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Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs

PG Released Jul 1, 2009 1h 34m Kids & Family Comedy Adventure Animation TRAILER for Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs: Trailer 1 List
46% Tomatometer 165 Reviews 63% Popcornmeter 250,000+ Ratings
After Sid (John Leguizamo) pilfers some dinosaur eggs, Manny (Ray Romano), Diego (Denis Leary) and the rest of their prehistoric pals enter a mysterious, underground world to rescue the hapless sloth. During the course of their mission, the gang encounters many creatures great and small, including hungry carnivores and a relentless, dinosaur-hunting weasel named Buck. Read More Read Less
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Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs boasts some excellent animation -- in particular, the dinosaurs are wonderfully realized -- but its story is tired and monotonous.

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Shubhra Gupta The Indian Express The third part of the Ice Age saga suffers from franchise fatigue—the critters, most of whom we are familiar with from the past couple of films, and some that have been added in, don’t really get to do much that’s fresh and new. Jan 29, 2018 Full Review Andrea Gronvall Chicago Reader The manic pace quickly grows tiresome, as does the influx of cloying baby animals. Aug 20, 2009 Full Review Ryan Stewart Slant Magazine This third entry in the animated kiddie series appears to be more, um, fair and balanced. Rated: 2/4 Jul 6, 2009 Full Review EscribiendoCine Staff EscribiendoCine Once again, technology is at the service of a precise script that revolves around family and friends... [Full review in Spanish] Rated: 6/10 May 28, 2024 Full Review Brian Eggert Deep Focus Review It’s a completely unnecessary sequel so unbearably unimaginative that it feels like a tired obligation being fulfilled by the begrudging talent to appease a studio’s need for sequel marketability. Rated: 1.5/4 Sep 4, 2023 Full Review Leigh Paatsch Herald Sun (Australia) An engaging third instalment in the hit series of animated comedies about a group of oddball prehistoric creatures. Rated: 3/5 Nov 17, 2020 Full Review Read all reviews

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Prince S This is the Best Animated Movie when I was a Little, The Animation, Plot, Composer by John Powell, and Best Scenes, I love it, And I did watched couple Time a Lot. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 08/29/24 Full Review Lucy T This is the best Ice Age film! It is a Certified Fresh movie really. Love Buck the weasel. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 08/24/24 Full Review Mbake' A grazie fox per sto ottimo film Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 07/25/24 Full Review Jack N Pretty forgettable and more focused toward kids than the family, but ok overall. Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars 06/24/24 Full Review Autobot C "Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs" is a thrilling and heartwarming addition to the beloved animated franchise, delivering a prehistoric adventure that's bigger, bolder, and more exhilarating than ever before. Released in 2009 and directed by Carlos Saldanha, this third installment takes Manny, Sid, Diego, and their friends on an unforgettable journey into a world filled with dinosaurs. As the ice age begins to thaw, Manny the woolly mammoth, voiced by Ray Romano; Sid the sloth, voiced by John Leguizamo; and Diego the saber-toothed tiger, voiced by Denis Leary, discover an underground world populated by dinosaurs, including the fiercely protective mommy T-Rex, voiced by Queen Latifah. Alongside new allies, such as the fearless weasel Buck, voiced by Simon Pegg, the gang embarks on a daring rescue mission to save Sid from the clutches of a dinosaur nest. What sets "Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs" apart is its ambitious scope and boundless imagination. The film's clever script, written by Michael Berg and Peter Ackerman, seamlessly blends humor, action, and heartwarming moments into an entertaining and emotionally resonant story. From high-stakes chase sequences to heartwarming character arcs, the film offers something for audiences of all ages to enjoy. The animation in "Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs" is nothing short of breathtaking, with stunningly detailed environments, fluid character animation, and vibrant colors that bring the prehistoric world to life in stunning detail. From lush jungles to treacherous caverns, the film's visual aesthetic is both immersive and enchanting, transporting audiences to a world teeming with life and adventure. The voice cast of "Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs" delivers standout performances once again, with Romano, Leguizamo, Leary, Latifah, and Pegg reprising their roles with charm, wit, and depth. The chemistry between the characters is palpable, resulting in dynamic and memorable interactions that tug at the heartstrings and leave a lasting impression. Overall, "Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs" is a thrilling and heartwarming adventure that captures the magic of the original while expanding the scope of the franchise in exciting new ways. Whether you're a longtime fan of the series or new to the world of Manny, Sid, and Diego, this film is sure to entertain and delight with its humor, heart, and breathtaking animation. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 06/09/24 Full Review Emilliano Jr S As they always say, third movie always is the worst. Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars 04/26/24 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis After Sid (John Leguizamo) pilfers some dinosaur eggs, Manny (Ray Romano), Diego (Denis Leary) and the rest of their prehistoric pals enter a mysterious, underground world to rescue the hapless sloth. During the course of their mission, the gang encounters many creatures great and small, including hungry carnivores and a relentless, dinosaur-hunting weasel named Buck.
Director
Carlos Saldanha
Producer
John C. Donkin, Lori Forte
Screenwriter
Michael Berg, Peter Ackerman, Mike Reiss, Yoni Brenner
Distributor
20th Century Fox
Production Co
Twentieth Century Fox, Blue Sky Studios
Rating
PG (Some Mild Rude Humor|Peril)
Genre
Kids & Family, Comedy, Adventure, Animation
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Jul 1, 2009, Wide
Release Date (Streaming)
Aug 4, 2014
Runtime
1h 34m
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