The museum is in trouble, so eager "Ted" pledges to his employer that he'll put on his distinctive hat and journey to Africa to recover an idol guaranteed to rescue the institution. The owner’s son, who favors selling the land for parking, can’t stop him. Following some scenes reminiscent of “Indiana Jones,” Ted gets what he wants—though it turns out to be quite small. During his return trip, he realizes he's not alo…

It’s hard to believe Matthew O'Callaghan hadn’t directed many films before this one—just three TV specials—because he really knocked it out of the park with this movie. Everyone involved, from the actors and writers to the animators and director, did an exceptional job. The animation itself is vibrant and full of feeling; it’s just outstanding. I'm not exaggerating when I say that this is without a doubt the best fil…