Recess: All Growed Down

Recess: All Growed Down is a 2003 American animated film produced by Disney Television Animation. It is based on the animated television series Recess, which aired on ABC from 1997 to 2001. The film is a direct-to-video sequel to the 2001 film Recess: School's Out and the third and final film in the Recess franchise.

The storyline of Recess: All Growed Down revolves around the main characters of the Recess series, who are now teenagers. TJ, Gretchen, Vince, Spinelli, Gus, and Mikey are all grown up and on the verge of leaving their childhood behind. However, one day during lunch, they are transported back in time to when they were in the fourth grade.

The plot of the film follows the gang's attempt to get back to their present-day lives. Along the way, they must confront their past selves, navigate friendships and crushes, and face the challenges of their younger selves.

TJ, as the leader of the group, takes on the responsibility of guiding his friends and protecting them from the dangers of their past. Gretchen, the intelligent and analytical member of the team, struggles with being seen as a "nerd" by her younger self. Vince, the athletic member of the group, has to face his anxiety around losing his friendship with TJ. Spinelli, the tough and independent member, struggles with her past mistakes and her feelings for one of her classmates. Gus, the new kid at school, is afraid of being bullied again. And Mikey, the artistic member, confronts his childhood crush and his fear of rejection.

Throughout their journey, the gang comes face-to-face with their beloved but troublemaking kindergartner selves, the Ashleys, and their mean and strict teacher Ms. Finster. They must navigate through familiar parts of their elementary school, including the playground, the cafeteria, and the classroom, while figuring out how to return to their teenage lives.

The film explores themes of growing up, childhood friendships, and the importance of staying true to oneself. It also tackles the nostalgia and fondness that adults often have for their childhoods.

Rickey D'Shon Collins voices the character of Vince, Jason Davis voices Mikey, Ashley Johnson voices Gretchen, and Myles Jeffrey voices TJ. The film also features the voices of several actors who appeared in the original Recess series.

The animation style of Recess: All Growed Down is consistent with the original series, featuring bright colors, exaggerated facial expressions, and physical humor. The film also incorporates flashbacks to scenes from the original series to further explore the characters' pasts.

Overall, Recess: All Growed Down is a heartwarming and fun-filled movie that will appeal to fans of the Recess series of all ages. It effectively captures the spirit and essence of the original series while providing a fresh perspective on the beloved characters. Whether viewed as a stand-alone movie or as a sequel to the previous Recess films, All Growed Down is a delightful addition to the franchise.