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Action
Adventure
Animation
Family
Science Fiction

Pokémon: Mewtwo Strikes Back—Evolution (2019) Review in 2025

7.5/10
Blockbuster

Pokémon: Mewtwo Strikes Back—Evolution is a 2019 animated film that follows the story of Ash Ketchum and his friends as they face a powerful and mysterious Pokémon.

1 hour 40 minutes
Japanese (Dubbed: English)
Age group: 8-18, Interests: Pokémon, Animation, Adventure
Director:
Junichi Sato
Budget: 2 million USD
Gross: 30 million USD

Family-Friendly Rating

Is this movie suitable for family viewing?

This movie is suitable for children and families, but some scenes may be too intense for very young children.

CineReview Recommendation

This movie is worth watching for fans of the Pokémon franchise and animation in general. It's a fun and exciting film with a engaging story and memorable characters.

Spoiler Alert!

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The movie takes place after the events of the original Pokémon: The First Movie and follows Ash and his friends as they try to stop Mewtwo, a powerful and genetically modified Pokémon, from destroying the world.

Review Details

story8.00/10

The story is engaging and well-paced, with a clear plot and interesting characters. However, some scenes may feel a bit rushed or convenient.

acting8.00/10

The voice acting is excellent, with Rica Matsumoto and Ikue Ōtani delivering particularly strong performances. The emotional moments are also well-acted and heartfelt.

characters8.00/10

The characters are well-developed and relatable, with Ash and his friends being particularly well-written. However, some supporting characters feel a bit one-dimensional.

direction7.00/10

The direction is solid, with some impressive action sequences and emotional moments. However, the pacing can be a bit uneven at times.

cinematography8.00/10

The animation is stunning, with beautiful and detailed environments and characters. The action sequences are also well-choreographed and exciting.

Pros and Cons

Pros

The movie has a engaging story, well-developed characters, and impressive animation. The action sequences are also well-choreographed and exciting.

Cons

Some scenes may feel a bit rushed or convenient, and the pacing can be uneven at times. Some supporting characters feel a bit one-dimensional.

Notable Quotes

"The power of friendship can overcome even the greatest of challenges."
"You're not just a Pokémon trainer, you're a hero."

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