The film is sophisticated in its revisionist take on the adventure genre, introducing social and ecological concerns into the mix, though its irreverent humor is still accessible to children.

| Feb 19, 2020

The pieces are all there... [but] I kind of would have preferred to watch the making of the movie than the actual movie.

| Sep 27, 2019

With its nuanced narrative and astonishing visuals, Missing Link -- meticulously detailed and thematically dense -- is another delightful offering from Laika.

| Original Score: 4.5/5 | Apr 16, 2019

Stick around for the end credits to get a behind-the-scenes glimpse of the heroes' elephant ride across India. The animators particularly strive to offer a fresh take on their final destination...

| Original Score: 2.5/4 | Apr 15, 2019

hough Missing Link isn't without its flaws, it's still a compelling piece of work, attempting things on a scale that feels monumental - not only as a next step for Laika's growth, but for the field of stop-motion animation on the whole.

| Apr 15, 2019

Despite it sexist stumble, I'd recommend LAIKA's latest. I just wish I didn't have to issue such a disclaimer.

| Apr 13, 2019

Amid the noisy, epic action of most kid-oriented features, this film's story is clear and effective: a sweet-hearted narrative of how friendship can broaden one's horizons.

| Apr 12, 2019

Missing Link is an amusing romp into the imagination that won a lasting place in my heart.

| Original Score: 3.5/4 | Apr 12, 2019

Although it might sound like a lost web address to today's computer-savvy youth, Missing Link is a delightful and polished stop-motion adventure-comedy and droll comment on colonialism.

| Original Score: 3.5/4 | Apr 12, 2019

The minute details of the stop-motion animation make "Missing Link" come alive, but Laika films need to let their freak flag fly. "Missing Link" is only at half-staff.

| Original Score: C+ | Apr 12, 2019

"Missing Link" does not lay an egg by any means. It is visually stunning, with well-realized characters and humor that really does work.

| Original Score: 2.5/4 | Apr 12, 2019

Spectacularly gorgeous settings and characters so subtly expressive that the animators are as much a part of the performances as the outstanding voice talent.

| Original Score: B+ | Apr 12, 2019

With its fifth and fluffiest film -- a jovial but tame comedy on identity and acceptance -- the grown-up animation studio Laika dials down its sophistication in favor of accessible Disney-esque conventions.

| Original Score: 3/5 | Apr 11, 2019

Ultimately, "Missing Link" feels like a "Wallace & Gromit" wanna-be without the charm or laughs.

| Apr 11, 2019

Missing Link is a perfect addition to Laika's thoughtful blend of action, adventure, and heartfelt tales of growing up.

| Original Score: 3.5/5 | Apr 11, 2019

It all goes down easily if not exactly unforgettably; a wispy slice of hirsute whimsy.

| Original Score: B | Apr 11, 2019

The animation is almost too good for a story this slender - the water imagery is especially impressive. But it helps make this pleasant diversion all the more enjoyable, for bigfeet and smallfeet alike.

| Original Score: 2.5/4 | Apr 11, 2019

All in all it's a reasonably enjoyable film, despite the weakness of its Link.

| Original Score: 2.5/4 | Apr 11, 2019

What's missing from the movie, for all its technical skill, is simply inspiration - that extra touch of wit or imagination that might elevate it from a pleasant diversion to a rare sighting.

| Apr 11, 2019

As cinematic treats go, the craft remains as rare as any of Sir Lionel's finds.

| Original Score: 2.5/4 | Apr 10, 2019