Riki's (Erik Konicek) family is splitting up and he feels misunderstood. He decides to run away and, with the help of a shining stone, he ends up in a parallel and magical world called Yourland where machines roam golden deserts, monkeys and ravens talk, and science peacefully coexists with nature. The stone merges with Riki's heart and leads him to the king's daughter (Greta Luprichova) and General Tidling's (Tyler Collins) talking monkey (Juraj Kemka). The three of them are on a mission to save Yourland from a climate crisis and help Riki get back home. Riki has to learn who to trust and who not to trust in order to successfully save Yourland and return to earth.
This film is beautifully made and the message in the story is relevant to today. The story line is well developed and engaging. It is easy to become involved with this story. It is fantastical, yet it mirrors what many kids feel about being misunderstood and not listened to by their parents. The ending is pleasing and rewarding. The animation really excels in quality; every character is well defined and the backgrounds are beautifully made. The characters are visually and emotionally pleasing and easy to relate to. The backgrounds are extraordinarily beautiful and suit the story. The parallel world of Yourland is not only similar to Earth, it is also bright and beautiful. The background music is quite exquisite and really enhances the story's development. Hats off to music composer Martin Hasak whose music makes you want to sing and dance, plus you feel the tension and mood of the story line. It is one of my favorite parts of the film, after the wonderful animation. The characters are well developed; it is easy to like the good guys and dislike the bad guys. The voices are extremely well suited to the characters. Kudos to the production team, led by director and writer Peter Budinsky. My favorite part of the film is scene where the yellow blob-like creatures, the bollers, transport Emma over the ocean and then wipe out the enemy ravens.
The film's message is that one can make a difference and effect changes in the world.
I give Journey to Yourland 5 out of 5 stars and recommend it for ages 5 to 18, plus adults. This is a perfect film for a youth and family film festival - lots of stuff to generate conversation between kids and parents. Reviewed by Pam L., KIDS FIRST!
Riki's (Erik Konicek) family is splitting up and he feels misunderstood. He decides to run away and, with the help of a shining stone, he ends up in a parallel and magical world called Yourland where machines roam golden deserts, monkeys and ravens talk, and science peacefully coexists with nature. The stone merges with Riki's heart and leads him to the king's daughter (Greta Luprichova) and General Tidling's (Tyler Collins) talking monkey (Juraj Kemka). The three of them are on a mission to save Yourland from a climate crisis and help Riki get back home. Riki has to learn who to trust and who not to trust in order to successfully save Yourland and return to earth.
This film is beautifully made and the message in the story is relevant to today. The story line is well developed and engaging. It is easy to become involved with this story. It is fantastical, yet it mirrors what many kids feel about being misunderstood and not listened to by their parents. The ending is pleasing and rewarding. The animation really excels in quality; every character is well defined and the backgrounds are beautifully made. The characters are visually and emotionally pleasing and easy to relate to. The backgrounds are extraordinarily beautiful and suit the story. The parallel world of Yourland is not only similar to Earth, it is also bright and beautiful. The background music is quite exquisite and really enhances the story's development. Hats off to music composer Martin Hasak whose music makes you want to sing and dance, plus you feel the tension and mood of the story line. It is one of my favorite parts of the film, after the wonderful animation. The characters are well developed; it is easy to like the good guys and dislike the bad guys. The voices are extremely well suited to the characters. Kudos to the production team, led by director and writer Peter Budinsky. My favorite part of the film is scene where the yellow blob-like creatures, the bollers, transport Emma over the ocean and then wipe out the enemy ravens.
The film's message is that one can make a difference and effect changes in the world.
I give Journey to Yourland 5 out of 5 stars and recommend it for ages 5 to 18, plus adults. This is a perfect film for a youth and family film festival - lots of stuff to generate conversation between kids and parents. Reviewed by Pam L., KIDS FIRST!
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