Film Overview"Hop" is a live-action/computer-animated comedy film launched in 2011. Directed by Tim Hill, it is a mix of fantasy and comedy that highlights the somewhat neglected Easter holiday with a distinct and amusing story. The film was produced by Illumination Entertainment, known for movies such as "Minions" and "Despicable Me", and Universal Pictures. It features the voices of Russell Brand, Hugh Laurie, and James Marsden, together with live action efficiencies by Kaley Cuoco, Elizabeth Perkins, and Gary Cole.
The PlotThe story of "Hop" centers on E.B. (voiced by Russell Brand), the teenage child of the Easter Bunny (voiced by Hugh Laurie). Unlike his father, E.B. has no interest in taking over the family service of providing Easter eggs and sweets to children worldwide. He desires become a rock-and-roll drummer in Hollywood. On the eve of being crowned the Easter Bunny, E.B. flees to Hollywood where he's hit by Fred O'Hare (James Marsden), an out of work slacker imagining having his own task.
E.B., pretending to be an ordinary anthropomorphic bunny, controls Fred into supplying him shelter. In the meantime, the Easter Bunny snaps and disappointed about his son's disappearance and dispatches the royal guards, the Pink Berets, to find E.B. Back in LA, Fred and E.B. have different adventures and close shaves, all while forming an unlikely friendship.
Sub-Plot and ClimaxAt the same time, within the Easter Bunny's factory, an ambitious, extra-large chick named Carlos (voiced by Hank Azaria) prepares a coup to be the brand-new Easter Bunny. He feels he's more fit for the role given that chicks do most of the Easter preparation. The climax develops when Carlos takes control of the factory and E.B., with Fred's aid, need to conserve Easter from falling into the wrong hands.
The ConclusionIn the end, E.B. and Fred manage to outsmart Carlos and restore peace in the factory. They convince E.B.'s papa that even a human can end up being the Easter Bunny if he truly enjoys and understands the holiday. With this, Fred is appointed as the very first human Easter Bunny, and he delivers the sweet under E.B's guidance. E.B., understanding his daddy's job has more significance than he thought, also help Fred to preserve the tradition.
On an individual level, Fred heals his relationship with his household, who were earlier disappointed due to his lack of a steady job. E.B satisfies his dream as he's seen drumming on the popular David Letterman show. Both E.B and Fred create a lasting friendship, bridging the worlds of fantasy and reality together.
Vital Reception"Hop" is a movie that accommodates household audiences with its endearing characters, humor, and a plot that represents the value of satisfying responsibilities while going after one's passion. Nevertheless, evaluations for the film were combined. Critics praised the animation, visual results, and performances while criticizing its storyline. Regardless, the movie was a ticket office success, making it a popular addition to the Easter holiday movie category.
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