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Nimona

  • 2023
  • 7
  • 1h 41m
IMDb RATING
7.5/10
58K
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POPULARITY
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Chloë Grace Moretz and Riz Ahmed in Nimona (2023)
When a knight in a futuristic medieval world is framed for a crime he didn't commit, the only one who can help him prove his innocence is Nimona -- a mischievous teen who happens to be a shapeshifting creature he's sworn to destroy.
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When a knight in a futuristic medieval world is framed for a crime he didn't commit, the only one who can help him prove his innocence is Nimona -- a mischievous teen who happens to be a sha... Read allWhen a knight in a futuristic medieval world is framed for a crime he didn't commit, the only one who can help him prove his innocence is Nimona -- a mischievous teen who happens to be a shapeshifting creature he's sworn to destroy.When a knight in a futuristic medieval world is framed for a crime he didn't commit, the only one who can help him prove his innocence is Nimona -- a mischievous teen who happens to be a shapeshifting creature he's sworn to destroy.

  • Directors
    • Nick Bruno
    • Troy Quane
  • Writers
    • Robert L. Baird
    • Lloyd Taylor
    • Pamela Ribon
  • Stars
    • Chloë Grace Moretz
    • Riz Ahmed
    • Eugene Lee Yang
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    7.5/10
    58K
    YOUR RATING
    POPULARITY
    2,592
    266
    • Directors
      • Nick Bruno
      • Troy Quane
    • Writers
      • Robert L. Baird
      • Lloyd Taylor
      • Pamela Ribon
    • Stars
      • Chloë Grace Moretz
      • Riz Ahmed
      • Eugene Lee Yang
    • 232User reviews
    • 95Critic reviews
    • 75Metascore
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Nominated for 1 Oscar
      • 4 wins & 43 nominations total

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    Chloë Grace Moretz
    Chloë Grace Moretz
    • Nimona
    • (voice)
    Riz Ahmed
    Riz Ahmed
    • Ballister Boldheart
    • (voice)
    Eugene Lee Yang
    Eugene Lee Yang
    • Ambrosius Goldenloin
    • (voice)
    Frances Conroy
    Frances Conroy
    • The Director
    • (voice)
    Lorraine Toussaint
    Lorraine Toussaint
    • Queen Valerin
    • (voice)
    Beck Bennett
    Beck Bennett
    • Sir Thoddeus Sureblade
    • (voice)
    RuPaul
    RuPaul
    • Nate Knight
    • (voice)
    • (as RuPaul Charles)
    Indya Moore
    Indya Moore
    • Alamzapam Davis
    • (voice)
    Julio Torres
    Julio Torres
    • Diego the Squire
    • (voice)
    Sarah Sherman
    Sarah Sherman
    • Coriander Cadaverish
    • (voice)
    Nate Stevenson
    • Kwispy Dwagon
    • (voice)
    • (as ND Stevenson)
    Mia Collins
    • Demon Baby
    • (voice)
    Zayaan Kunawar
    • Young Ballister
    • (voice)
    Charlotte Aldrich
    • Young Gloreth
    • (voice)
    • …
    Nick Bruno
    Nick Bruno
    • Sir Nicholas Brun
    • (voice)
    • …
    Troy Quane
    Troy Quane
    • Sir Troy Quartermane
    • (voice)
    • …
    Julie Zackary
    • Sir Jule Zakaria
    • (voice)
    • …
    Randy Trager
    • Sir Randall Editus
    • (voice)
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    • Directors
      • Nick Bruno
      • Troy Quane
    • Writers
      • Robert L. Baird
      • Lloyd Taylor
      • Pamela Ribon
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    8gelikoptergelikopter

    Charming well animated film, fun for young and old

    There is no doubt that Nimona is a movie aimed at a younger audience. That being said, I, as a 32 year old man, and enjoyed it thoroughly. Aside from the usual action packed high jinks you would expect from a fast paced story such as this, there are a number of twists in the story that I didn't see coming, as well as a few humorous moments that caught me off guard. Usually, movies like this fall under the banner of "fun, but predictable". That label does not apply to Nimona. The story feels refreshing. It takes things that feel familiar and gives them a new twist. Kudos to the writers.

    Speaking of Nimona, the titular character of this movie, she is definitely the big draw of this movie. Watching Nimona, it's clear that a lot, if not most of the animation budget went into animating her character specifically. Add to this the voice acting of the very talented and experienced Chloë Grace Moretz and you have quite a gem on your hands. Her voice is like bubblegum. It feels like she can do just about anything with it. Her character is tragic in a way, and you really empathise with her sense of loneliness. All the other characters are well voiced and animated as well, with the character of Ballister functioning as the "straight man" (ironic term I know) to her wacky antics. This balance, though it's definitely been done before, works well.

    As for the visual style and the animation. It's all computer work (no motion capture on the faces far as I could tell), and at times it does look a little "video gamey" to me. This seems to have become a standard in the industry, especially when it comes to platforms like Netflix, so I won't complain about it for too long. The animation itself is definitely very well done. It's always lively and never feels stilted. I read that Nimona faced some production issues, so I suppose we should all be glad it even got made. I must say I really enjoyed the soundtrack as well. It really hit during some of those more somber beats in the story especially.

    I would recommend this movie to just about anyone.
    8vithiet

    I didn't know what to expect, but it wasn't that!

    I went in knowing nothing of the comics or the troubled production history, so I didn't have any expectations. I thought this would be just an entertaining animation movie on par with most Pixar products as I thought it would have more of an edge than Disney movies. So I was very pleasantly surprised by the originality and quality of Nimona! Yes, some parts are a bit predictable but in this day and age that's almost impossible to avoid so that's not an issue for me. But the rest, from the story to the directing and of course the gorgeous animation, is top notch and made me sad it was already over when the end credits rolled out! Highly recommended!
    8Johnny-the-Film-Sentinel-2187

    A shame Blue Sky Studios never finished it.

    Nimona has become a somewhat unique and troubled production, partly because it was based on a web comic that got its film rights picked up by Blue Sky Studios (sometime after Disney bought Fox I think) only to be cancelled after 75% of the film was completed; then Netflix and Annapurna Pictures came into the rescue and saved the film from oblivion. And it's become a success too: people are already making fan-art, remixes, and reviews are glowing for this unlikely underdog of a film.

    Now the film itself is like a cyberpunk Legend of Zelda mixed with trace elements of Blade Runner, Zootopia, Monster's Inc, Kick Ass, and the subversive fantasy tropes of Shrek (with additional satire for society and government institutions). It's also a good, briskly paced time in this medieval cyberpunk land of flying horse carriages, glowing swords and doe-eyed children evoking anime kids and Disney heart melters too. The vibe of this film... it's unlike anything from PIXAR, DreamWorks or even Blue Sky; and maybe that was part of the reason the project suddenly ceased to be. It's good that Netflix picked the film up RIGHT from where Blue Sky left off.

    Nimona has a world in it that's just begging to be explored even further, because the film itself is like the tip of an iceberg in a self-aware way with its in-universe life of dragon-themed cereals, toys and of course the soldiers being the Gate Keepers of a world dictated by myth. So what other myths exist in the world of Nimona? Who knows?

    As a film Nimona is un-pretentious entertainment that knows it's audience likes multilayered worlds that live beyond the screen, that animation is best when it's a remix of long-standing tropes and styles making for an experience that's unconventional yet it becomes a foundation in itself.

    Nimona gets 4/5 stars. 8/10 IMDb points.
    9talking_about_movies

    Surprising, Quirky and Heartfelt

    This was a huge surprise. Nimona won my heart with its spirited story and well thought out characters. I loved how it sneakily introduced so much humour into the story while maintaining a heartfelt plot that asked its characters questions regarding trust, belief and justice.

    One might argue that the story is predictable. But honestly, why even predict this storyline? The entire movie is so well executed - the characters are great, the chemistry between them is great, the direction is great, the soundtrack is great, the animation is artful, I honestly don't have the time to predict what's going to happen. All of it was easily enough for me to stay in the moment. If the execution was mediocre or bad, then yes, my mind would've started predicting and nitpicking the movie. This is the exact reason why a movie like Avatar works perfectly for me. That's the importance of executing a story perfectly.

    In fact, I actually didn't think the movie would take the direction that it did. And the emotionally-heavy final act of this movie, just tugged at my heartstrings.

    Nimona's character is actually brilliantly written. Her body language, mannerisms, touchy opinions about specific topics are the little things that are always really important to make a great character. This script did that very well. And some humour, I thought, was actually very innovative and that made it more hilarious. The fast pace, and the gutsy plot just elevated the thrill and entertainment. The chemistry between the 2 main characters is brilliantly done.

    This movie was a very surprising, entertaining and heartfelt experience and I'd highly recommend watching it. It's a Netflix original so it's available there.
    8EpeeBill

    Tons of fun, with a detail for everyone

    This animated movie is an adventure. The design of the world blends high-tech with mediaeval while mixing in a pop punk soundtrack that propels the on-screen action to a break-neck pace at times.

    This leaves us with a fantasy show suitable for kids but with a deeper message regarding tolerance, propaganda and control that adults will find themselves reflecting on after the mayhem has stopped.

    The tone can vary from Saturday morning cartoon silliness to the heartbreaking effects of isolation and loneliness, without inducing whiplash due to the carefully built characters on all sides of the story.

    Highly recommended. I just hope they release the complete soundtrack soon.

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    • Trivia
      Originally a production of Blue Sky Studios, the film was cancelled following Disney's shutdown of the studio in early 2021. At the time of its cancellation, the film was reportedly 70% finished in Layout. The film was revived by Annapurna and Netflix the following year. DNEG Animation completed all visuals for the finished film, including the titles, animation, and End Credits.
    • Goofs
      After the Director stabs Ambrosius through the abdomen with a sword, he falls down on the back with a sword still sticking up, seemingly clipping through the floor.
    • Quotes

      Nimona: Kids. Little kids. They grow up believing that they can be a hero if they drive a sword into the heart of anything different. And I'm the monster? I don't know what's scarier. The fact that everyone in this kingdom wants to run a sword through my heart... or that sometimes, I just wanna let 'em.

    • Crazy credits
      At the end of the credits, Nimona "tags" the screen with a graffiti-like Annapura logo
    • Connections
      Featured in AniMat's Crazy Cartoon Cast: Disney Cannot Catch A Break (2022)
    • Soundtracks
      The Tra La La Song (One Banana, Two Banana)
      Written by Mark Barkan and Ritchie Adams

      Performed by The Banana Splits

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    • Release date
      • June 30, 2023 (France)
    • Countries of origin
      • United States
      • United Kingdom
      • France
    • Official site
      • Official Netflix
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Німона
    • Filming locations
      • Greenwich, Connecticut, USA(Blue Sky Studios pre-production)
    • Production companies
      • Annapurna Animation
      • Annapurna Pictures
      • Double Negative (DNEG)
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    • Runtime
      1 hour 41 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Atmos
      • Dolby Digital
    • Aspect ratio
      • 2.35 : 1

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