Gnomeo & Juliet (U)
- Starring: James McAvoy, Emily Blunt, Michael Caine, Jason Statham, Maggie Smith, Patrick Stewart, Ashley Jensen, Jim Cummings
- Director: Kelly Asbury
- Duration: 84 mins
- Year: 2011
"Gnomeo & Juliet," Shakespeare's revered tale gets a comical, off-the-wall makeover. Gnomeo and Juliet, who have as many obstacles to overcome as their quasi namesakes when they are caught up in a feud between neighbours. But with plastic pink flamingos and thrilling lawnmower races in the mix, can this young couple find a happy ending?
Reviews
Alison Rowat's Review
Romeo, Juliet, Gnomeo, Juliet? What’s in a name, as some English playwright bloke once said.
Shakespeare’s tale of star-crossed lovers is given the animation treatment in this sparky family comedy, with James McAvoy and Emily Blunt leading the voices.
Lots of silliness and jokes that would make a panto writer blush will keep young ones happy, while adults can play-match the voice to the actor.
Elton John and David Furnish are producers, which accounts for the Elton-heavy, back catalogue-shifting, but still great soundtrack. Prams don’t buy themselves, you know.