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The Secret Life of Pets is an American computer-animated comedy film produced by Illumination Entertainment and distributed by Universal Pictures in 2016. The film humorously explores what pets do when their owners are away. Written by Cinco Paul, Ken Daurio, and Brian Lynch, and directed by Chris Renaud, the film was released in the United States on July 8, 2016.
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The film follows Max, a Jack Russell Terrier living in an apartment in New York. Max enjoys a happy life with his owner Katie until she brings home Duke, a large dog, which turns his world upside down. The rivalry between the two dogs leads them into the streets of New York. Meanwhile, a group of pets led by Snowball, a rebellious rabbit and former stray, plots a rebellion against humans. While Max and Duke embark on a dangerous journey to return home, the other pets mobilize to rescue them.
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The central theme of the film is the bond between pets and their owners and the behaviors pets exhibit in their absence. It emphasizes friendship, loyalty, and the importance of cooperation despite differences. The film humorously portrays pets as possessing human-like emotions and social dynamics. Subthemes include the hardships faced by abandoned animals and their marginalization by society.
The Secret Life of Pets achieved significant commercial success worldwide. Produced with a budget of $75 million, the film earned $875.4 million globally at the box office. It generated $368.4 million in the United States and $507 million in international markets. The film became one of the highest-grossing animated films of 2016.
The film’s production builds on Illumination Entertainment’s previous work on the Despicable Me series. Director Chris Renaud developed the story by observing the daily behaviors of pets. The scriptwriting and animation process took approximately three years. The film reflects Illumination’s signature character-driven storytelling and vibrant visual style. The score was composed by Alexandre Desplat, and the film also features popular songs.
The film features a colorful and diverse cast of characters. The main characters and their voice actors are:
Although The Secret Life of Pets received mixed reviews from critics, it was well received by audiences. The film was nominated for or won the following awards:
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