Is The Longleg Worth Watching? Honest Movie Review & Audience Verdict (2019)

📖 The Core Premise

The Longleg stands as a 2019 entry that attempts to leave its mark on the Animation, Comedy, Family, Adventure landscape. At its heart, the film explores complex themes wrapped in a compelling storyline. As the plot unfolds, we see characters navigating a world where stakes are high. "Inside a typical town, kids are menaced by the legend of the fearsome Patalarga. For their parents though, Patalarga is nothing more than a clever invention to scare the kids off disturbing their siesta. However, Teto, Maru and Ramón will soon find out Patalarga really does exist! But contrary to its appearance, Patalarga turns out to be a beautiful person, and so, they establish a sweet affectionate connection."

🎬 Performance & Direction

A movie's success often hinges on its execution. Peto Menahem attempts to elevate the material, but the direction leaves them with little to work with. The direction aims to balance pacing with character development, a hallmark of good Animation. While there are moments of brilliance, the pacing occasionally dips.

🤔 Why You Should Watch (or Skip)

Is The Longleg worth your time? If you appreciate Animation, Comedy, Family, Adventure films that take risks, this is likely a decent one-time watch. However, if you are looking for a flawless masterpiece, you might find some plot points predictable.

🏆 Final Verdict

Ultimately, The Longleg misses the mark on several fronts. With a runtime of 70 minutes, it asks for a significant time investment, but for the right audience, it pays off.

Our recommendation: Skip It.