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Chinese Tom & Jerry Film Fails to Capture Original's Spirit

other · 2026-05-01

A new Tom and Jerry film produced in China has been released, drawing criticism for failing to capture the brutal yet comedic slapstick that made the original cartoons a therapeutic outlet for post-war audiences. The review highlights the film's poor quality, calling it painful to watch.

Key facts

  • Tom and Jerry originally served as group therapy for a cruel war and post-war era.
  • The original cartoons were known for brutal and funny slapstick.
  • A new Tom and Jerry film has been produced in China.
  • The film is a cinematic spin-off of the original cartoon.
  • The review describes the film as so bad that it hurts.

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Locations

  • China

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