New Animation Fun "Sneaks": A Hat-tip to "Cars" and "Toy Story" for Family Entertainment
Following in the footsteps of beloved films like "Cars" and "Toy Story," another animated movie is set to hit the big screen. - Pursuing the path of success initially tread by "Cars" and "Toy Story"...
Get ready to feel a sympathetic twist for animated footwear, just like in 1988's "Who Framed Roger Rabbit." The nail-biting scene where Judge Doom (Christopher Lloyd) eliminates a cartoon shoe, much to a whole generation's delight, is light-years away from the family-friendly journey "Sneaks" takes. This new animation film, a Sky original, breezes into homes via Sky and streaming service Wow come May 9th.
The Shoes We've Been Waiting For - What It's All About
Affluence has been a blast for shoe siblings Ty and Maxine - two sumptuous Alchemy24s sneakers. They're the cat's pajamas, making them the envy of many. Despite their similar appearances, they harbor different dreams and ambitions. Ty dreams of being pampered throughout his shoe life, whereas Maxine aspires to be the kicks of a basketball sensation, poised to conquer championships.
Maxine's dream momentarily comes true when Edson, a modest kid, nabs Ty and his sibling in a contest. However, the joy is short-lived: A ruthless collector swoops in, coveting the sneakers for his prized collection. As the theft occurs, Ty and Maxine get separated, with both finding themselves living out the other's dream: Maxine ends up imprisoned in the golden cage of the shoe collector, while Ty navigates the gritty streets of Manhattan.
Quality Shoes, Timely Messages
Granting souls to inanimate objects is a staple of animated films, and "Sneaks" echoes the tradition, following in the footsteps of the likes of "Toy Story" (1995) and the "Cars" franchise (2006), all stalwarts of the genre. In the spirit of its illustrious predecessors, "Sneaks" uses its personified characters to share valuable lessons for both kids and adults. Examples include understanding that a privileged life doesn't equate to happiness, and that the most faithful friends might appear when one steps out of their comfort zone.
In the original English version, these life lessons are delivered by A-list stars like Anthony Mackie, Laurence Fishburne, and Martin Lawrence. In the German dub, Annika Preil and Wilson Gonzalez Ochsenknecht fill these roles.
A Wink to Sneaker Culture
As a loving tribute to US sneaker culture, "Sneaks" pokes gentle fun at the absurdity surrounding its fervent fans. Last year, a collection of Jordan's coveted basketball shoes fetched around eight million dollars! "Sneaks" manages to parody this real-world phenomenon without stirring ire among passionate collectors.
On May 9th, "Sneaks" can be streamed on Wow or airs on Sky Cinema Premiere at 8:15 PM.
- Animation Fun
- Sneaker Culture
- Sky
- Streaming
- Family-Friendly Comedy
- Star-Studded Voice Cast
- The new animation film, "Sneaks," inspired by classics like "Cars" and "Toy Story," promises to bring a fresh take on family-friendly comedy, following the adventures of two Alchemy24s sneakers named Ty and Maxine.
- Maxine, with aspirations to be the kicks of a basketball sensation, finds herself living out Ty's dream when she is stolen by a ruthless collector, while Ty navigates the streets of Manhattan, mimicking both human and sneaker culture.
- In the spirit of animations like those in "Toy Story" and "Cars," "Sneaks" uses its personified characters to impart valuable life lessons that resonate with both kids and adults, such as understanding that a privileged life doesn't guarantee happiness and that stepping outside one's comfort zone can lead to meaningful friendships.
- On Sky Cinema Premiere or via the streaming service Wow, the star-studded voice cast, including Anthony Mackie, Laurence Fishburne, and Martin Lawrence, will guide viewers through this love letter to sneaker culture, full of humor and memorable animation fun.
