A playful, ridiculous and energetic film, “The Day the Earth Blew Up: A Looney Tunes Movie” reunites the world with the wacky familiar duo of Daffy Duck and Porky Pig in a magnificently absurd feature film that pleases those of all ages.
Daffy and Porky have found themselves in yet another predicament. After their childhood home is damaged, they become employed at a chewing gum factory so they can repair it. Then, a radioactive goo from an alien mastermind combines with the gum and brainwashes the entire town, leaving Daffy, Porky, and Petunia to save the world. Yep, that’s the plot.
The film conveys the themes of bravery and friendship,s even through the constant flood of jokes and silliness. The characters are faced with an important situation, and must overcome their struggles through resiliency, bravery and friendship. Daffy and Porky’s story dives into their strong relationship from childhood to present day.
The film, at times, feels like an actual episode from the original cartoons. Various settings transport the audience to not just different scenes, but different moods. Blending elements of nostalgia, humor and fear, the story is spun together into a ball of energy.
The animation is spectacular. The film is strengthened with its eye-catching vibrancy. Characters are drawn to complex detail, while the setting is more basic and relaxed, emphasizing the characters’ looney features.
There is a fun soundtrack as well. By mixing dramatic orchestra music with new and original Daffy and Porky melodies with R.E.M.’s “It’s The End Of The World As We Know It,” multiple emotions are brought out throughout the film.
At its core, it is a family movie, but it is also a throwback to the looney world of Daffy and Porky. The film is an amusing experience with a perfect balance of humor and action. “The Day the Earth Blew Up: A Looney Tunes Movie” is absolutely hilarious. Gather up a crowd and watch the film before it leaves theaters. That’s all folks.
