Name: LEGO Hero Factory: Rise of the Rookies
Director: Mark Baldo
Genre: Action, Family, Animation
Released: 2010-01-01
Duration: 88 min
Rating: 6.4
Cast: John Schneider, Henry Winkler, Eric Christian Olsen, Malcolm McDowell, Christopher B. Duncan

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Runtime1h 28m

Released2010

DirectorMark Baldo

About This Movie

LEGO Hero Factory: Rise of the Rookies is one of those unique entries in the animated family genre – it's got this playful yet intense vibe. The story revolves around a new Rookie team, which adds fresh energy, but there's a nice undercurrent of drama with Stormer's past surfacing. The animation style is vibrant, as expected from LEGO, but it also has a certain polished feel that makes the action sequences pop. Pacing is brisk, keeping the younger audience engaged while tossing in some themes of teamwork and facing one's fears. The performances, while primarily voice work, manage to convey a surprisingly good range of emotions, especially with the character dynamics. Overall, it's a solid piece if you're into LEGO's storytelling evolution.

Great for LEGO collectorsInteresting character dynamicsSolid animation style