'The Tale of Despereaux' great family fun

Directors: Sam Fell/Robert Stevenhagen

Cast: Emma Thompson, Dustin Hoffman, Matthew Broderick, Tracy Ullman

An animated charmer for the kiddies – with a star-studded cast list that covers many of Hollywood’s top names – about the adventures of a couple of a couple of mice – one a bookish little fellow – and a manic depressive rat who plots a means of escape from his surroundings.

The story is full of fun, the animation first class and the little characters will appeal to the target audience in a film just right for a seasonal treat.

Star Rating: 4/5