Dongeng Sang Kancil

Review of Sang Kancil: The Movie

Sang Kancil: The Movie attempts to retell the beloved Malaysian folklore about Sang Kancil, the clever mousedeer known for his quick wit in outsmarting larger and stronger animals. Unfortunately, this cinematic adaptation strays far from the charm and values of the original folktales. While some modernizations can enhance traditional stories, this film misfires by prioritizing excessive action and violence over the core essence of storytelling, resulting in a muddled narrative that leaves viewers, particularly its intended child audience, confused and uninspired.

First and foremost, one glaring issue is the inappropriate incorporation of violent elements. The traditional Sang Kancil stories are renowned for their cleverness, where intelligence triumphs over brute strength. These tales were meant to convey important life lessons, such as the value of wisdom, the dangers of greed, and the importance of compassion. However, the film dilutes these themes by focusing on prolonged action scenes, including unnecessary battles and physical confrontations that seem more suited for a superhero or martial arts film than a children's folk tale. The over-reliance on violence raises serious concerns about the film's messaging. Are children being encouraged to appreciate wit and resourcefulness, or are they instead being desensitized to aggression?

The action sequences, while technically well-executed in terms of animation, dominate the film to the point of undermining its narrative flow. What should be light-hearted, humorous, and filled with clever tricks instead becomes a spectacle of long, drawn-out confrontations that feel repetitive and exhausting. For example, scenes involving extended chases or fights between Kancil and his enemies drag on far too long, losing the tight pacing and charm that make the original stories so engaging. Instead of showcasing the Kancil's intellect through smart, humorous escapes, these sequences feel more like attempts to cater to action-hungry audiences, which is highly questionable given the target market of young children.

Furthermore, the core character of Sang Kancil feels poorly represented. Traditionally depicted as a small but cunning hero, he embodies humility and intelligence. In this film, not only does his design lack the appealing cuteness that has endeared him to generations of children, but his personality feels underdeveloped. He comes across as overly confident and aggressive rather than charming and witty. This shift in characterization makes it difficult for viewers to connect with him emotionally. The Kancil's role in Malaysian folklore is to inspire admiration for brains over brawn, but this film fails to deliver that message effectively.

The visual representation of Kancil is also disappointing. Animated characters in children's films should be designed to be appealing and relatable. However, in Sang Kancil: The Movie, the titular character's design is strangely unappealing. He lacks the softness and expressive features typically associated with characters aimed at younger audiences. Instead of a lovable, mischievous figure, this Kancil appears sharp and unfriendly, which detracts from his role as a likable protagonist.

Perhaps the most frustrating aspect of the film is its lack of clear thematic direction. What is the purpose of this adaptation? Is it meant to promote the rich cultural heritage of Malaysian folklore, or is it simply an action-packed spectacle? The narrative seems torn between these two objectives, and as a result, it achieves neither. The film's focus on violence overshadows any attempt at conveying moral lessons, and the charm of the original stories is entirely lost.

In conclusion, Sang Kancil: The Movie is a disappointing attempt at modernizing a beloved folklore character. Its misplaced emphasis on violence, overlong action scenes, and poorly designed protagonist fail to capture the spirit of the original tales. This raises important questions about the appropriateness of content for young audiences. While updating traditional stories for contemporary viewers is a commendable endeavor, such adaptations should stay true to the core values that made the stories timeless. Unfortunately, this film misses the mark entirely, leaving little more than a confusing and unsettling experience for children and nostalgic viewers alike.

While You Expected Some Cute or Funny Movie For Little Kancil. Well Buckle Up Kids Cause You're About To Witness Some Very Few Genre. Drama - Action - Thriller All Together in Blender. And Not To Mention An Kinda 10% Style Happy Tree Friends. Well It's Not Very Violence For P12. If it's 16-18 than yeah Should be Scared of. Onto The Plot Kancil Was About To Find that Evil Creature That Killed Her Mother. And man This one are really Good After BoBoiBoy The Movie 2 I watched and Some Other Gred A Malaysian Animated movie. This One Is Very Great Plot. Story. Stunning Animation. Soundtrack. Funny Dialog And Scene That Can Be Laugh On Certain Point. And A Lot's of em. I'm Definitely Gotta Rate This To A a infinity. Was A Great Advanture For This Movie.

I watched this movie because I love their popular work "Upin Ipin" that I have watched since I was a small kid until today and i am in my 30s. I expect some good heartwarming kids movie, but... instead I got some heartwarming kids movie plus some vibe of happy three friend if you know you know. Is it that violent? Its animal anyway and of course animal behave that way but is it unnecessary to show the graphic that way where they can play the camera around to hide it a bit and make it kid friendly. I dont know what happen behind the scene but its weird for them to choose that way. By the way, its not the whole time violent, just some part but it is too graphic. Seriously I dont know what they are thinking.

Dongeng Sang Kancil is a delightful retelling of one of Southeast Asia's most cherished folktales. The story follows Sang Kancil, the clever and resourceful mouse deer, as he uses his wit to outsmart predators and navigate challenges in the jungle. The vibrant animation, expressive voice acting, and traditional music create an immersive experience while teaching values like intelligence, courage, and kindness. Perfect for all ages, this film is both entertaining and culturally enriching.

Rating: 10/10 - The traditional music and expressive voice acting enhance the cultural authenticity, making it a nostalgic yet timeless watch. This delightful tale is a must-see for anyone who appreciates folklore with a moral message.

The movies is actually quite good and have some good humor. But the violence is to fine,a cartoonish vibe. And the cinematography is pure good and the style is more like combination of 2d and 3d which look like american animation film for example puss in boots:the last wish. It is pure cinema but the violence isn't too much but just too cartoonish. This make a movie look like a style of american film. What I expect is that there a music which is I don't like even the movie is cartoon that have dark side,it still good but I give 10 out of 10 because this movie is a vibe. I hope there is another sequel.