Looney Tunes Return to Hand-Drawn Animation with 'The Day the Earth Blew Up'
The first feature-length Looney Tunes movie blends classic 2D animation with modern sensibilities, hitting theaters this week.
- 'The Day the Earth Blew Up' marks the first fully animated feature-length Looney Tunes film in the franchise's 94-year history.
- Directed by Pete Browngardt, the movie champions hand-drawn 2D animation, a rarity in modern American filmmaking.
- Eric Bauza and Candi Milo bring Daffy Duck, Porky Pig, and Petunia Pig to life, emphasizing humor and timeless character dynamics.
- The film avoids overreliance on nostalgia, instead delivering a fresh, family-friendly comedy with universal appeal.
- Critics highlight the movie's visual artistry and humor, calling it a celebration of 2D animation and a push for its resurgence.