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Want it to stray from the beaten path a bit?
Initially, a bargain binWalmartfind, its crisp animation lured me in and Louis Prima soundtrack hooked me.
It’s the perfect gothic fairy tale for family movie night or anyone in the mood for something different.
And it’s a little sassier than you might expect.
What’s ‘Igor’ about?
The kingdom of Malaria is a land of perpetual storms that’s ruled by evil scientists.
One specific Igor (John Cusack), is one such assistant with big dreams of his own.
With the help of Scamper and Brain, he assembles a giant creature from spare parts.
But things dont go quite as planned.
How do you win an Evil Science Fair with a monster who refuses to be evil?
Meanwhile, the villainous Dr. Schadenfreude (Eddie Izzard) plots to steal Igors creation.
Its not your typical animated movie where everything is sanitized, brightly colored and innocent.
Its darkly comedic vibe makes it stand out, as does its unique character designs.
Let’s be honest: The characters are kind of ugly.
But that ugliness makes the movie cute, in a way, and I appreciated that very much.
But what really hooked me was the unique twist on the classic mad scientist trope.
Instead of focusing on the evil geniuses, it gives their underappreciated assistants some time in the spotlight.
And then theres Scamper, the immortal rabbit, who wants to die so badly but just can’t.
Buschemi absolutely steals every scene hes in with his sarcasm and surprisingly dark lines.
I’m a softy, though.
And one of the biggest things I appreciate about “Igor” is the relationship between Igor and Eva.
It’s unexpectedly touching, with a dynamic that’s genuinely fun to watch.
The films message that you dont have to be what the world expects of you really resonated with me.
It feels good to break out; it feels good to be different.
And sometimes, all of those things that make you you should be celebrated.
Need a break from the usual kiddie fare?
“Igor” isstreaming for free on The Roku Channel, so be sure to check it out.
