Don't Get Your Noodles In a Twist! Selene W. reviews Kung Fu Panda 4
9Don't get your noodles in a twist because Kung Fu Panda 4 is available now. For the first time in almost a decade, comedy icon Jack Black returns to his role as Po, the world's acknowledged most unlikely kung fu master. Some familiar characters are here to support him on his journey along with some new relationships which refresh this beloved franchise.
Po, the Dragon Warrior (Jack Black) is about to experience a transition as Kung Fu Master Shifu (Dustin Hoffman) informs him that he is needed to become a spiritual leader and to choose and train the next Dragon Warrior. Resisting his new role, Po determines it is necessary to first thwart a powerful new sorceress, Chameleon (Viola Davis), who can shapeshift and seeks total kung fu domination. He finds an unlikely partner in a tricky thief, Zhen (Awkwafina) who ends up teaching him that heroes can be found even in a den of thieves.
The computer animation of this film is so beautiful that, in the beginning, it almost appears to be 3D. The backgrounds are stunning and you'll love the various scenes in this wonton wonderland from DreamWorks Animation. I really enjoyed the interaction between the unlikely duo of Po and Zhen and the comedy created between their two characters. Zhen is a tricky fox as she straddles the line between truth and deceit. I absolutely love the new villain Chameleon and Viola Davis really illustrates how small and stylish stature doesn't impact the extent of evil evident in a character. Chameleon has the power to disguise herself as any powerful enemy she chooses; but doesn't possess the ability to use their skills and knowledge which is why she organizes the theft of the Staff of Wisdom to enable her to gain knowledge of kung fu. The one thing I really missed is the Fabulous Five in this sequel although they make a brief cameo appearance in the ending. As always the physical comedy and kung fu fighing are fun and we are reminded that for Po everything comes back to dumplings.
This film’s message is that true change comes from within and that support from family and friends makes a great impact while helping to enable that change. After all, every step someone takes, no matter how large or small creates a footprint for others to follow.
Kung Fu Panda 4 gets 5 out of 5 stars from me and I recommend it for ages 8 to 18, plus adults. This movie releases in theaters March 8, 2024 so go enjoy this hilarious new chapter in a favorite action-comedy franchise!
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