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Monkeybone

PG-13 2001 Adventure, Animation, Comedy, Fantasy, Science Fiction · 1h 33m
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After a car crash sends repressed cartoonist Stu into a coma, he and the mischievous Monkeybone, his hilarious alter-ego, wake up in a wacked-out waystation for lost souls. When Monkeybone takes over Stu's body and escapes to wreak havoc on the real world, Stu has to find a way to stop him before his sister pulls the plug on reality forever!

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About Monkeybone

After a car crash lands Stu Miley in a coma, he awakens in Down Town, a purgatory populated by forgotten souls and his own creation, the mischievous Monkeybone. This is where their unlikely partnership begins, however, their world is turned upside down when Monkeybone seizes the chance to escape into the real world, taking over Stu's body. Stu must find a way to stop his creation before his sister pulls the plug, ending his life, and trapping him forever in Down Town. In this darkly comedic adventure, Stu battles not only his own creation, but also the bizarre inhabitants of Down Town, to reclaim his life and save reality from the chaos of Monkeybone.

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Cast and Characters

Directed by Henry Selick, Monkeybone boasts a stellar cast. Brendan Fraser stars as Stu Miley, the repressed cartoonist, while John Turturro embodies the chaotic energy of Monkeybone. Bridget Fonda plays Julie McElroy, Stu's love interest, who provides a grounding force in the midst of the madness. Chris Kattan appears as Organ Donor Stu, adding another layer of comedic absurdity. Giancarlo Esposito takes on the role of Hypnos, the Sandman, a key figure in Down Town. Rose McGowan embodies Miss Kitty, one of the many colorful characters inhabiting Down Town.

What people like about Monkeybone

Audiences praised Monkeybone for its unique visual style, its innovative blend of live-action and stop-motion animation, and its darkly comedic tone. Many appreciated the film's willingness to take risks and its imaginative depiction of Down Town. While divisive, its bold artistic choices and unconventional storytelling have garnered a devoted following over the years.

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Movie Score

53%

Released

February 23, 2001

Director

Henry Selick

Cast

Brendan Fraser, Bridget Fonda, John Turturro, Chris Kattan, Giancarlo Esposito, Rose McGowan

Genre

Adventure, Animation, Comedy, Fantasy, Science Fiction

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