VeggieTales: The Ballad of Little Joe

Name: VeggieTales: The Ballad of Little Joe
Director: Tim Hodge
Genre: Family, Animation, Adventure, Western, Drama
Released: 2003-01-01
Duration: 35 min
Rating: 4.7
Cast: Jacquelyn Ritz, Mike Nawrocki, Lisa Vischer, Phil Vischer

2003Dir. Tim Hodge35m

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Runtime35m

Released2003

Budget$353K

Box office$353K

DirectorTim Hodge

About This Movie

So, 'VeggieTales: The Ballad of Little Joe' is quite the quirky little flick from 2003. Directed by Tim Hodge, it weaves a tale through this Wild West setting with animated veggies, which is always a fun juxtaposition. The pacing is lively, carrying you through Little Joe's escapades alongside those French pea brothers, which adds a unique flair. The themes of faith and perseverance are central, and they hit in a surprisingly heartfelt way for a kids' movie. The animation style, though simple, captures that playful spirit, and you can see the practical effects they use to bring these veggie characters to life. It’s just a charming piece that stands out in the VeggieTales lineup, thanks to its adventurous spin and humor.

Wild West animation with a faith-based themeDistinctive character designsLight-hearted humor mixed with moral lessons