RIVERDANCE: THE ANIMATED ADVENTURE (Video Release USA 2022)

Ben Meyers’ rating: 3.8|5.0 Starsììì

Riverdance: The Animated Adventure provides more understandable and relatable entertainment fare than Irish folklore films such as The Secret of the Kells or Song of the Sea. While river dancing may earn a reputation of some of the best dancing in Europe, the repetitive use of the dancing runs itself into the ground in this animated presentation. While the idea of the importance of keeping a lighthouse well lighted is relatable, it is difficult to understand the insertion of the Irish Elk and its place in this story. Nevertheless, the animation is fabulous, the story flows well, and it is an interesting watch.

Film Poster Courtesy of Wikipedia

Storyline 

A young boy does not want the responsibility of keeping the light house lit. 

Additional Thanks 

Thank you to Director Dave Rosenbaum and Eamonn Butler for directing efforts. Thank you to Producers Moya Doherty, Joel MacDonald, Adam Nagle, and Peter Nagle for making the film possible. Characters/cast include: Grandma (Pauline McLynn), Gatekeeper (John Kavanagh), Margot (Aisling Bea), and Huntsman (Brendan Gleeson). 

Buy a ticket? Yes? No? Maybe? 

Maybe. The movie works more as a children’s watch than an adult watch. 

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Ben Meyers