Since the “PAW Patrol” series began airing in 2013, we’ve seen the heroic pooches and their fearless 10-year-old leader go on a pirate adventure, rescue dinosaurs and tangle with various other foes…
, along with co-writers Billy Frolick and Bob Barlen, add further depth and dimension to these beloved puppy protagonists, embracing cinematic spectacle and character-driven emotions to deliver a surprisingly potent feature. Any crass consumerism is eclipsed by disarming, demonstrable themes and meaningful sentiments woven throughout the film’s textured fabric.
While firefighter Marshall , pilot Skye , bulldozing bulldog Rubble , recycling handypup Rocky and aquatic rescuer Zuma are all excited to help their No. 1 super fan and humankind, stouthearted police dog Chase isn’t as thrilled. He’s dealing with some nerves stemming from his early years as a scared stray in Adventure City and isn’t quite ready to return to show them the hero he’s become.
While each of the Patrol get their own movie moment to shine, drawing the focus onto two of its members — potential member Liberty and group stalwart Chase — helps better hone the internal and external stakes. Chase’s psychological strife is well-executed and approached compassionately. The filmmakers don’t hand-wave away poignant, sad notes. Rather, they let them linger, showing characters working through conundrums, since problem-solving is a commendable tenet carried over from the show.
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