Mars Needs Moms (2011)

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When Martians suddenly abduct his mom, mischievous Milo rushes to the rescue and discovers why all moms are so special.

Movie Overview
"Mars Needs Moms" is a 2011 American 3D computer-animated science-fiction adventure funny film directed by Simon Wells. Based on Berkeley Breathed's 2007 book, the movie tells an enthralling story of nine-year-old Milo, who starts a wild and harmful mission to rescue his mama after she is abducted by Martian intruders.

Plot Introduction
Milo is just a common boy till one eventful event turns his life upside-down. After an argument with his mom over doing tasks, his mother's abrupt kidnapping by Martians intrudicibly alters his world. The Martians need moms to nurture their young and had actually been observing Earth to find the appropriate 'mama specimens'. Milo's mama's disciplining methods make her a perfect choice. Mysteriously teleported to Mars, Milo is plunged into an experience he is woefully unprepared for.

The Journey to Mars
On Mars, Milo suddenly comes across Gribble, a stranded Earthman, who becomes his guide in this new hostile environment. Together, they browse through the governmental Martians and an alien society that values conformity over uniqueness. Milo likewise discovers that Martians are raised by nannybots, since women guideline while the males live underground, absolutely separated from male Martian society, contributing to the intricacy of his adventure.

Strategy to Save His Mom
With Milo's mother's life on the line, an instant strategy needs to be in action. Milo finds out that Martians utilize a gadget to draw out Earth's mothers' nurturing abilities, a procedure that regrettably leads to the mom's death. He further learns that as soon as the sun rises, the procedure will start so there is no time to waste.

Victory and Sacrifice
Milo, Gribble, and Ki (a rebellious Martian who sides with them) contrive to rescue his mother and eventually be successful, but not without problem. In this process, Milo learns to value his mom and the sacrifices she makes for him daily. He also promotes modification by exposing the reality about The Supervisor's deceit. In a twist, Gribble sacrifices himself to send Milo and his mom back to earth, but after emotional bye-byes, Ki figures out a method to save him, reuniting Gribble with another earthling on Mars who he thought was long dead.

Conclusion
"Mars Needs Moms" reinforces the classic message about the deep love and bond in between a mom and kid. It exposes how far one would go to conserve an enjoyed one. This exhilarating interplanetary experience tells a story of bravery, self-sacrifice, relationship and valuing what you have before it's lost. Milo's remarkable experience on Mars is filled with thrilling minutes, humor, pathos, and eventually a heartwarming end.

Top Cast

  • Seth Green (small)
    Seth Green
    Milo (voice)
  • Joan Cusack (small)
    Joan Cusack
    Mom (voice)
  • Dan Fogler (small)
    Dan Fogler
    Gribble (voice)
  • Breckin Meyer (small)
    Breckin Meyer
    Alien (voice)
  • Elisabeth Harnois (small)
    Elisabeth Harnois
    Ki (voice)
  • Tom Everett Scott (small)
    Tom Everett Scott
    Milo's Dad (voice)
  • Mindy Sterling (small)
    Mindy Sterling
    Supervisor (voice)
  • Julene Renee
    Martian (voice)
  • Raymond Ochoa (small)
    Raymond Ochoa
    Martian Hatchling (voice)
  • Robert Ochoa (small)
    Robert Ochoa
    Martian Hatchling (voice)
  • Ryan Ochoa (small)
    Ryan Ochoa
    Martian Hatchling (voice)