I don't think this stands a snowball's chance of winning Best Animated. Maybe if it was a short. It's cute, don't get me wrong, but it's insubstantial.Shaun the sheep just wants a day off from the routine of the farm but an accident sends the sleeping farmer into the big city, where a head injury gives him temporary memory loss. Shaun and his wooly pals must locate and retrieve their erstwhile master to restore order, but they are chased by a psychotic animal control officer.
You have seen this story in pretty much every movie to do with animals in a city. The only things that could set it apart are the details and overall charm. While there are a few really cute ones, including a stellar homage to Silence of the Lambs, it is mostly lackluster. There's no intelligible dialogue and I think that works against this film. I would say this is only suitable for very small children.
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