Pokémon the Movie: I Choose You! (2017)
- The initial cut of Pokémon the Movie: I Choose You! was reportedly much longer, with several subplots removed to improve the pacing.
- Rica Matsumoto spent months preparing for the role, heavily researching the subject matter.
Pokémon the Movie: I Choose You! is a 2017 family, animation, adventure film directed by Kunihiko Yuyama. Ash Ketchum wakes up late one morning after having broken his alarm clock in his sleep. He eventually makes it to Professor Oak's lab, but is told that the three starter List of Pokémon (Bulbasaur, Squirtle, and Charmander) have already been taken by Trainers who were on time.
However, Oak reveals that he has one more Pokémon, an Electric-type named Pikachu. Despite its volatile and feisty personality, as well as its refusal to get inside a Poké Ball, Ash happily takes Pikachu for his journey. The film has been rated by 663 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.
As a family film, Pokémon the Movie: I Choose You! delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. Pokémon the Movie: I Choose You! (2017) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape.
The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.
