Rock-A-Doodle

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Elizabeth E. @RT97491567 Mar 30 Okay. Is it a fever dream? Yes. But it's OUR collective fever dream! This movie was ingrained into my head as a child. I legitimately thought I dreamed it until I found it available for streaming. I think it's the childhood fever dream nostalgia of seeing this on TV in the 90s or on a VHS tape recording but that's what makes it a 4 instead of a 3. It just has so much charm to it and it's perfect to watch when you're sick! Lean into the fever dream and Let's Rock 😎🎸 See more TheMovieSearch R @TheMovieSearch Feb 1 Rock-A-Doodle is an animated film I had never fully watched before, so finally sitting down to see it was an interesting experience. The animation is decent for its time, and the concept of a young boy entering a cartoon world is cute and imaginative. Chanticleer is a fun, energetic character, and Tattoo the dog adds charm and humor. The characters overall are likable and easy to enjoy. However, the movie feels very dated. Unlike many animated classics that feel timeless, this one feels old and dry in places. The story never fully pulls you in, and many moments fail to connect emotionally. While the ideas are solid, the execution feels flat and underdeveloped. It’s enjoyable in small doses and works best for very young kids, but it doesn’t leave a lasting impression. Overall, it’s a harmless, cute watch, but not a memorable one. See more sweet and sour T @Lexie777 Dec 12 I hope my good friend can see it! They'd love it See more Brandt A @RT98289659 Jul 19 This was such a a big part of my childhood (I'm 40). I loved and still love Hunch!! Great character. This movie has a few plot holes but it makes for a good time. See more Matty D @Matty927 06/15/2025 Rock-a-doodle is a complex, if at times a bit clunky, animated feature full of heart. The story of rooster Chanticleer is about purpose and our beliefs, what motivates and drives us. Chanticleer the sun-raising rooster becomes the big city King swinger, surrounded by women, fast cars, and money. It’s a story that goes on today more than thirty years after this film’s release. Chanticleer’s story is only stunted by Edmund’s, the live action farm boy, who wants to help his family during a time of crisis. I’m not sure why this was in live action, if only to bring in a touch of early 90s cinema magic. While Edmund’s story and motivations are well-rounded, the cinematography is stilted as to not scare little children and this hinders Edmund’s plot. The film’s other problem is memorable songs for its barn owl villain and his army—there are none. However, the songs Chanticleer sings are nothing short of lively and character-driven, with a show stopping opening number. Rock-a-doodle may not reach the emotional or musical heights of The Lion King, but as a barnyard fable with something to say, it is always entertaining and engaging. I loved this film as a toddler and still love it today as an adult. See more Stephen C @bob25009 06/14/2025 Funny in 1 hour and 17 minutes!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Dubbed and subtitled in worldwide studios!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Filmed on April 03rd, 1992, in color!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Celebrating 35 years in 2027!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Copyright 1992-2025 by Amazon MGM Studios!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! See more Read all reviews

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