After playing the legendary Iron Man for a decade, Robert Downy Jr.’s post-Avengers film role was always going to be a risk. When he heard that he would be taking on the role of Dr. Dolittle, we feared disappointment. When we heard is awful Welsh accent in the trailer, we realized that disappointment was inevitable.

Following the death of his wife, Dr. Dolittle has taken himself off the grid and has retreated into an isolated existence. Of course, he has the company of CGI animals voiced by a host of B-listers. When Queen Victoria falls ill, she calls for the doctor personally and he must embark on a voyage to collect the healing fruit of the Eden tree so that she might be cured.

The cinematography is vibrant and the bright color palette will likely appeal to a younger audience. As with every animal live-action remake, the CGI mammals are realistic but lose an element of charm when they are brought to life. In terms of the plot, the adventure story is suitable for kids but falls flat in terms of family watching. Too many of the jokes just aren’t funny and the script is dull at best.

One of the positive elements of the movie is the times that we get glimpses of what Dr. Dolittle looks like from the outside looking in. We see him communicating with these animals making bizarre non-sensical noises as he lives out his reclusive existence. We are then pulled into the scene where we can experience the interaction they are having in English. In this way, we are reminded of the absurdity of the story while being invited into a strange, magical world.

Unfortunately, the redeeming features of Dolittle are limited. As a movie for kids, it does the trick, but there have already been too many adaptations of the story to justify making another. Overall, the colorful feature falls flat and Robert Downy Jr. might want to consider re-entering the superhero business.

2/5

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Dolittle, which is Robert Downey Jr.’s first project following Marvel retirement, sees Downey’s Dolittle setting sail with some furry friends. 

The reimagining of the classic story about a man who could speak to animals is an adaptation of the 1920s children’s book by Hugh Lofting titled Voyage of Doctor Dolittle.

The film picks up seven years after Dolittle has lost his wife. What ensues is a quest to save the Queen of England — “We have no choice but to embark on this perilous journey,” he says.

Tom Holland, Emma Thompson, Ralph Fiennes, Kumail Nanjiani, Octavia Spencer, John Cena, Rami Malek, Craig Robinson, Marion Cotillard, Frances de la Tour, and Carmen Ejogo voice star in the feature from Universal Pictures. 

Dolittle hits cinemas on January 17, 2020. 

Watch the trailer below!

The post Watch: Robert Downey Jr. in First “Dolittle” Trailer appeared first on Entertainment For Us.

After playing the legendary Iron Man for a decade, Robert Downy Jr.’s post-Avengers film role was always going to be a risk. When he heard that he would be taking on the role of Dr. Dolittle, we feared disappointment. When we heard is awful Welsh accent in the trailer, we realized that disappointment was inevitable.

Following the death of his wife, Dr. Dolittle has taken himself off the grid and has retreated into an isolated existence. Of course, he has the company of CGI animals voiced by a host of B-listers. When Queen Victoria falls ill, she calls for the doctor personally and he must embark on a voyage to collect the healing fruit of the Eden tree so that she might be cured.

The cinematography is vibrant and the bright color palette will likely appeal to a younger audience. As with every animal live-action remake, the CGI mammals are realistic but lose an element of charm when they are brought to life. In terms of the plot, the adventure story is suitable for kids but falls flat in terms of family watching. Too many of the jokes just aren’t funny and the script is dull at best.

One of the positive elements of the movie is the times that we get glimpses of what Dr. Dolittle looks like from the outside looking in. We see him communicating with these animals making bizarre non-sensical noises as he lives out his reclusive existence. We are then pulled into the scene where we can experience the interaction they are having in English. In this way, we are reminded of the absurdity of the story while being invited into a strange, magical world.

Unfortunately, the redeeming features of Dolittle are limited. As a movie for kids, it does the trick, but there have already been too many adaptations of the story to justify making another. Overall, the colorful feature falls flat and Robert Downy Jr. might want to consider re-entering the superhero business.

2/5

The post We Didn’t Need the “Dolittle” Remake appeared first on Entertainment For Us.

Dolittle, which is Robert Downey Jr.’s first project following Marvel retirement, sees Downey’s Dolittle setting sail with some furry friends. 

The reimagining of the classic story about a man who could speak to animals is an adaptation of the 1920s children’s book by Hugh Lofting titled Voyage of Doctor Dolittle.

The film picks up seven years after Dolittle has lost his wife. What ensues is a quest to save the Queen of England — “We have no choice but to embark on this perilous journey,” he says.

Tom Holland, Emma Thompson, Ralph Fiennes, Kumail Nanjiani, Octavia Spencer, John Cena, Rami Malek, Craig Robinson, Marion Cotillard, Frances de la Tour, and Carmen Ejogo voice star in the feature from Universal Pictures. 

Dolittle hits cinemas on January 17, 2020. 

Watch the trailer below!

The post Watch: Robert Downey Jr. in First “Dolittle” Trailer appeared first on Entertainment For Us.