The much-anticipated film adaptation of the musical Cats is facing a tidal wave of negative reviews from critics. As a lifelong fan who cherished the VHS recording of the Broadway show, it pains me to report that the reception has been overwhelmingly harsh. In theory, the film had all the right ingredients for success: Oscar-winning director Tom Hooper at the helm, an original song by Taylor Swift, and powerhouse performances by stars like Jennifer Hudson. However, as one reviewer from the Boston Globe lamented, “My eyes are burning. Oh god, my eyes.”
With the review embargo now lifted, Reddit has compiled the most notable quotes, showcasing the film’s critical fallout. The Hollywood Reporter dubbed it “Cat-astrophic,” while The Playlist took a more dramatic stance, declaring, “theater is dead.” Ouch.
Critics expressed bewilderment over the film’s eccentricities, particularly the decision to sexualize the characters. Yes, you read that right—sexy cats. shudders. One review described the experience as “stumbling upon an unholy and heretofore unknown genre of porn,” while another noted that watching Cats feels like it’s perpetually on the brink of devolving into a furry orgy in a dumpster. Yikes. “If you were shocked by the juxtaposition of iconic British actors with furry bodies, you’ll likely find yourself peering through your fingers in horror,” stated the Hollywood Reporter.
Despite the deluge of negative feedback, there was a glimmer of positivity in one review from The Wrap, which noted that Jennifer Hudson, Judi Dench, and Ian McKellen brought some emotional depth to the otherwise chaotic production. Robert Abele writes that they managed to enchant audiences “thanks to the ease with which they growl some feeling into the heaving, disorienting strangeness.”
So, if your Christmas Day plans involve watching Cats, you might want to reconsider.
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In summary, the film adaptation of Cats has left audiences and critics alike reeling from its bizarre choices and overall execution. Despite a few bright spots, the overwhelming consensus is that this musical adaptation missed the mark.
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