10 Lives

Went to the movies with my 4 year old and we were the only ones in the cinema. Don't expect a blockbuster animation however it ticks all the boxes for my child. She gets scared at some movies but it wasn't the case with 10 lives, it's a fun easy going movie that is entertaining enough for a child. I read somewhere that it was independently financed which I respect and believe it's a worthwhile cause to spend my money on. The animation is a pass, there is much better out there but my 4 year old doesn't care about that, she loved the storyline and was entertained from start to finish. It's a safe option for younger kids.

The animation was visually impressive, with high quality graphics and a strong sense of detail that brought the story's world to life. While the plot had potential, it struggled to shine through due to the lackluster voice acting. Many of the actors sounded flat and unenthusiastic, which created a disconnect between the dynamic visuals and the voices bringing them to life. This was especially noticeable in the introductory scenes, where an energetic start was needed but instead felt lifeless.

I was really excited about the concept and had high hopes for this film, but unfortunately, the voice performances held it back more than the story itself. With more passionate and engaged voice actors, I think this film could have delivered an entirely different and much more captivating experience.

10 Lives is a whimsical film that offers moments of charm and amusement, but ultimately falls short of its potential.

One of the film's strengths is its visual appeal, with vibrant animation bringing the cat's world to life in vivid detail. The character design is particularly impressive, capturing the essence of each feline personality with delightful expressiveness.

However, where "10 lives" falters is in its narrative structure. The episodic nature of Whiskers' adventures feels disjointed, and the plot lacks a cohesive arc to tie everything together. As a result, the film struggles to maintain momentum and engagement throughout its runtime.

Additionally, while the humor in "10 lives" is occasionally amusing, it often relies on tired clichés and slapstick gags that may elicit only mild chuckles from viewers. The dialogue is also somewhat lacking in wit and originality, failing to fully capitalize on the potential for clever cat-centric humor.

Anyway I support it, go and watch the film.

Good story and some good voice acting. But the actual animation is like something Pixar put out BEFORE Toy Story. It is sub-par in quality and technology imo. This is more like a kids animated cartoon with a low budget. I love animated movies. Both for adults and for children. But this animation looks like something I could have made on my computer...which isn't a great computer.

Look at some of the great animated movies they've made in the last 5 years. Some of them will blow your mind. They are so beautiful and detailed. This is something along the same quality as a cartoon on Nickelodeon. Only good to watch for the interesting idea of giving a cat extras lives but in different animals. It could have been so much better.

Beckett is a cat who gets a second chance with 9 more lives and will try to get back to the woman who rescued him, his beloved Rose. The concept of coming back to life resembles A Dog's Purpose (2017), only this time Beckett comes back as a different animal each time. It's an interesting idea that can ignite ruminations about the meaning of life and death, like in Soul (2020) and, more recently, Puss in Boots: The Last Wish (2022). However, 10 Lives is more about reuniting with your loved one than an existential exploration.

The character development is good because, like Bailey in W. Bruce Cameron's bestseller, the different-colored-eyes cat will learn different things in each life. The animation is good, but the humor could've been better. There were wasted opportunities considering the transformations Becket went through; just think about how funny it was when Donkey and Puss switched bodies in Shrek the Third (2007). The villain is definitely not good, and the movie could've been better without this unnecessary character and focusing solely on Beckett and Rose. The same can be said about Rose's boyfriend, Larry, whose purpose as a comic relief is completely ineffective and doesn't add anything to the story.

The movie's greatest asset is when it gets emotive, since the bond between Beckett and Rose is beautiful to see, and the movie succeeds in evoking those emotions. It would have been nice to have more of that. 10 Lives is not a bad movie, It has good and beautiful moments, but the same ideas were better executed before.