Sing

**Full Synopsis Of The Film " Sing” (2016)**

** Title**: Sing
**Sutradara**: Garth Jennings
**Produser**: Illumination Entertainment
** Genre**: Animation, Comedy, Musical
** Duration**: 108 minutes
** Release Date**: December 21, 2016

** Background Story**:
The Film *Sing * is set in a world inhabited by anthropomorphic animals. The story centers on the fictional town of Calatonia, where a koala named Buster Moon (voiced by Matthew McConaughey) struggles to save his own theater, The Moon Theater, from bankruptcy. The theater is a legacy from his father and was once the pride of the city, but is now deserted by visitors due to a series of failed performances. In an unyielding spirit, Buster decides to hold the largest singing competition in the city to restore the glory of his theater and attract the attention of the public.

** Storyline**:
Buster, aided by his best friend, a sheep named Eddie (John C. Reilly), planned a singing competition with a prize of $1,000. However, due to a misprint by his aging assistant, Miss Crawly (Garth Jennings), the competition's promotional flyer accidentally lists a $100,000 prize. This mistake became widespread and attracted hundreds of animals from different backgrounds to audition, each of whom had personal dreams and problems.

** Main characters and their struggles**:
1. ** Buster Moon (Koala)**: an optimist trying to save his theater. He faces pressure from a bank that threatens to foreclose on the theater's property and doubts from those around him. Buster lies about the prize money to keep the participants in good spirits, but this leads to great consequences.

2. ** Rosita (the domestic pig, voiced by Reese Witherspoon)**: a housewife with 25 piglets who feels her singing talent is being neglected due to family routine. She struggles to prove herself as a singer while balancing the responsibilities of motherhood. Rosita is paired with Gunter (Nick Kroll), a flamboyant pig who loves to dance, for a duet performance.

3. **Johnny (Gorila, disuarakan oleh Taron Egerton)**: Anak dari pemimpin geng perampok, Big Daddy (Peter Serafinowicz), yang ingin Johnny mengikuti jejak kriminal keluarganya. However, Johnny secretly dreams of becoming a singer and must choose between family loyalty or pursuing his dream.

4. **Ash (Landak, disuarakan oleh Scarlett Johansson)**: Seorang penyanyi rock punk yang berusaha keluar dari bayang-bayang pacarnya, Lance (Beck Bennett), yang egois. After the breakup, Ash found strength in writing and performing his own original songs.

5. ** Meena (elephant, voiced by Tori Kelly)**: shy teenager with an amazing voice but suffering from stage fright. Encouraged by her family, Meena struggles to overcome her fear of performing on stage.

6. **Mike (Tikus, disuarakan oleh Seth MacFarlane)**: Penyanyi jalanan yang arogan dengan gaya crooner ala Frank Sinatra. He joins for the sake of prize money, but his greedy nature and tendency to cheat leads him into trouble with a group of debt-ridden bears.

** Story Progression**:
The competition auditions introduce a variety of unique characters with entertaining performances, ranging from opera singing to modern pop songs. After selecting the finalists, Buster went to great lengths to unite his team, despite challenges such as conflicts between participants, the financial crisis and doubts about the success of the event. Meanwhile, each participant faces personal struggles: Rosita builds self-confidence, Johnny tries to escape his father's pressure, Ash discovers his true identity, Meena fights fear, and Mike gets stuck in trouble due to his arrogance.

When the bank presses Buster to pay off the debt, he lies to the participants that the prize money really exists, hoping that the show will be a success and attract investors. However, the truth about the fake prizes is revealed, causing the participants ' anger and the literal destruction of the theater as a result of a flood accident triggered by a giant water tank owned by a neighbor, Squid (Garth Jennings). Losing the theater discouraged Buster and nearly gave up, but the support of the participants and Miss Crawly inspired him to rise.

With renewed vigor, Buster and the participants staged an impromptu performance in the ruins of the theater, in the presence of an initially only curious audience. One by one, they performed with great heart:
– Rosita dan Gunter membawakan nomor tari energik dengan lagu “Shake It Off” milik Taylor Swift.
- Johnny sang Elton John's “I'm Still Standing”, which finally made his father proud.
– Ash membawakan lagu orisinalnya, “Set It All Free,” yang mencuri perhatian.
- Meena, having overcome her fear, sang Leonard Cohen's “Hallelujah” in a stunning voice, becoming the highlight of the performance.
- Mike, despite having escaped being chased by a bear, returns to perform with Frank Sinatra's “My Way”.

** Climax and finale**:
The show went viral, attracting the attention of music producers and the public. Nana Noodleman (Jennifer Saunders), a legendary diva and former theater singer, who initially doubts Buster, is impressed with the show and decides to fund the rebuilding of the Moon Theater. The theater reopened magnificently, becoming a symbol of the victory of all the characters over their obstacles. Each participant finds their courage and purpose in life, while Buster manages to realize his dream of reviving his father's theater.

** Themes and messages**:
* Sing * brings themes about Chasing Dreams, Courage to be yourself, and the power of community. The Film emphasizes that talent and determination can overcome obstacles, be it personal fears, social pressures, or financial limitations. Popular songs from different eras, such as “Firework” (Katy Perry), “Bad Romance” (Lady Gaga), to classics like “My Way,” amplify emotions and entertain audiences of all ages.

** Conclusion**:
* Sing * is an animated film full of color, humor, and heart, with relatable characters and enthralling music. The story is simple but powerful, inviting the audience to believe in themselves and not be afraid to dream big. The success of the film also continues with its sequel, *Sing 2* (2021), which continues The Adventures Of Buster and his theater crew.

**Additional Notes**:
- The Film features over 60 popular songs, re-arranged to suit the characters.
- *Sing * was a box office success with global revenues of over $634 million and was praised for its humor, animation, and strong voice acting.
- Suitable for families, the film offers light entertainment with a universal positive message.

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