Nostalgic! Kermit and the gang are back in a race against time to save their legacy. This new crazy off beat musical is introducing the Muppets to a whole new generation. Jason Segel plays Gary a guy whose best friend is Walter who happens to be a Muppet. Amy Adams plays Mary Gary’s girlfriend. The musical numbers remind you of the classic films where everyone breaks out into song dancing in perfect synchronicity. The new songs are catchy too and the laughs are in abundance. It is traditional Muppets with a new twist. Chris Cooper plays the villain a rich Texas Oilman named ironically Tex Richman who wants to destroy the Muppets. He also does an interesting rap about himself.
This movie is full of surprises like cameos from stars like Mickey Rooney, Whoopie Goldberg, Niel Patrick Harris and Selena Gomez to name a few. The list goes on. Everyone has lent their talents for the lovable Muppets. Jim Henson would be proud to see how his vision and life’s work is being revitalized for a new generation. But those of us who grew up with the Muppets are in for a treat as well. The songs we all know and love such as Rainbow Connection, Moving Right Along, The Muppet Show Theme and other Muppet favorites are introduced once again to be enjoyed.
The Muppet Show is also referenced in the film along with clips from their past shows with some memorable guest hosts like Steve Martin. The Muppets are apart of history and it is nice to see them back again taking those of us who know them back down memory lane to be loved and enjoyed for a new generation. If you want to recapture your youth and bring joy to your young ones then you must seethis movie. It gets 4 out of 5 popcorn bags.
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