Rated PG

Based on the graphic novels by Dav Pilkey, DOG MAN is an animated film about a human-dog hybrid who becomes the hero cop. When a series of evildoers start to cause problems, it’s up to DOG MAN to keep the peace.

As a grown-up with a child’s sense of humor, I fully appreciate the off-the-wall sandbox where Dav Pilkey plays. While this isn’t as sophomoric of a set-up as CAPTAIN UNDERPANTS, the world of DOG MAN is certainly just as bonkers.

This makes for a fun and vibrant animated ride. There’s a surprising amount of character development and story thrown in here, with plenty of jokes for the grown-ups to keep their interest as well. Sure, some of the character points are a bit cliché, but I can easily forgive that in a kids’ movie.

The animation mixes a slick CGI style with the old-school stutter of stop-motion playback, offering a unique look that doesn’t feel overproduced. And I thought it was a hoot.

DOG MAN gets four pairs of underpants out of five. I’m Kevin Carr, and that’s the way I see it.

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