‘Hoppers’ Review: Animal Magnetism
The New York Times • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Pixar's new movie "Hoppers," directed by Daniel Chong, centers on Mabel Tanaka, a young woman dedicated to protecting a natural glade near her hometown from development.
- The story highlights ecological themes, focusing on the importance of animals and ecosystems, with Mabel learning from her grandmother to appreciate nature's interconnectedness.
- The plot revolves around saving the glade from a beltway construction planned by Mayor Jerry, who claims the area is devoid of wildlife.
- Mabel seeks help from her biology professor, who advises that reintroducing a keystone species, a beaver, could restore the ecosystem and bring animals back to the glade.
- While not as visually groundbreaking as some Pixar films, "H
