


I especially love the 2D flashback sequences, which were so refreshing to see in a DreamWorks film. Hans Zimmer’s score also adds a lot to the scope and energy of the scenes. The action sequences are well-staged, the character animation is strong, and the visuals are some of the most beautiful of any animated film. Kung Fu Panda 3 is especially good when it tackles themes of adoption and focuses on its central message of being yourself and finding your own unique power. Luckily it is directed with emotion by Jennifer Yuh Nelson and Allesandro Carloni, which saves it. However, it does at times hit overly familiar notes in the writing and the humor sometimes feels forced and not very sharp. It is in this village that Po finally learns who he is and gains mastery over his powers.įortunately there are mostly positives in this film.

This leads to a fateful meeting with Po’s father, Li (Bryan Cranston), who offers to teach Po how to master chi by taking him back to the secret panda village where Po was born.
