The Emoji Movie

In the world inside your smartphone, the bustling city of Textopolis is where all your favorite emojis live and work. In this bustling metropolis, each emoji has one facial expression, except for Gene, an exuberant emoji born without a filter. When a malfunction makes Gene capable of multiple expressions, he embarks on an epic adventure to become 'normal' with the help of his friends Jailbreak and Hi-5. The trio's journey takes them through various digital landscapes, meeting new emojis and encountering unexpected challenges. As they race against time to fix Gene's 'defect' before the phone is reset, they discover the importance of individuality and acceptance in this colorful and heartwarming tale.

Though marketed as a fun-filled animated comedy, 'The Emoji Movie' fell short of expectations for most critics. Rotten Tomatoes gave it a dismal rating of 6%, with critics pointing out the lack of originality and the overwhelming product placement. IMDb rated it at 3.4/10, with reviews highlighting the movie's weak storyline and disjointed plot. Metacritic's score of 12/100 echoed these sentiments, with critics criticizing the film's shallow characters and superficial message. Overall, 'The Emoji Movie' received harsh criticism for its lackluster execution and inability to deliver a compelling narrative.