2011 Shop Movies

An oversized bug is caught up in a most unexpected adventure in this animated comedy. It's 1910, and Raoul is a Parisian delivery man by day and scientist by night who is determined to brainstorm an important new invention. With the help of his friend Emile, a cinema projectionist with women on the brain, Raoul attempts an experiment in a greenhouse that has an unexpected side effect -- a tiny flea has suddenly expanded until it's seven feet tall. The enormous flea gets loose and it's not long before word is out that a monstrous bug is haunting Paris. However, while mean-spirited politician Victor tries to snare some publicity by making people afraid of the bug before he catches it, Lucille, a pretty nightclub performer, makes a surprising discovery -- the big flea is not only gentle and friendly, he's a gifted guitar player, and decked out in a suit and a hat, he's soon impressing patrons as part of her act. Un Monstre a Paris (aka A Monster In Paris) was written and directed by Bibo Bergeron, returning to France after directing several successful features in the United States. The original French voice cast includes Gad Elmaleh, Sebastien Desjours, Ludivine Sagnier and Francois Cluzet, while the English language version features Adam Goldberg, Jay Harrington, Catherine O'Hara and Danny Huston; Vanessa Paradis voices Lucille in both versions. ~ Mark Deming, Rovi

Based on the children's picture book by author Julia Donaldson, this animated tale follows a creature called the Gruffalo and his young daughter, who wants to explore life outside of their clearing despite her father's warnings of a Big Bad Mouse that lurks in the forest. ~ Tracie Cooper, Rovi

The eagerly anticipated sequel to the Oscar-winning hit Happy Feet Two finds tap-dancing penguin Mumble (voice of Elijah Wood) and his pals using their smooth moves to save the penguin nation. Mumble and Gloria (voice of Pink) have started a family of their own, and their young son, Erik, is just finding his footing among his fellow emperor penguins when a dire new threat thrusts their future into jeopardy. Just when it begins to look as if all hope is lost, the penguin nation bands together to dance the darkness away. Writer/director George Miller and star Robin Williams both return in this sequel also featuring the voices of Hank Azaria, Brad Pitt, Matt Damon, and Sofía Vergara. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi

The saga of Po continues in this sequel that finds the newly anointed Dragon Warrior (voice of Jack Black) teaming with The Furious Five to safeguard the Valley of Peace. But when a new adversary launches a treacherous bid to seize control of China and obliterate the martial arts, Po must look back to his enigmatic origins in order to unleash his true potential, and defeat his most powerful opponent to date. Dustin Hoffman, Gary Oldman, Jean-Claude Van Damme, and Michelle Yeoh provide addition voices for this sequel directed by Jennifer Yuh Nelson from a screenplay by Jonathan Aibel and Glenn Berger. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi

The animated film The Littlest Angel follows a boy who dies before his time, and travels back to Earth in order to find the ideal present for Baby Jesus. ~ Perry Seibert, Rovi

Scout, Violet, Eli, and Penny learn all about animals when Axle, their magical toy car, takes them to a very unique farm. From an athletic alligator to a sad seal, Scout and his pals leave the farm with an entirely new perspective on both animals and the alphabet. ~ Tracie Cooper, Rovi

This animated adventure follows Pingo the penguin as he discovers a talent for tapdancing after finding an old pair of tap shoes. Before long, Pingo's dancing skills bring him closer to Bella, who may be the just the bird he needs to stop the nefarious plans of Gabby the hermit crab. ~ Tracie Cooper, Rovi

Puss and three daring mice plot to escape the dungeon after being imprisoned by the nefarious Queen Marie. Once released, the valiant cat races to save King John from machinations of an evil sorcerer. ~ Tracie Cooper, Rovi

Director Hirotsugu Kawasaki adapts author Takafumi Takada's popular fantasy novel into a sweeping anime adventure in which a young boy who travels back in time to lead mankind in a war against invading demons. Jun Tendo is a timid 15 year old who suddenly finds himself thrust 1,200 years into the past, when the human race faces certain extinction at the hands of powerful demons. Just when it looks like all hope is lost, Jun unleashes his inner hero and discovers powers he never thought possible. As the battle begins, the once-shy teen discovers the inner-courage to save the world, and drive the demons back into darkness. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi

After finding herself on the other side of the Zhuniverse, the lovable Pipsqueak finds friendship with Chunk, Num Nums, and Mr. Squiggles. Together, they hope to overcome Mezhula, a mysterious reptilian creature who hopes to prevent them from reaching their destination within the Palace of Zhu. ~ Tracie Cooper, Rovi

Blair and her new friends Hadley and Delancy must find an enchanted crown in order to prove Blair's royal lineage so that she may claim the throne. ~ Tracie Cooper, Rovi

This whimsical feature length release from the kids' series Angelina Ballerina follows the titular animated mouse as she prepares for Ms. Mimi's talent show at Chambert Academy. But when Angelina spends too much time helping her friends prepare, she fears that she may not have focused enough on herself. ~ Cammila Collar, Rovi