The Naughty Nine is definitely a movie targeted to the younger generation. The kids actually LOVED the entire movie and I'm sure if they be the ones reviewing, it would be a 5/5. For myself, it had its disturbing moments, but I have to say it wasn't too bad. I've seen a lot of peoples reviews on it and understand the frustration. I don't believe a child should be calling a grown man a (hottie) Disney could have did without that part and shouldn't have allowed that child to wear makeup at all. The overall character description of Jon Anthony was fine with me but those 2 things should have been taken out. For the sensitive people upset about the (Dad's) get over it. They merely did anything at all and were more so fill ins for family background. The girls enjoyed Hayoon the most and the boys enjoyed Albert. Both were great in my opinion, and they did a number in their acting. A lot of the manipulated imagery was masterfully put together. I'd imagine that's what Santa's village truly looks like. There was a sense of nostalgia at the village. Connected with it well as it looked like well-known past Christmas movies. The editor could have spent a little more time on the actors expressions. That would have helped a lot with the extension of scenes and give us viewers a connection to how some of the actors felt during certain moments. I felt like it was very rushed and quick to skip to the next scene. The diversity in elves and cultures was very fulfilling to see but even trying to get to spot everything was rushed. I'd appreciate being able to enjoy the time. The inclusion of the boy elf with down syndrome was such a special touch and also a big reason I enjoyed this movie. Danny Glover in the teaser was what had me eager to watch this film but he did not meet my expectations. His words and actions seemed very slowed and he looked like he was forced to be on the movie. Considering there is a sequel I'd enjoy for the movie to spend time getting to know some of the kids backgrounds. Understandably I know it isn't possible to get all of their story lines but I personally connect to movies based off the family connections. Maybe spend more time with the most impressionable characters like Albert and Hayoon. Honestly Albert is the naughty in all of us adults so I'd really enjoy seeing him more. Something has to give with Glover as Santa or a lead up to someone else taking over cause I cannot bare watching him I'd feel part of the problem, let him rest. My kids enjoyed this movie at the end of the day and for that I enjoyed it also. It has been ongoing in my household so hopefully Disney hits the target with the sequel. I'm rooting for the comeback so please don't disappoint!
Review of The Naughty Nine
