Rating of
3/4
Chris Kavan - wrote on 07/01/21
While Raya and the Last Dragon follows a typical "heroes journey" that is prevalent in any number of other films, I really was impressed by where the film is set and the characters that inhabit this world. And while you'll find many a review stating their disdain for Awkwafina's role as the titular last dragon, I thought all the vocal talent was spot on - and, as others have also stated, she reminded me a bit of the genie from Aladdin. Sure, the film doesn't break any new ground, but it's still a wonder to view and proves you don't need songs to leave a lasting impact.
