How to Outsmart the Bully, Heroes Come in all Sizes.|Jan. 01, 2011|Denmark|78 Min.|PG
Genre: Animation;Comedy;Family
Description: Victor hopes to enjoy a relaxed summer vacation with his friends and his dog in their treehouse. However, his peace is constantly disrupted by Freddy, the local bully who terrorizes Victor and the other kids in town. After an unfortunate encounter with Freddy, Victor devises plans to get back at him. When a circus arrives in town, Victor sees a chance not only to showcase his dog’s talents but also to finally rid the town of Freddy’s mischief.
Based on the classic Danish children’s book by Ole Lund Kirkegaard, *Freddy Frogface* is a 2011 Danish 3D animated comedy directed by Peter Dodd. While the story aims to be light-hearted and humorous, its focus on bullying feels somewhat out of touch in a time when society is increasingly aware of the serious consequences of bullying, both immediate and long-term.
Life isn’t easy for young Victor, who navigates a world of strict adults and the constant threat of Freddy’s bullying. When Victor gets the opportunity to perform in a circus talent show with his dog, Sausage, Freddy hatches a devious plan to ruin Victor’s moment. This animated film offers a mix of comedy and drama, highlighting the challenges faced by children in dealing with bullies and adult expectations.
*Freddy Frogface* is available in multiple audio languages, including Hindi, English, Tamil, Telugu, Punjabi, Malayalam, and Bengali.
Cast director: Peter Dodd
Cast actor: Nikolaj Lie Kaas, Thure Lindhardt, Nicolaj Kopernikus, Katrine Falkenberg
Original name: Orla Frøsnapper