As can be expected from a film intended for children, Even Mice Belong in Heaven is a pretty straightforward story that touches on a lot of familiar lessons. But the magic is in the way that it’s told.
The message of selflessness, generosity and loyalty is by-the-numbers stuff, but embellish it with moss, pinecones and twigs, and it takes on a certain magic.
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The GuardianCath Clarke
The GuardianCath Clarke
It’s a shame that after that killer start, this wimps out of saying anything interesting about death or the adventure on the other side.
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The Observer (UK)Simran Hans
The Observer (UK)Simran Hans
The story is a little flat, but the gorgeous, hand-crafted puppets and sets give the film dimension.
