie to watch with the whole family this Christmas.

This movie made me appreciate Mother Mary even more while at the same time get the magical feeling about Jesus Christ birth 🤗🙏😇. Just watch it. It is in Netflix.

A Christmas story from the point of view of the animals! I can't speak for the cultural appropriateness of this angle, but once you get past the fresh premise, it's a decent retelling. This film focuses on the donkey and other animals but it does show the main points of the overall nativity story so you're not missing out on anything. Their adventure is genuine and heartfelt, just maybe more profane than sacred.

Based on the birth of Jesus, multiple story lines weave together.

From the point of view of the plot structure, it is normal, but the content is not lacking. The film carefully depicts the backgrounds and motivations of the characters, and there are still layers of roles. However, the advantages of multi-line narration are not fully demonstrated, and it is slightly ordinary, resulting in a certain impact on the rhythm of the overall story.

Although there are flaws, it is also a journey with the connotation of faith, hope and love, reminding us to find the hope in ordinary life and believe that good things will come eventually.

This was quite an entertaining take on the birth of Jesus as experienced by various animals done on computer animation to both humorous and dramatic effect. The traditional holiday songs are well done in scoring some of the picture. Of the celebrity voices, I noticed Tracy Morgan's from the first time I heard him, while my movie theatre-working friend also noticed Oprah Winfrey's. In summary, The Star is worthy of the tale it tells on film.

People are voting too low and criticize too much. This is just an animation, targets children and families the most. Storyline is clear, characters are funny, CGI artworks are beautiful, and I like all their songs. The songs are classic and beautiful. The movie taking the side of the animal, nothing too much about Jesus, it is not a religious topic movie, just a normal cartoon.

I went to watch the movie alone because the trailer was interesting and I have nothing to do on Saturday. The movie was even better than my anticipated.

Dang, Sony has a knack of pushing unwanted mediums down our throats, no? 2017's The Star is another unfortunate mess that misses WIDE left in terms of entertainment feats, despite its outstanding voice cast. Its cringe worthy script sees to this, with its off putting sequences & miserable attempts to be humorous through poorly executed, re-hashed jokes. Its target audience is then question mark, as it zeroes on visual charm, misfires on comedic offerings & lacks engaging messages intended to keep things interesting. It simply banks on an overly familiar adventure story that features critters singing & twerking, which seemingly has NO PLACE in its brushed aside nativity story. The result is then one head scratching, generic picture.

In case not clear, The Star is a mishmash of shortcomings that lands on one repulsive product guaranteed to earn jeers, even in class viewing sessions. Sony, please stop this madness!

I know I'm late on reviewing this, but better late than never. So now that I've seen this, how is it? Officially it's a mess. 60% of it had a lot of not so good moments while 40% actually had some profound moments I didn't anticipate. Let's start with the good stuff: 1) Mary and Joseph as characters: the emotions they go through are solid. Whether addressing the unborn child or the animals, it all feels genuine and not forced. There's even a moment where Mary has an emotional breakdown while on the road. As for Joseph, it shows him dedicating everything to helping Mary and the unborn child while trying to hold his sanity together. That's a real character arc. Bravo 2) The theme: Life doesn't always go as we planned, but in the end it will turn out okay. 3) I enjoyed Bo's (the donkey) story 4) The voice acting is terrific from everyone 5) The animation is terrific!

Now what doesn't work: 1) The animals being the main focus. I don't object to it necessarily, but the execution was sloppy in writing. One moment it involves Mary and Joseph dealing with being pregnant and on the road and the next moment it's about the camels comedically spying on Herod. 2) The extra villain: Seriously? Herod aside, why do we have a hunter going specifically after Mary? Even Herod could not figure out which child was the Messiah in the first place. 3) The animal commentary (mainly from Oprah's camel): In moments that should play out, the animals add unnecessary dialogue to it. For instance, there's a moment Oprah's camel comments about Jesus' birth always being celebrated. Why? What made her the expert? 4) The moping and doping: Bo saves Mary, Joseph kicks him out, Bo randomly rejects his friends, everyone is sad, and through it all "His Eye is on the Sparrow" plays (worst situation for the song ever). Then he turns around back to Mary. The whole scene was pointless. 5) At the end credits, the words "Be Moved" stand out. Um you can't tell people that, you need to allow moments to play out and rely on the audience to actually be moved. It's called "trusting your audience".

I'm not necessarily demanding the story of Jesus' birth to be told in an all serious light I'm asking for a better balance in writing. If you have to make the animals the main characters, you need to have a balance of both situations and comedy and drama, not sloppily combine the two; that's part of good storytelling. However, I don't regret seeing it, especially for the few terrific moments in the film. Compared to the Emoji Movie (which came out months before), this was a bit healing but didn't go all the way through. Do I recommend it? Um................not sure. Certainly if you're looking for a straightforward story on Jesus, you won't get it here. Comedy? Um not really either. However I don't think it's that bad either. It just depends on your point of view - at least it's not talking down to kids the way Nut Job/Emoji Movie did. Score: 3/5

I took my 7 year old son to see this film and we had a great time. He was laughing out loud at the animals and their antics. There is a scary soldier that was pursuing Mary and Joseph, but not too scary. If you are interested in the traditional Christmas story for your family...this is just the ticket. Great animation. Funny characters. Happy and uplifting. I wish they would make more kids movies like this!!!

The spirit of Christmas a common theme of movie around this time of year trying to teach us the main reason we get a vacation and give gifts in December. And about every five years, we get the retelling of the first Christmas that brought with it hope, grace, and salvation from how horrible of people we are. This weekend that retelling comes through again, but this time from the perspective of the animals and what they went through that fateful night. Robbie K here with a review on the Star, an animated movie that hopes to shine bright in this weekend of big releases. What's in store? Read on to find out my friends!

LIKES:

Good animation: With the age of computers, you expect fluid animation, and the Star doesn't disappoint. The animal movements are excellent examples of anatomical study, capturing the foot, neck, muzzle, or whatever other body part you want your animal to move in an accurate manner. In addition, the designers do a nice job of anthropomorphizing the animals as well, creating a hybrid of personalities that are fun to watch. And while your either admiring, or ignoring the animation, you can be sure that your little one will be stoked to see the characters clumsy antics and slapstick humor result in a laughable adventure.

The Voice Acting: While acting in full form is a highly challenging task to try to accomplish, there is something to be said about the art of voice acting. The assembled cast gets two thumbs up for me in their ability to bring the simplistic animal roles to life with semi-memorable characters. There are too many characters to name, but Steven Yeun as the main character carried a heavy load as the adventurous, yet stubborn donkey Bo who was a fun character to watch. Keegan-Michael Key was another welcome addition to the cast, his solid comedic delivery perfect for the comical character of Dave the Dove whose quips have been diluted down for the kid friendly atmosphere of this movie. However, my favorite character was the camel Felix, Tracy Morgan who had the most zany, crazy, and comedic punch of the whole movie with his sarcasm and sheer idiocy. All in all, they do their parts well, and create that wholesome family feeling.

Artistic Tale of Christmas: When it comes to religious and kid's movie, it can be difficult to find the balance that lays between cheesy, annoying, and of overzealous religious zeal. Fortunately, the Star was able to accomplish this goal to the point that it delivers the manner in a heartfelt way without falling into Hallmark sappiness territory. The Star maintains its cute, slapstick tones throughout the whole movie up to the predictable ending that we all know is coming. And when that climax occurs, it somehow delivers the powerful message and keeps things fun, which isn't easy given the imbalance that plagues the cinematic world. Nevertheless, this movie has an art to its delivery, which nets points in my book.

DISLIKES:

Character Use: The Star is another example of jumping the gun and hiring too many actors for a limited cast. While there are a few characters, Bo, Dave, and the wolves, who get an adequate amount of screen time on camera, many of the characters are reduced to unnecessary cameos that serve little purpose. The Field Mouse, the random goat, even the bad king himself are just expensive shout outs that could have been used towards developing a stronger story. Hollywood may be doing favors for the friends, but this reviewer found much of the characters a waste of time.

The story: Before you shout blasphemy towards me, I don't hate the first Christmas story, far from it. What I mean in this dislike is how bare the story felt in this telling. It's one geared towards kids, doing little to curtail the story to adults, which limits its entertainment purposes for a variety of people. Yes, I get it, it's a kid's movie, but think of how well Pixar can cater to both audiences and get the job done. The Star's message is great, the package is cute, but it's limited in the audience members it can truly entertain.

The animation. Other major studios know that every detail is important in animation. While Bo and the main characters movements look great, the rest of the characters (primarily the secondary background characters) walk stiff or are limited in their movements. While a minor dislike to some, this reviewer has developed an eye for world building, and the Star kind of failed on that level for me. Biblical times may not have been the mega city behemoths of the modern world, but I'm pretty sure it had more splendor than this movie made it out to be. The Star seemed to cut costs on this movie where it could, unfortunately making the world succumb to characters caught in mundane worlds.

The VERDICT:

The Star is cute, it's spiritual, and it is one of the most family friendly movies of the entire year to bring your little ones too. With good primary animation, voice acting that is energetic and fun presentation, this is a Christmas story I can get on board with. However, this studio dropped the ball on using their characters and world building, cutting corners to give a simplistic presentation that is dull compared to Disney's worlds. In addition, the limited audience entertainment faction is also a strike against a tale that held much potential. The Star is good for a church group to go to, but it's place would have been better in a direct release film in my opinion, instead of a costly theater run.

My scores are: Animation/Adventure/Comedy: 6.5 Movie Overall: 5.5-6.0

One of the best animated films I have seen lately. The idea of the Christmas Story seen through the eyes of the animals was totally a new angle on the story and a wonderful inspiration for children and adults.

Although there is obvious evidence of artistic right in the story, (has to be with talking animals) it does follow along with the heart and written encounters of Baby Jesus family journey to His birth in Bethlehem.

I will be going this week for second viewing and checking with friends and family about borrowing some children to take with me. I want every child I know to see this.

As soon as it becomes available on DVD my order will be placed. I have 4 groups of children I will be encouraging to have their parents take them to see this. Movie night at my house will have several showings of this movie.

The biggest upside to this surprisingly strong representation of the Christ's birth is found in its failures. It falls short in similar ways as other kid's movies (corny moralism, on-the-nose thematics, generic humor, Tarzan-syndrome soundtrack), but none of that really overwhelms. Where it succeeds, however, is as a faith-based film. Instead of being banal & frustratingly pandering like so many Christian films, its theology & its heart hold up nicely, along with its simple story.

You're better off rewatching the Peanuts Christmas

It's a cartoon. From the point of veiew of animals. Who talk. It's not meant to be anything more than it is: a fun, funny, entertaining story. We get to see Mary and Joseph as average people who are entrusted with a monumental, overwhelming situation. We get to see it through the innocence of animals. It is a touching, heartwarming, blessing of a movie. I, for one, laughed throughout and got emotional at the birth. Not every movie has to be a huge, epic, three part, bloated, over-done, over promoted, and self important film.

This movie doesn't have good vibes. The voice actors are unpleasant and very annoying. The primary characters are extremely unlikable.

This is obviously a "Christian" movie made by non-Christians.

Its like watching a football game where the announcers have never heard of the sport.

The story of Jesus birth from the point o view of the animals, mainly the donkey. It's absolutely boring for adult and kids. Not funny, not interesting. There many better movie to watch. I's really difficult to understand why they made such a bad movie.If you have kids they will get bored after 10 minutes.

The oldest review is rather shameful...it's not indoctrination to tell kids the truth and Mary was a virgin, no need for the quotes. The movie's good and worth seeing. It's great that it got a theater release, considering the junk in Hollywood today. Also I don't agree that it trivializes the story at all.

This is a must see for the whole family. Moving, funny, and adventurous. A great cast with a great soundtrack and all the while portraying the greatest story ever told. The birth of a baby, that forever changed the world. See it with the family, see it with friends, and then see it again.

The animated feature The Star delivers a surprisingly heartfelt and refreshingly original take on the Nativity story, told through the eyes of a small but determined donkey who dreams of a life beyond the mill. Featuring an impressive voice cast that includes Steven Yeun, Oprah Winfrey, Kelly Clarkson, and many other notable talents, the film blends biblical tradition with comedic charm in a way that feels inviting rather than heavy-handed. From its opening moments, the movie establishes a tone that is warm, humorous, and unexpectedly cinematic, creating an accessible entry point for audiences of all ages.

What makes the film stand out is its commitment to telling a familiar story from an unconventional angle. By centering the narrative around a donkey longing for freedom, The Star finds a clever way to merge animal-driven adventure with the spiritual journey of Mary and Joseph. This structure allows the film to weave humor, heart, and reverence together, ensuring that the story never feels one-note. The movie also treats Mary's journey with genuine tenderness, letting the audience appreciate her resilience and grace while still keeping the focus on its animal protagonists.

The animation is far more polished than one might expect for a film that often flies under the radar. Its visuals are bright, expressive, and filled with thoughtful details that elevate the storytelling. Whether depicting small village life or moments of divine wonder, the animators infuse each frame with an energy that keeps the film visually engaging. It's evident that the creative team approached the project with sincerity rather than relying solely on comedic gags, giving the movie a grounded texture that enhances its emotional resonance.

The voice performances are another highlight, bringing distinct personalities to every character without overshadowing the film's message. Steven Yeun gives the donkey a warm, spirited characterization that keeps the audience rooted in his journey. Kelly Clarkson, Oprah Winfrey, and the rest of the ensemble add bursts of humor and soul without ever turning the film into a celebrity showcase. Their work blends seamlessly into the world, supporting the narrative instead of distracting from it.

Beyond the technical strengths, what makes The Star truly memorable is the way it balances entertainment with heart. The film has a disarming sweetness that never feels forced, leaning into themes of purpose, faith, and unexpected heroism. It respects its source material while still embracing creativity, making it feel both reverent and refreshingly modern. There's a sincerity in its tone that many animated films aim for but rarely capture so effortlessly.

For anyone who appreciates animated storytelling or enjoys fresh approaches to classic tales, this film is an unexpected treat. It's surprising that The Star isn't more widely talked about, considering how beautifully it blends humor, emotion, and a meaningful message. As someone who loves animated films, discovering this one feels like uncovering a hidden gem-one that deserves far more recognition than it ever received. It's heartfelt, charming, and genuinely worth seeking out.