Madagascar is a Comedy & Animation Milestone | A Wild Review

[@SupremeLeaderKimJong-un]

Not only is it an animation milestone, it also made more people aware of Madagascar's existence and its wildlife and why it's so important to protect them. Deforestation is still an ongoing issue there and it's eroding the island's precious and unique biodiversity. Nature is a beautiful thing. Nature is the purest portal to inner-peace

[@EveryMan-yz1ce]

What can I do to help stop the deforestation there?

[@chrisbrasel8060]

@@EveryMan-yz1ce By talking about what's happening in Madagascar and the rest of the remaining wildlife and trees across the globe and maybe donate to a cause that'll plant more trees as we cut them down. Just some suggestions.

[@n19ntendods]

I don’t get why people dislike this movie, let alone this franchise so much. Despite not being as smart or emotional as Shrek, Kung Fu Panda, and How to Train Your Dragon, Madagascar is still fun for the whole family. I mean, how can u not love King Julien?

[@chilathecreativefox9098]

The reviewer, The Media Hunter, didn't love Julien.

[@Mariofanaticanimations]

Madagascar 4 should’ve been made since it was after the commercial failure of Penguins of Madagascar

[@EveryoneIsAnIdiotExceptForMe]

People look for reasons to shit on Madagascar, especially the first one.

[@loudkinglover2203]

Fun Fact: During production,Melman was originally going to be an Okapi but was changed to a giraffe to make his species more familiar.

[@CarloPanis-u3w]

Fun fact: Madonna, Gwen Stefani, and Jennifer Lopez were supposed to voice Gloria. But Jada Pinkett Smith was the perfect voice for Gloria.

[@greshaminc156]

I’m happy that you reviewed Madagascar. Madagascar was definitely one of the funniest and computer animated films I’ve ever seen since my childhood. I really love the insane humor Dreamworks delivers us, and the cartoony cgi is very revolutionary for the time. I even like how the characters like Marty can be relatable at times. Now it’s time to making a cracking review of Wallace and Gromit: The Curse of the Were Rabbit

[@Starwarsfanboy0928]

What a coincidence we’re jumping from one Dreamworks movie to the next. Okay, technically the next movie is from Aardman, but it does count for America.

[@garveyneal1672]

I have to agree with you Wallace and gromit: The curse of the Were-rabbit is one of the best animated horror comedies i’ve ever scene.

[@greshaminc156]

@@garveyneal1672 Same

[@greshaminc156]

@@Starwarsfanboy0928 True

[@Starwarsfanboy0928]

@@greshaminc156 True. Good timing that he is reviewing it in October.

[@awesomeproductions7755]

*SO* glad they didn't go for the overused "liar revealed" trope and instead had the dramatic focus be on Alex losing himself to his newfound wild instincts. Props to DreamWorks for doing that in a time when "liar revealed" plots were *EVERYWHERE* in animated films.

[@themultiversebrodcast8706]

Which is exactly what happend with the 2nd movie during the fight scene.

[@cintronproductions9430]

@@themultiversebrodcast8706 Yeah but even then it wasn't really Alex being revealed as a liar but rather Alex clarifying that yes, he is the King of New York but that's his stage name, and while he should have been more specific with his parents, to be fair to him they didn't really ask why he was known as king and Alex assumed the fight was going to be a dance fight, especially after being manipulated by discount Scar.

[@awesomeproductions7755]

@@cintronproductions9430 Didn't it happen *FOR REAL* in the third film, though?

[@themultiversebrodcast8706]

@@cintronproductions9430 yea, I agree that he should have been more specific, especially since they haven't seen him ever since his abduction.

[@cintronproductions9430]

@@awesomeproductions7755 Oh yeah, it did happen for real in the third one, but at least it was averted in the first one and mostly subverted in the second one like I just explained so I don't really mind.

[@iKed5601]

I think what's kinda cool about 1 and 3, is the line said by Marty in the first one, "this could be the best thing that ever happened to us", for Alex to agree with him and say that it was in the 3rd movie.

[@Starwarsfanboy0928]

You’re right, simply because this movie spawned two sequels, it’s nice that by the time they finally made it back to New York they realized that they were having so much fun out in the world instead of back at the zoo.

[@EdenLovesDragonsForSomeReason]

I did not catch that until I read your comment

[@davidanthonymercado7064]

This is without a doubt Dreamwork’s most underrated and one of the funniest franchises in their entire ensemble of films.

[@williehampton3855]

Agreed. I consider the Madagascar films one of DreamWorks' best franchises. If Shrek started their signature brand of humor, this film perfected it. While Pixar at the time was supplying strong emotion with their movies, Madagascar was a rare gem from DreamWorks that supplied very strong humor as much as the first two Shreks. It truly is a milestone in comedy and animation.

[@n19ntendods]

I agree. People are way too harsh on this brilliant franchise!

[@williehampton3855]

@@n19ntendods What makes it brilliant is that it tells a simple straightforward narrative. The movie asks the question "What would happen if a bunch of zoo animals, born and bred in captivity, were accidentally shipped off to the wild? Ironically, how would they survive?" That question gave us a beautiful answer 3 sequels and a spin-off later. I say 3 because there's still that possibility of Mad 4 happening.

[@n19ntendods]

@@williehampton3855 I really want 4!!! 😫😫😫

[@williehampton3855]

@@n19ntendods It'll come. If DreamWorks can announce that Kung Fu Panda 4 is happening out of the blue, who's to say that Madagascar 4 won't be next?

[@Toontastic_Juju]

This movie is one of my childhood favorites as a kid. The characters and comedy still makes me laugh a lot to this very day, and I’m glad that you still love the movie after see it for the first time Mat, I also love the thumbnail make, it’s pretty cute and funny. And already I’m very excited for your review on Wallace and Gromit: The Curse of the Were-Rabbit, that’s also one of my favorite childhood movies and it’s actually my introduction to Aardman’s iconic duo!

[@Starwarsfanboy0928]

To be fair, I was introduced with Wallace and Gromit’s second short, The Wrong Trousers. You know the one with the penguin.

[@thatgazelle2001]

I'm so happy that people are finally realizing just how good this movie actually was. Not only is this my favorite DreamWorks movie but honestly it's my favorite movie of all time. The characters and relationships they have with each other felt so strong and real like you could tell they all grew up with each other and are essentially a non-biological family. The animation attempted to replicate the 2d style of animation with 3d years before hotel transylvania did and cloudy with a chance of meatballs which is something that it does indeed deserve more credit for and overall you can tell that everyone working on this film had an amazing time with it. It's not perfect but it deserves way more love and respect then it gets

[@TheToonyloon]

"Dreamworks was the Looney Tunes of the 2000s decade." Why would you say something so controversial yet so brave?

[@abnormand78]

That's Kinda True... Madagascar Over The Hedge Bee Movie Madagascar 2 Kung Fu Panda And I Haven't Touched Upon What Came Out Next In The 2010's... Megamind Kung Fu Panda 2 Madagascar 3 The Croods Turbo Mr. Peabody And Sherman Penguins Of Madagascar Home Kung Fu Panda 3 Trolls The Boss Baby Captain Underpants Wait, There's More Since The Past 2 Years In The 2020's... Trolls World Tour The Croods: A New Age The Boss Baby: Family Business The Bad Guys Heck, There Are More In Store In The Future Kung Fu Panda 4 Trolls 3 And More In Store

[@coltong2596]

My favourite animated comedies are Madagascar, the first 2 Shrek films, the Despicable Me films, The SpongeBob SquarePants Movie, The Simpsons Movie, South Park Bigger, Linger and Uncut, Monsters, Inc., Ice Age, Hoodwinked, Chicken Run, Aladdin, The Emperor’s New Groove and The Road to El Dorado

[@AverytheCubanAmerican]

I don't blame Marty for falling in love with Grand Central. Used to live in Westchester and took the Metro North to Grand Central often. Now living on Long Island, I've had to deal with Penn Station and how much of a dump it has been. Though I'm glad the state has finally realized shoving people into a basement isn't how you should welcome tourists to one of the world's most famous cities, starting with Moynihan Train Hall's opening in 2021. The original Penn Station went from a majestic terminal that rivaled Grand Central in 1910, to brutal demolition the 60s in favor of Madison Square Garden. This spearheaded the preservation movement. Grand Central almost had the same fate as the original Penn but was saved by Jackie Kennedy. With East Side Access bringing the LIRR to Grand Central, safe to say it is a change many New Yorkers like myself are thankful for. And as a NY Giants fan, the fact the Madagascar creatures stan the Giants too is extremely based.

[@RetroRulzMyTown]

Not to mention.....it's Grand and it's Central. Also since you brought up sports, I wanna say I loved the jab at the Knicks as a New Yorker.

[@00square1]

I always love watching this movie as a kid. Makes me laugh every time i watched. The penguins were great comic reliefs. They’re basically a kid friendly version of the inglorious bastards😂

[@Starwarsfanboy0928]

Believe it or not, this was the Dreamworks film I watched the most as a kid, yes even more than the first Shrek.

[@orangeslash1667]

indeed

[@Nick-ty9us]

I actually saw the third Madagascar movie in 2012 in theaters

[@atasker7432]

For me, the penguins are the REAL stars of Madagascar. Also, I eagerly await your review of Wallace & Gromit: The Curse of the Were-Rabbit!

[@AndrewGoodguy]

This review was surprising. This is actually my favourite franchise of the DreamWorks company because it is actually a great example of how to do cartoon whackiness in Animation properly

[@bigmacintosh1766]

Shrek, HTTYD, and Kung Fu Panda are even better

[@gianthand8130]

@@bigmacintosh1766 I agree. But I like the Madagascar franchise as well

[@leeobrien2004]

@@bigmacintosh1766 Personally I'd say the Madagascar Trilogy is better than the Shrek series as all the Madagascar movies were good and Shrek had a massive drop after the 2nd one

[@Maretoast]

The humor and animation was better handle than boss fetus and trolls, DreamWorks need to stop making babysitting movies and give us stuff that adults love like dragons, panda and Madagascar.

[@pikminmaster2165]

@@Maretoast Puss in Boots: Allow me to introduce myself.

[@brianlevine871]

I always got a good laugh from the 'Chariots of Fire' moment and was intrigued by the Alex's arc ever since I first saw this film. The franchise's animal designs also always fascinated me, due to their bizarre shapes and proportions. Before I learned about their classic cartoon influence, I felt the art style had an appealing children's book vibe to it; still works great either way. As if Halloween didn't come early this year, now I gotta rewatch that Were-Rabbit.

[@pikachuiguana]

I love how your Skipper impression sounds almost identical to the actual voice, but just a slightly higher sounding pitch

[@marktapia8327]

It’s the penguins film that felt like a box office flop. Madagascar 3 totaled over 745 million dollars. Also, how many animated movies have examined about animal cannibalism?

[@hassanalkhalaf1115]

I can't really recall them tackling cannibalism

[@untitledjunk03]

This was one of my favourite films growing up, and it’s just good as I remembered it, when I first saw it in theaters! 😁

[@robertthechannel1799]

While it might not seem as deeply written as Kung Fu Panda or How to Train Your Dragon, the Madagascar series remains special to me. And the first film is certainly a classic. The strength of this movie for me is the characters and comedy. I love every character in this movie and the 4 main leads have such a nice camaraderie. And the comedy manages to hit a lot of times. The animation is a bit of a coin flip. I can see why some people might find the hyperactive moment a bit too much, but they do work well with the comedy for me. And the story does seem unfocused by changing between two plots and I normally hate unfocused films like Despicable Me 3 or Secret Life of Pets 2, but thankfully it didn’t bother me here because they do connect with each other. And I feel like everything following the first film is still really great. But the first film will always be a DreamWorks favorite for me. 9/10

[@magnetoonproductions9541]

Madagascar is easily one of the best animated comedies off all time. But it also introduced me to the greatest characters in cinema: Skipper, Kowalski, Rico, Private and of course, the one, the only…ORIGINAL KING JULIEN!!!

[@TheRoomforImprovement]

“Oh Sugar Honey Iced Tea” is still great! XD

[@Sunset_Shimmer_Fan_]

This movie aged really well! I’m surprised Animat gave this movie the Animat seal of approval. Not because it wasn’t one of the best, but because I thought Animat would’ve had a completely different point of view! You’ve earned my subscription man’!

[@monstrouspegasister]

It's been a hot minute since we got the Seal of Approval! Also, sweet! Wallace and Gromit is up next! Can't wait to see if this gets the Seal of Approval, too!

[@LucyLioness100]

Always enjoyed the Wallace and Gromit movie, it’s pretty cute and funny in that Ardman way

[@superseal9052]

From what animat says, it probably will. Love it when dreamworks films get the animat seal of approval

[@darkdragonmedeus705]

Wallace and Gromett; one of the most amazingly underappreciated stop motion features ever.

[@TKToons]

18:21 Can you keep a secret, my orange-hatted friend? That was a fantastic impression! God bless you! Love it! 😁

[@AwashAnenome361]

The Madagascar Trilogy was my CHILDHOOD!!!! Especially the 1st one I always love watching this movie all the time, and I also listen to the song “I Like To Move It” all the time back then. It still holds up today.

[@DanielGarcia-rn3ql]

Alex: YOU MANIAC! YOU BURN IT UP! DARN YOU! DARN YOU ALL TO THE HECK! 😡😡😡😡😡😂🤣😂🤣😂

[@burleyant274]

Melman: Can we go to the fun side now? 😒

[@EdenLovesDragonsForSomeReason]

Still makes me giggle

[@abnormand78]

Madagascar Movie Ranking 4. Penguins Of Madagascar 49% 3. Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa 73% 2. Madagascar 3: Europe's Most Wanted 81% 1.Madagascar 90%

[@KSCGGuy14]

I may not have noticed it at first, but I can see why Madagascar's visuals were creative at the time. Plus the penguins voiced by some of people behind the scenes was an interesting mention. I'll be looking forward to seeing your review of the Wallace and Gromit movie.

[@joshmontemayor1212]

My family & I saw this in theaters when we went to Walt Disney World back in 2005.

[@DocZFlux]

Not to mention it was an instance where Disney and another studio did similar movies close to each other releasewise…and the non-Disney one was what did well at the box office!👀

[@Natalie_Milana7]

Also Sony pictures animation tried the same premise with Open season.

[@Princess_-gp3ep]

@@Natalie_Milana7 and over the hedge from dreamworks.

[@SebastianGonzalez-jc4wz]

Duuude this movie as well as the rest of the franchise was my shit too as a kid and it really influenced my drawing style. It really does not get enough credit as far as animated movies go or even Dreamworks ones. It's always Shrek, Kung Fu Panda and How to Train your Dragon yet this franchise often gets left out for some reason. You're actually the first reviewer i've seen that has given it THIS high of a rating, and you know what? God bless your soul for it cause it deserves it like no other.

[@TravistheDragon]

I find it hilarious that you actually added Mort crying in the thumbnail considering that it was actually a meme at one point (at least that’s what I recall anyway).

[@DanielGarcia-rn3ql]

6:34 King Julien: All HAIL THE NEW YORK GIANTS! 😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣

[@katherinepollock3957]

17:44-17:47 The Madagascar movies were a childhood favorite of mine as well. Is it any wonder how even at 19 I still find chaotic planes rides and penguins hijacking boats and jeeps hilarious?

[@carlyavola5455]

Good review AniMat!I’m a big fan of Madagascar myself! It’s always been one of my favorite franchises from Dreamworks. Can’t wait for you’re next review!

[@Starwarsfanboy0928]

You know I am surprised that Animat did not mention Chris Rock’s name once in this review, especially that he is reviewing this after the infamous moment at the Oscars this year.

[@christopherjones5446]

The Nickelodeon series Penguins of Madagascar is an underrated gem. Skipper had so many amazing quotes. My favorite being “A friend is an enemy that hasn’t attacked you yet” 🤣🤣

[@danielgudinojuarez6729]

I grew up on that show and wish it got a complete series dvd release 🥰🥰🥰

[@silverhowl9331]

AGREED! I loved this movie when I was younger! Not when it released back in the day but I did watch it around the early 2010s, and god its such a brilliant film, no other film can capture this level of comedy and heart!

[@claytonrios1]

Oh Sugar Honey Iced Tea!

[@n19ntendods]

I still love this move to this day! It’s so underrated! Despite not having a deep story, it’s still a great time with stellar animation, vibrant characters, excellent voice cast, funky soundtrack, and of course… THE PENGUINS!!! #ILIKETOMOVEIT

[@TheTurbulentINFP]

"Just smile and wave, boys. Just smile and wave." - Skipper, 2005.

[@LucyLioness100]

I’ve always had a soft spot for the first movie. The animation is unique, the characters are pretty entertaining & has freaking ear-worm with that damn “I Like to Move It” 😂 And it’s okay to be biased on how much you like the movie; I’m that way with so many childhood favorites I still enjoy

[@arbytv5139]

Pulling out your Skipper impression again from the Jungle Cruise review, eh? I like it!

[@brrgames]

16:02 For some reason, back in the early 2000s/early 2010s, I always thought it was John DiMaggio like in the TV series. When did they reveal it was Jeffrey Katzenberg?

[@sllawson6]

Ah yes, the OG Madagascar, my video production classmate Amanda gave me a hot copy of this very movie for my birthday in 2007

[@linainverse9369]

That Skipper voice at the end was spot on, good job Animat! 🐧🐧🐧

[@josealmeida2842]

I worked at The Great Movie Ride before it closed, and just wanted to say it was a pleasure hijacking you on my Bandit show!

[@hunterolaughlin]

I wished I could have worked on The Great Movie Ride as one of the hosts before the ride closed.

[@danielmalinen6337]

Comedy ruled the film scene of the early 2000s, the golden age of comedy, and Madagascar and Sherk hit a good time, but then in the 2010s comedy went out of fashion and films were wanted to be more serious, actious and adventurous and that started the decline of both series. They also failed to regenerate and adapt to the new fashion norm dominated by superheroes because they and their glamor and charm were based on comedy that made them so good and memorable.

[@jacobbelow]

I remember when I was around the same age as Mat and I ate this movie right up (along with Dreamworks movies in general as they firmly established themselves as the comedy-based company)! I agree that the movie still does hold up very well, even though I'm not quite sure if I personally would give it a 9/10! But it was a great ride to get us on board with the characters, and have me engaged with their sequels! (Speaking of, it's hard to believe that it's already been a full decade since the trilogy with the main four wrapped up!) As for the upcoming review of 'Wallace and Gromit: the Curse of the Warerabbit', I sure am glad that Mat's moving forward on the Dreamworks movie timeline rather than backward towards 'Shark Tale' (though unfortunately, I'm sure his time to review that one will be coming someday). But now we also just have the second movie for Mat to review, and his review series of the franchise with be complete!

[@Aurorak-i6l]

After watching this review, it makes me now want to declare that I would rather watch Madagascar over the wild (2006) any day.

[@chrisbrasel8060]

The picture you used to introduce the video is just funny and I love it. I remember watching the first Madagascar movie as a kid in 2005 and had the big loin hand for a while as well as I played the video game of the same name and recall having a good time too. It still holds up to this day and it's one of the best comedies from DreamWorks next to Sherk and Kund fu panda. Nice throwback review mat and you should review the sequel as its one of the better animated sequels made in my opinion. 🎥 🎨 😆 😊 🦁👍

[@zackrules4797]

Reviewing Curse of the Were-Rabbit next, is the perfect time for next month's review, since Halloween is coming.

[@EveryMan-yz1ce]

Yes!!! Thank you for giving Madagascar the Animat Seal of approval, Animat! I love you man.

[@RetroRulzMyTown]

Oh THANK YOU for giving Madagascar the praise it truly deserves. This movie was a huge part of my childhood, moreso than Shrek 2 actually, and it only gets better and better as I get older.

[@samuelquan3826]

Coming soon to Animat classic reviews "Wallace and Gromit The Curse Of The Were-rabbit".

[@bigmacintosh1766]

I understand Marty wanted to explore New York City, but because of that, he got himself captured and shipped to Madagascar. And his friends out of love for him went out to get him back. If only they listened to Melman.

[@cintronproductions9430]

Well even if they did listen to Melman and stayed behind, Marty would have still been captured by the cops and animal control cuz a cop on a horse called for backup upon seeing a wild zebra in New York, and Marty would then get sent to Africa anyway and Alex, Melman and Gloria would never see him again.

[@wolfgangamadeusmozart1293]

The penguins are pretty funny. They were originally gonna be musicians in their own movie, but that idea was scrapped so Dreamworks put them in Madagascar and turned them to spies.

[@hunterolaughlin]

Really shows not all creative ideas necessarily need to be thrown away and can be reused in other films or even sequels.

[@Maretoast]

I'm more into lemurs since the movies introduce a large roster of Madagascar fauna- ruffed lemurs, aye-ayes, ringed-tailed, red lemurs, mouse lemurs, and even a fossa.

[@Princess_-gp3ep]

@@hunterolaughlin yep.

[@summerjonz]

What a coincidence that you decided to review Madagascar, since I decided to watch several episodes of Gilligan's Island before this!

[@Nick-ty9us]

When he was talking about the squash and stretch any mention text Avery Bob Clampett and Chuck Jones he forgot to mention Hanna-Barbera

[@silashurd3597]

Legit, 2022 is the year for Madagascar for me! I remember watching it as a little kid a lot and I’ve been rewatching it a lot this year lately. This is my favorite one out of all 3 in the Madagascar trilogy. I enjoyed majority of what was in this movie (except for when Alex got tranquilized twice, those are the only two scenes I’d remove) and it’s cool seeing 4 African animals end up on the African island Madagascar. I enjoyed Alex and Marty’s friendship and how to me it was the main focus and I SERIOUSLY am glad they actually tackled The issue of Alex being a Lion in a place where he doesn’t know how to catch his own food therefore making him be an actual predator to where he almost eats one of his friends. The characters are memorable and even though the Fossa were the weakest antagonists, they were still a little bit menacing when the movie actually decided to use them (mostly in the climax)and it was fun seeing them getting beaten up by Alex in the climax. This movie in my opinion has one of the best watchable end credits in my opinion with the move it remix to which fun fact, I actually listened too on the day of my graduation, making it my own personal graduation song. So yeah. While not being the best movie DW has made, it’s still very good and anyone who is a new comer to DreamWorks should definitely check this out at some point. Ok, bye. Hope everyone has a good day🌟❤️

[@yogibear8683]

Who else Is ready to Move It, Move It? All Is a missing now It Escape 2 Africa, and the whole trilogy will be officially complete!

[@jakedebruin2246]

I’m an adult and I still love this movie!

[@chrisbrasel8060]

Me too! Who ever says watching a movie that's animated is bad for you is full of it.

[@chasehedges6775]

Same here

[@FrenchFryCheese04]

I need to see it too lmao

[@burleyant274]

Count me in! 🥰

[@EveryoneIsAnIdiotExceptForMe]

Ditto

[@buddytenney7121]

12:53 Lemurs: NEW YORK GIANTS!!

[@alexismartinez8343]

❤️💖 Madagascar is one of the best animated comedy films that will make you laugh next to Aladdin, the Emperor's New Groove, the first two Shrek films, the Despicable Me films and the Road to El Dorado. 😃😀😄😁😊😉 👍🏻 💖❤️

[@DanielGarcia-rn3ql]

Wow! I didn’t know he would give it the animat steal of approval that’s a true miracle and a true blast he has with this movie let’s hope the same can happen to the Oscar winning film coming up next is where an incredible duo faces the wrath of a were-rabbit! 🐰🐇😉

[@kylgrv]

As much as I enjoy this film, and how it launched one of my favorite Dreamworks franchises, I personally feel the animation can sometimes be too cartoony and wonky for my liking. Maybe it's because it feels weird for me seeing this animation coming from a CGI animated film, but at the same time, I don't dislike it. I do like how the animation gets a smooth upgrade in the later Madagascar films. Meanwhile, if there's one thing that has stuck out to me all these years, it's the cast of characters. All of them have such great personality and amazing performances by their respective voice actors. This was actually one of my first introductions to Ben Stiller, who voices Alex, which was really cool. Seriously, the characters in this movie are some of the best highlights of not just this movie, but the whole franchise. I especially love the penguins, and how their espionage antics can go hilariously extreme. By the way, good job on your Skipper impression. If the next review is going to be the movie that came after Madagascar, then it looks like we're teaming up with Wallace and Gromit and see how they handle the Curse of the Were-Rabbit. That'll be cool to see. "ALL HAIL THE NEW YORK GIANTS!" ~ King Julien, 2005

[@andrewhazen5569]

Curse of the Wererabbit is next. Wallace and Gromit are one of huge pieces of my childhood. Such good times.

[@superseal9052]

It’s about time for the next review. I have waited ages for him to review the next duo

[@chasg3242]

0:00 Hands down one of the best intros to Aniamts Classic Reviews. Chills all the way for the epic syncing and with iconic song.

[@akganimationstudioproducti3779]

I remember seeing the trailer back in 2005, and when I saw it for the first time, I could’ve sworn I was watching 2 different movies (maybe because the story changes direction halfway through) Still one of the best animated films of the mid 2000s

[@gianthand8130]

👍

[@Cheycartoongirl8]

I'm thankful for the movies creating my favorite TV show. The Penguins of Madagascar TV series was my JAM. I was a big fanfic writer for it. That series made Kowalski my favorite penguins. So when the Penguins of Madagascar movie came out, I was a disappointed it wasn't based off the TV series. It was okay, but the TV show gave the penguins so much personality, villains to fight, callbacks to the movie and the comedy was hilarious!

[@lizlesbian660]

Skippers mort rico and masons voice actors all stayed on board but A couple of other parts of in that show had to replaced other people in there?

[@nicteles5261]

I just watched this with my brother about a week ago for the first time in years. I absolutely love this movie and it’s characters. Really good and funny movie!

[@Starwarsfanboy0928]

Here is Anne and Sasha’s reunion in Season 3, but in an alternate universe Anne: Sasha! Sasha: Anne! Anne: Sasha! Sasha: Anne! *Anne starts to become angry* Anne: Sasha! Sasha: Anne? *Anne’s eyes turn blue* Anne: SASHA! Sasha: Oh sugar honey iced tea

[@alanoliva2020]

Oh I Always Loved watching this movie, along side with the Emperor's New Groove! Seriously I remember how it was a staple when it was out at the time, even at school was like a movie night for the students. Alway loved how this was hilarious to watch, and my most favorite bit was the "Sugar, Honey, Ice Tea" bit Which Realizing what he said now just adds to more hilarity on to the joke (At the time I thought he said was "Oh I Should've Had Ice Tea"). And One more statement to add....YEAH! My Next Request Is UP! And On Halloween I Might Add!

[@EdenLovesDragonsForSomeReason]

One of my favorite animation details is how Alex’s mane gets more ruffled up as his wild instincts grow closer to the surface

[@BigLightning4360]

I like to move it, move it You like to move, move it AniMat likes to move it, move it We like to…

[@awesomeproductions7755]

*MOVE IT!*

[@Nasser851000]

MOVE IT!

[@joeelliottproductions2043]

MOVE IT

[@DiegoHernandez-xt2su]

MOVIE IT!!!!

[@BigLightning4360]

But, in all seriousness, I personally found this funnier than the first "Shrek". Outside of the comedy, I admire the soundtrack between the 1960s and 1979s, especially with Louis Armstrong's signature song playing at the lowest point of the movie. Regardless how others feel about this, I will always have a fun time with these zoo animals than with the fishes in an underwater city.

[@DJKi2463]

I loved this film as a kid. And looking back it was pretty ambitious for its time. With a line of celebrities in the film as well as animation that was pretty impressive for 2000 standards and humor that was a little more geared towards adults. It deserves more respect as being one of the classic Dreamwork’s films.

[@RPGFlare64]

Ok I need to see this movie again maybe give it a second chance

[@danielsvetlichny5721]

I ought to let you know that Madagascar has been popular in Russia and in Russian-speaking countries all due to a fantastic dub that gave the films justice and not to mention that the phrases from the films were part of the dictionary of many families. Including mine. My father ocassionally utters the phrase, "smile and wave."

[@4K_ob_5623]

This film is my #1 favorite and always will be, along with the sequels; and Fun fact: this film was released the same year I was born, but 145 days before

[@nobod2567]

Madagascar is definitely one of my favorite DreamWorks franchises

[@paperchasindude6578]

Honestly the first Madagascar is my favorite, definitely the funniest

[@PatrickStar-wl3mz]

Story: 9/10 Animation: 9/10 Characters: 10/10 9/10

[@hunterolaughlin]

I think if Chuck Jones had lived longer, he would have loved and praised this film for its squash and stretch animation style and funny jokes. If he praised Aladdin for its humor, he would have also done the same for Madagascar. I also think another source of inspiration for the film's humor would also come from Mel Brooks' films as most of the jokes are definitely something that would come out of a Mel Brooks film. In fact, if Mel Brooks were to direct an animated film, I think this would be the animated film he'd make. I mean, even the humor in Mel Brooks' films take inspiration from the Looney Tunes and Merrie Melodies cartoons. So I would definitely include Mel Brooks in the inspirations for the film's humor and style along with Tex Avery, Bob Clampett and Chuck Jones.

[@totalimage9971]

STORY: 10/10 ANIMATION: 7/10 CHARTERERS: 10/10 TOTAL: 9/10

[@Omar-wq9dz]

I think the 3rd film was the best in the series, and I loved watching the Penguins Of Madagascar tv show on Nickelodeon

[@kichiwas-hargan4775]

I just find that show to be alright. 🤷‍♀️

[@leonardolopez888]

I personally believe that the score by Hans Zimmer is amazing and definitely something that he should’ve brought up in the review. Also, it’s great to see that he’s going forward in the Dreamworks Animation timeline with Wallace and Gromit: The Curse of the Were-Rabbit. He has been on a roll with his classic reviews (Felidae: 8/10 The Jungle Book (1967): 8/10 Madagascar: 9/10 and I’m sure that Wallace and Gromit: The Curse of the Were-Rabbit will get a 9/10 if not a 10/10). And if you think about it, not only will he have reviewed the 2 Dreamworks movies released in 2005, but also the 2 Dreamworks movies released in 2022. So it’s kind of a Dreamworks filled year for Animat, isn’t it?

[@danielgudinojuarez6729]

In reality, Hans Zimmer wasn't the only composer in the first film and its sequels. It also features music by Jim Dooley for the penguins scenes, Heitor Pereira whenever they need more down time themes to even the foosa's presence, and the later additions of Geoff zanelli to Lorne Blafe. I feel those assistants should get more credit than just Hans.

[@DanielGarcia-rn3ql]

I LIKE TO MOVE IT MOVE IT!

[@TMemeMaster]

Next up: Wallace and Gromit: The curse of the Warerabbit

[@katherinepollock3957]

Perfect for Halloween. I've been waiting for him to discuss it. How seasonal.

[@suitman]

YYYAAAAAYYYY my favorite movie ever!!!!

[@joshmontemayor1212]

Animat should review Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron since it's Spirit's 20th anniversary this year.

[@katherinepollock3957]

@@joshmontemayor1212 Yeah

[@xaviermedina3774]

Thank you animat for reviewing this beloved animated film. It was great to see one of dreamworks great and underrated films in your review collection. Mind if I suggest a movie request, could you review rise of the teenage mutant ninja turtles movie in Netflix. If you could then that would be great to give this underrated series film a chance to shine.

[@alexb859]

Awesome video!!! I love Madagascar :) I don't love it as much as the Wild but I still love it :)

[@walthersorsa4847]

One of my favorite Dreamworks and childhood movies 😊. Great review Animat and take care and stay safe 👍.

[@jaydenlee7913]

This is like toy story but with zoo animals.

[@SpacialRend7]

Madagascar became one of the funniest films I’ve seen in animated content, very much like The Emperor’s New Groove! With so much comedy relief, a very cartoony animation style, and a jammin’ version of “I Like to Move it, how could I not love it? It’s always a fun film to watch!

[@annalinde816]

You know, now a days, it’s not often I would see a movie that just embraces how silly and fluffy it is and just invite as many people as possible to just roll with it, regardless of the scenario. Thanks for this review, I almost forget that Madagascar really is entertainingly ridiculous. Even then, sometimes you would have to have the right mind and mood to sit though it.

[@danielattrell]

Wallace and Gromit: The Curse of the Were Rabbit is next

[@buddytenney7121]

Coming in October: Wallace and Gromit: The Curse of the Were-Rabbit.

[@nikomatallana4102]

Hey man! Great video. I love that you look at these old movies because I have a personal nostalgia towards some of these movies. Hope you can do other films like Once Upon a Forest (1993) and Rover Dangerfield (1991)