Happy Happy Joy Joy: The Ren & Stimpy Story
7.1
2020
1 hr 44 min
Documentary
Exploring the rise and fall of the groundbreaking animated series Ren & Stimpy and its controversial creator, John Kricfalusi, through archival footage, show artwork and interviews with the artists, actors and executives behind the show.
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- Cast:
- John Kricfalusi , Richard Pursel , Bobby Lee , Iliza Shlesinger , Jack Black
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Reviews
Purely Joyful Movie!
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The movie's not perfect, but it sticks the landing of its message. It was engaging - thrilling at times - and I personally thought it was a great time.
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By the time the dramatic fireworks start popping off, each one feels earned.
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The film never slows down or bores, plunging from one harrowing sequence to the next.
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