Trolls Holiday

Trolls Holiday is a bright, delightful animated film that infuses a rigorous dose of holiday cheer into the established world of the Trolls. The film is a spin-off from DreamWorks Animation's 2016 film 'Trolls,' with the bubbly characters returning for a holiday adventure that captivates audiences with its vibrancy and joyful spirit. The colorful stars display tunes in a captivating adventure directed by Joel Crawford and released in 2017.

The dynamic duo, Anna Kendrick and Justin Timberlake return as the vivacious lead Trolls, Poppy and Branch respectively, offering their vocal talents to this 26-minute short film. Poppy, the princess of the Trolls, is eternally cheerful and optimistic, while Branch is her opposite, constantly apprehensive and skeptical of the world. This dynamic offers a captivating oscillation between positivity and negativity, serving as an alluring blend to engage the audience throughout the lively narrative. Poppy and Branch are joined by the former antagonist of the original Trolls film, Bridget, the sweet Bergens Troll voiced by Zooey Deschanel.

The movie starts shortly after the first film and follows Poppy, Branch, and their multitude of colorful, excited, and ever-singing, ever-dancing troll companions as they envision a world where every day is a holiday. However, upon realizing that the Bergens have no holidays on their calendar after giving up on Trollstice, Poppy gets an idea. She wants to create a new holiday for the Bergens. As Queen of the Trolls, Poppy decides to bring holiday cheer to the Bergens, inciting the central plot of the film.

As Poppy, Branch, and company throw themselves into planning the perfect holiday for the Bergens, a story of friendship, acceptance, and understanding unfolds. The Trolls have always resonated with audiences, both young and old, for their cheerful exuberance and unbridled positivity. This film takes those staple characteristics and enhances them with the added charm of festive spirit and holiday cheer. Besides, the harmonious melodies that come naturally to these ever-singing, ever-dancing characters create a magnetic pull.

Aside from the enthralling characters and their individual charm, another great aspect of Trolls Holiday is the inventive animation. Returning to the distinctive, color-soaked animation style that was such an integral part of the first film, Trolls Holiday is a visual spectacle of color and creativity. DreamWorks Animation has created a vibrant and whimsical world where even hair has character. It's a dazzling spectacle of visuals that are both dreamy and highly imaginative.

In terms of vocal performances, Anna Kendrick as Poppy dominates the screen with her perky, optimistic character bringing joy with every word she speaks. Justin Timberlake's Branch is the perfect counterbalance to Poppy's radiance with his more cautious and pragmatic approach. Still, his intrinsic good-nature provides the ideal partner in every adventurous pursuit Poppy embarks on. Zooey Deschanel adds a unique charm to the lovable Bergen, providing complexity and warmth to her character.

As is customary with the Trolls, their infectious euphoria is matched with musical numbers that will set your foot tapping, with Timberlake also serving as the executive music producer. The film boasts a vibrant soundtrack with catchy songs that infuse every scene with an energy as irresistible as the characters themselves. Even though the film is short, it's packed with memorable melodies that stay long after the film ends.

By and large, Trolls Holiday is a short yet vibrant burst of joy that brings merriment in each minute. It delights audiences with color, enthusiasm, pleasing tunes, and an uplifting storyline. It is a condensed, yet fulfilling cinematic experience that is bound to leave viewers with a warm feeling of joy and a renewed appreciation for the beauty of inclusivity, friendship, and holidays. All the more delightful, it's an enjoyable watch for all ages, making it a handy film to have in your festive watch list.