Movie Notes 002

Morgan 2022-01-23 08:05:30

Brief introduction: The monitor lizard attempts to rule the world, and the scientist family reunites to take a big adventure.

Core character composition: Avril + Cat Darwin + Thief

Film clue chain: the government arrests scientists-the protagonist's family was separated during the arrest-Avril developed his own "serum" to rescue the cat Darwin-the villain thief meets Avril-accidentally discovered "serum" and Learned the clues of grandpa-the mysterious organization debuted-Avril reunited with grandpa-In order to find clues to dad, grandpa was arrested-Avril was hunted down by the mysterious organization-Avril rescued grandpa & exposed his identity as a thief -Captured by a mysterious organization-Knowing the truth about the "serum", making on-site preparation-Male monitor lizards used for private purposes, triggering a battle-Cats dedicated themselves at the last minute, avoiding human catastrophe

The role of husband and wife: accept the status quo and compromise (mother) VS obey the inner uncompromising (dad) Selflessness for environmental protection (female monitor lizard) VS selfishness for control (male monitor lizard)

Villain setting: Animals used by scientists to do experiments. After possessing wisdom, they capture human scientists for their work and want to rule humans.

Reversal: The true desire of female monitor lizards to develop "serum" in order to create a green world

The dark line of character growth: thief (help the police avenge private revenge-fall in love with Avril and help her prevent a disaster from happening)

Outstanding design: 1. The assistant's "thief" status is set to A, and the first meeting with Avril Lavigne (changed Avril's stolen goods to prevent her from being hunted down) B. Changed the "serum" and water to avoid a catastrophe (The two key points that promote the plot, especially B, perfectly fit the identity of the thief. If Avril must have a helper, according to the final setting of the film, the thief is the most suitable setting.)

2. A cat who can only understand human language. In the film, the scope of action is much larger than that of real people, including grandpa being arrested to deliver a letter to Avril and last-minute rescue, rushing into the rocket.

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Extended Reading
  • Carley 2022-03-18 09:01:08

    Although the story structure is still relatively old-fashioned, but the rhythm is very good, can be called the highest level of adventure movies in recent years. The French humor and the non-mainstream aesthetic settings of the heroine are all eye-catching.

  • Martin 2022-03-19 09:01:09

    Hanging giant steam gondola, amphibious mechanical hut, Lizardman underground electromagnetic empire, the talking cat on the moon, very romantic

April and the Extraordinary World quotes

  • Rodrigue: Chimène, I just had an idea. A nonviolent one! I think you'll like it.

  • Chimène: [aerocopter's navigation system plays stored video] Dear scientists, welcome aboard. We are your new masters, Rodrigue and Chimène. You are being guided to a safe haven where your talents will be appreciated and put to good use, in pleasant surroundings far away from the follies of your government. All science is most valuable to us. Like your cruel species, we have learned that knowledge is power. Your science will help us achieve supreme power through technological superiority. The nature of your work will be explained later. If you have any illnesses or deformities, please let us know. Your diet will be strictly vegetarian. In case of airsickness, please use the vomit bags provided. We wish you a pleasant flight."