Although it has its amusing moments, in eneral the plot does not convince.

Fun premise, good actors, bad writing. This film seemed to have potential at the beginning but it quickly devolves into a trite action film. Ultimately it's very boring.

The movie turns out to be a little better than the average. Starting from a romantic formula often seen in the cinema, it ends in the most predictable (and somewhat bland) way.

By the time the dramatic fireworks start popping off, each one feels earned.

I took my four year old boy to watch Postman Pat and while it was a show I used to enjoy laughing at as a teenager I really wasn't expecting much from this movie. Needless to say I was blown away with the hilarity that ensued. My son was also enthralled for most of the movie (ok he got a little restless during the middle but soon again was glued to it as the movie kicked into overdrive). The others in the movie theater with me were also laughing and obviously enjoying this rollicking crazy tall story. I also did not hear any frightened kids crying or screaming for mercy. Anyone who says it is too scary for children must have VERY sheltered children, or no sense of humor (actually probably both). My boy was fine, afterward said it was a tiny bit scary but he kept telling me for the rest of the day how it was an awesome movie and how much he loved it (and no I am not a deadbeat dad who lets his kids watch horror movies or anything). Perhaps some of these people should take up being Amish or only watch re-runs of Sesame Street, or old Disney cartoons - although they probably think they are too violent as well). As for the plot, I personally loved it. Far fetched? Yes. Silly? Yes. A complete removal from reality? Yes. I mean the film makers obviously just said 'stuff it, its a kids movie who cares?' I certainly didn't, it was a ripper. Rather than tearing holes in the plot (which I usually do to great delight) I found myself applauding the filmmakers complete ability to just make a great kids movie that had me laughing at holes rather than poking my finger through them. Amazing. --- minor spoilers follow--- Any movie that has a legion of robot Postman Pats trying to take over the world for an evil corporation and a robotic Jess that shoots laser beams out of it's eyes gets my adoration as well as my approval! Looking forward to the DVD. Best kids movie I have seen since The Lego Movie and Megamind. Just awesome. 10 out of 10.

The animation is very clever and the film starts off OK but quickly deteriorates. Why did they have to take a friendly, funny and kind character that my 5 year old has come to love, and transform him into a scary, red eyed monster which had my son hiding behind the sofa. At one point one of the Jess bots looks like something from Terminator. Not what I would have chosen as entertainment for my son just before he tries to go to sleep at night. I am afraid I couldn't recommend showing this film to young children. I felt let down that they had changed these well loved characters beyond recognition. One of it's only saving points were the few scenes that made me laugh, but I don't think my son understood the humour.

Both my son and I, anticipated for the movie as we have loved the series, but after watching it, got let down. It has a rather OK "starting point" for the storyline, which consumes all movie with, and just finishes all well out of sudden. More like 5 min intro, 75 min gap and 5 min happy ending. Most annoying part was that this movie is rated universal by both MPAA and BBFC, something rather questionable, considering a whole theater of 4 and 5yo crying because one of the most peaceful and kind heroes, turned into a big bad mean monster for 70+ minutes, letting every parent to explain what's up. Nothing to do with the series, completely different feeling, mentality and atmosphere. 3* max.

What an epic movie! My 3 year old boy wanted to go back to the cinema immediately and watch it again, and so we did, and he enjoyed it even more that time. I don't understand why everyone hates this film. If you haven't yet seen it, go and see it with your kids or cousins or grand children because it is a properly good film. I know, the graphics and animations aren't incredible, but, the cast, Jim Broadbent and Rupert Grint, and Simon Cowbell presenting his own show, "Your the One!" Was a great idea. Yes, the plot wasn't overly incredible but for little kids it is acceptable. All In all, this is a great film, suitable for all ages and all people. If you enjoyed the classic TV series, you will absolutely love this film. Awesome film.