“It was the heist before Christmas.”
The Grinch is a 2018 animated fantasy comedy about a green recluse who decides to spoil Christmas for the cheerful town of Whoville. As the holiday preparations build, he puts a plan in motion to disrupt the celebration and keep the season from arriving as planned. A small Who with a generous spirit becomes part of the story, shifting the balance of his scheme.
The film was made in the United States and runs 85 minutes. It is built around the title character, voiced by Benedict Cumberbatch, whose sharp wit and restless schemes drive the action. Rashida Jones is among the voices in the cast, helping bring Whoville’s holiday world to life. The adaptation keeps its focus on the contrast between the Grinch’s isolation and the community he targets.
Set in a bright, wintry world, the film leans into Christmas imagery, playful fantasy and a light comic tone. Its story plays with loneliness, belonging and the pull between mischief and generosity. Even when the Grinch’s plans grow elaborate, the mood stays colorful and brisk.
The film was made in the United States and runs 85 minutes. It is built around the title character, voiced by Benedict Cumberbatch, whose sharp wit and restless schemes drive the action. Rashida Jones is among the voices in the cast, helping bring Whoville’s holiday world to life. The adaptation keeps its focus on the contrast between the Grinch’s isolation and the community he targets.
Set in a bright, wintry world, the film leans into Christmas imagery, playful fantasy and a light comic tone. Its story plays with loneliness, belonging and the pull between mischief and generosity. Even when the Grinch’s plans grow elaborate, the mood stays colorful and brisk.
Reviews
6.9 / 10