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Hitpig! Review: An Eccentric Adventure in Animation

Examining the creative character designs and standout vocal performances that bring the story's animals to life

Arash Nahandian by Arash Nahandian
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Based on a story by cartoonist Berkeley Breathed, Hitpig is an animated comedy from British studio Ani venture. We meet Hitpig, a bounty hunter pig who has a change of heart after being hired to capture dancing elephant Pickles from her abusive circus owner employer, the eccentric Leapin’ Lord.

Directed by David Feiss and Cinzia Angelini, the film explores Hitpig and Pickles bonding on a whimsical journey that challenges Hitpig’s views on friendship, compassion, and his career choices.

Jason Sudeikis lends his voice to the gruff yet good-hearted Hitpig. Kids will love the hilarious performances from Rainn Wilson as the unhinged Leapin’ Lord and RuPaul as a flatulent polecat. The movie’s intended audience is young children, incorporating heartfelt messages about kindness alongside silly humor and colorful characters.

In this review, we’ll take a look at the plot and how Hitpig and Pickles’ relationship develops. We’ll examine the voice acting and animated world. While the movie has its flaws, Hitpig’s heart is in the right place, offering kids an offbeat adventure with lessons about doing the right thing.

Hitpig’s Heartwarming Adventure

Based on a story by cartoonist Berkeley Breathed, Hitpig is an animated comedy from British studio Aniventure. We meet Hitpig, a bounty hunter pig who has a change of heart after being hired to capture dancing elephant Pickles from her abusive circus owner employer, the eccentric Leapin’ Lord.

Directed by David Feiss and Cinzia Angelini, the film explores Hitpig and Pickles bonding on a whimsical journey that challenges Hitpig’s views on friendship, compassion, and his career choices.

Jason Sudeikis lends his voice to the gruff yet good-hearted Hitpig. Kids will love the hilarious performances from Rainn Wilson as the unhinged Leapin’ Lord and RuPaul as a flatulent polecat. The movie’s intended audience is young children, incorporating heartfelt messages about kindness alongside silly humor and colorful characters.

At first, Hitpig sees his job to capture runaway elephant Pickles as just another payday. But when he finds the delicate pachyderm, she mistakes him for a rescuer instead of a bounty hunter. As Pickles joyfully shows Hitpig her spirited side, his perspective begins to shift. The pair embark on a globetrotting adventure, joined by an eccentric gang of friends. Along the way, Hitpig gains a new appreciation for Pickles’ free spirit and learns the importance of compassion.

However, their bond is tested when they must face Leapin’ Lord, Pickles’ abusive former owner intent on reclaiming her. The plot moves at a brisk pace through hilarious hijinks. While the story feels episodic at times, at its heart is the sweet friendship between unlikely duo Hitpig and Pickles. Their journey shows that empathy and kindness can help us see past surface differences to the soul within.

The Creatures of Hitpig

The animated world of Hitpig introduces an eclectic cast of characters. At the center is the grizzled bounty hunter Hitpig, voiced with perfect sarcasm by Jason Sudeikis. We first meet Hitpig focused narrowly on his work, but over the film he develops a caring heart. Through bonding with Pickles, Hitpig learns life’s richer experiences aren’t found alone.

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In contrast stands the oddball Leapin’ Lord, wonderfully unhinged by Rainn Wilson. As Pickles’ former circus owner, his sole motivation seems torturing others to fuel his fragile ego. Lord epitomizes disregard for others’ well-being. Deeper layers are hinted at but left unexplored.

Supporting players like fiery Polecat and brawling Koala entertains through quirks without real personalities. Super Rooster offers fun but feels tacked on. While adding verve, these secondary figures lack dimension.

The soul of Hitpig lies in its star odd couple. Under Sudeikis and Singh’s voices, Hitpig and Pickles’ growing respect creates the heart hitting its mark. Their relationship shifts Hitpig from lone wolf to family man. It’s a shame more time wasn’t spent fleshing out their touching bond.

Creatively designed and voiced, Hitpig’s characters showcase potential for colorful life lessons. But most remain one-note gags instead of fully realized beings. It’s a missed chance to strengthen empathy, the movie’s intended themes. Still, kids likely find the quirks and conflicts captivating.

Hitpig’s Animated World

Hitpig transports viewers to a vivid world brought to life through vibrant animation. On a relatively modest budget, the artistic spirit of Berkeley Breathed’s designs translates impressively to the screen.

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Eccentric animal individuals like Hitpig showcase a creative flair, embodying humor through their expressive faces and figures. Subtle details enrich the bounty hunter’s van and the oddball locales. While not on par with blockbuster productions, animation quality succeeds in drawing audiences into the offbeat setting.

Standout sequences like a hot air balloon festival utilize visual gags to their comedic potential. Complex environments emerge with imagination. Yet inconsistencies appear at times, with less polish on minor characters. Technical faults disrupt full investment in the narrative.

This places Hitpig in an intriguing middle ground. While not reaching animation’s highest peaks, its animation exceeds expectations of low-budget movies. Imperfections feel pardonable for a scrappy underdog film. Overall, the flawed yet charming visuals reflect Hitpig’s heart. They effectively bring Breathed’s odd but lovable animals to the screen.

If smoothing rougher spots, Hitpig’s animation could have soared higher. As is, it creatively translates its creator’s style—fitting for a story celebrating unlikely friendships that blossom beyond surface faults. Animation plays a role, but heart matters most for this offbeat story.

Hitpig’s Voiced World

As Hitpig, Jason Sudeikis brings charm and wit to the animated bounty hunter. With sarcasm and subtle emotion, Sudeikis’ vocal performance ensures Hitpig’s gruff exterior can’t hide his good-hearted spirit. Rainn Wilson excels as well, injecting the unhinged Leapin’ Lord with manic hilarity.

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But where the leading roles soar, not all supporting voices climb as high. RuPaul delivers Polecat with gusto yet lacks nuance. Flatulence becomes the character, not a fleshed-out being. Some extras fade into the background without distinctive flair.

One gets the sense stronger casting directorial could have occurred. With care paid to each character’s vocal architecture, the world of Hitpig might feel fuller. Its residents demand depth beyond superficial quirks.

Still, where the material comes up short, talented laryngists like Sudeikis carry much of the show. Not all voice work hits bullseyes, yet what connects frequently flows from these masters. Their passion ensures Hitpig’s heart resonates, making up for weaker links in the chain.

While inconsistencies in the vocal booth prevent Hitpig from maximum animation immersion, laughter roots from where commitment shines through. Sudeikis and Wilson embrace their roles completely, infusing laughs and feels that strengthen Hitpig’s offbeat essence.

Hitpig’s Quest for Balance

With good intentions, Hitpig aims to please with laughs and lessons. Yet finding harmony proves tricky for the animated adventure. The movie strives to blend zany comedy with meaningful themes of compassion, but balancing the scales creates clashes.

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Slapstick potty humor lands some giggles, fitting Hitpig’s cartoonish realm. However, overreliance on such lowbrow jokes undermines attempts at resonant heart. When stakes stay silly rather than sincere, emotional impact gets diluted.

Visually, Hitpig lacks a signature voice. While creativity sparks, similarities to DreamWorks fare veil unique flair. Stronger visual identity could have amplified atmosphere.

Tone shifts likewise induce whiplash. Darker notes sit oddly next to targeted youth. Saturday morning hijinks clash with occasional dystopian drear. Confusion replaces clarity of focus.

Yet ambition merits praise where passion shows. Risky plot diversions, when landing, display imaginings animation needs more of. Hitpig refuses predictable paths, a virtue in its own right.

Flaws mar aspirations to entertain across ages and genders. Yet kernels of kindness permeate. Hitpig’s quest hints that with polish, its soulful core might spread lighthearted levity with gravitas as deftly as masters of the craft.

Hitpig’s Heart with Room for Growth

With Hitpig, anime fans join a world of quirky creativity courtesy of Berkeley Breathed. While the movie maintains bold vision, uneven execution holds it back from greatness.

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Vibrant characters like Hitpig and Lord entertain, aided by sharp vocal work. Yet narrative gaps and thin supporting roles undermine full investment. A tighter storytelling approach could have strengthened stakes.

Technical aspects impress given limited means. But lacking a signature visual flair hinders Hitpig from standing out in a cluttered field. With refinement, the animation quality might have soared higher.

Hitpig aims to please all ages yet struggles to find just the right tone. Too dark for toddlers, too silly for teens, it struggles to find footing. A clearer focus may have balanced themes and giggles.

Still, one must admire ambitious swings despite misses. Original and undeterred from risks, Hitpig shows promise. With polish shaping scattered moments into cohesive wholes, its heart could yet shine through.

While not for all, young children may delight in Hitpig’s hijinks. Others may find moments that entertain. With care to strengthen flaws, its heart and humor could captivate wider audiences on future adventures.

The Review

Hitpig!

7 Score

At its core, Hitpig aims to delight with whimsy and warmth. Though inconsistencies undermine tighter storytelling, the animation brings Berkeley Breathed's zany vision to life. Sudeikis and Wilson help buoy likeable leads, even when supporting roles could be more fully realized. While it may not please all crowds, Hitpig refuses easy routes with innovations that, polished further, could resonate more broadly. Young viewers will giggle at the absurd antics, and patience finds enjoyment amid roughness.

PROS

  • Creative character designs and vibrant animated world bring Breathed's comic to life.
  • Strong vocal performances from leads Sudeikis and Wilson
  • Humor and heart shine through at times despite flaws.
  • Original plot and risks taken, even if not all pay off.
  • Young children may connect with silly antics.

CONS

  • Uneven narrative feels disjointed and episodic.
  • Thin character development beyond quirks
  • Tone inconsistently shifts between comedy and drama.
  • Lacks signature visual identity or emotional depth of major films
  • Overdoes jokes at times at expense of compelling story

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Tags: AnittaCinzia AngeliniComedyDavid FeissFamilyFeaturedHitpig!Isabella SummersJason SudeikisLilly SinghPeter DinklageRainn WilsonRuPaul
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