Woody Woodpecker Goes to Camp

Sinopsis Lengkap: Woody Woodpecker Goes to Camp (2024)

Woody Woodpecker Goes to Camp is a live-action animated adventure comedy film released on April 12, 2024 on Netflix. Directed by Jonathan A. Rosenbaum, the film is a sequel to the film Woody Woodpecker (2017) and brings back the iconic woodpecker character, Woody Woodpecker, in a new adventure full of laughter, mayhem, and valuable lessons about teamwork. The Film was produced by Universal 1440 Entertainment with Universal Animation Studios, with a duration of 1 hour 40 minutes and a TV-G rating, suitable for family audiences.

Beginning of the story: expulsion from the Forest

The story begins when Woody Woodpecker (voiced by Eric Bauza), a woodpecker known for his nosy antics and characteristic laugh, is driven from his home in the woods. This expulsion came after Woody messed it up by annoying a camper influencer who he thought was annoying. Ranger Walters, the Ranger, states that Woody must learn about teamwork before being allowed back into the forest, as his selfish and troublemaking nature is seen as damaging the tranquility of the forest. With a heavy but passionate heart, Woody decides to find a new place to live.

Petualangan di Camp Woo Hoo

Woody's journey takes him to Camp Woo Hoo, a summer camp focused on creativity and science (STEM). There, Woody meets Maggie (Chloe De Los Santos), an intelligent girl who introduces him to Angie (Mary-Louise Parker), the friendly camp director. Camp Woo Hoo seems like the perfect new home for Woody, with a fun-filled atmosphere and excited kids. However, Woody soon learns that the camp is threatened with closure by Inspector Wally Walrus (voiced by Tom Kenny), who is looking for an excuse to shut down the camp.

Sementara itu, Woody juga bertemu dengan ancaman lain: Buzz Buzzard (disuarakan oleh Kevin Michael Richardson), seorang buronan licik yang menyamar sebagai koki di kamp saingan, Camp Hoo Rah. Camp Hoo Rah, led by Zane (Josh Lawson), Angie's cousin, is a military-style camp known for being tough and always dominating the annual competition between camps, Wilderness Games. Buzz has a sinister plan to steal a legendary treasure supposedly hidden in the grounds of both camps, and he conspires with Zane to shut down Camp Woo Hoo for his own sake.

Chaos and challenges in the Camp

Woody's arrival at Camp Woo Hoo instantly sparks chaos. With his impulsive and playful nature, Woody inadvertently causes a variety of problems, from destroying a portable pool to disrupting camp activities. At first, the kids at Camp Woo Hoo, which consists of a group of talented but less confident children, are annoyed by Woody's act. However, Maggie sees potential in Woody and encourages him to help the Camp win Wilderness Games, who becomes the last hope to save Camp Woo Hoo from closure.

Unfortunately, Woody is trapped by Buzz over the chaos created, making Wally Walrus even more convinced that this camp is not worth defending. In an attempt to make amends, Woody convinces Wally to give camp Woo Hoo one more chance by following Wilderness Games. However, this challenge is not easy. Camp Woo Hoo always loses to Camp Hoo Rah, which has children trained like warriors. The campers at Woo Hoo, who are more talented in the arts and Sciences, feel inferior and pessimistic about their chances.

Wilderness Games and Woody changes

Seconds Wilderness Games as time goes on, Woody begins to learn about the importance of teamwork. Initially, Woo Hoo's team suffers repeated defeats, but Maggie and the other children begin to use their unique skills-such as science ability, creativity, and strategy—to keep up with Hoo Rah's team's physical strength. Woody, who initially thinks only of himself, begins to be inspired by the team spirit and tries to help in his characteristic way, although often still full of chaos.

Di sisi lain, Buzz terus berusaha menyabotase Camp Woo Hoo sambil mencari harta karun. Woody eventually discovers Buzz's evil plan to blackmail Zane into selling both camps. In one incident, Woody is locked in a freezer by Buzz, but he is accidentally freed by a postman who delivers Buzz's illegal weapons. Woody then comes face to face with Buzz, sparking a series of slapstick comedy stunts involving hilarious chases and fights.

Climax and Treasure Discovery

Towards the final challenge Wilderness Games, Woo Hoo's Team Fortress is destroyed, but Maggie devises a clever plan that utilizes teamwork to defeat almost all members of Hoo Rah's team. Woody, now beginning to understand the value of being together, fires a flare gun to warn everyone of Buzz's plans. He manages to uncover Buzz's evil plan to steal treasure and possess illegal weapons, leaving Buzz cornered.

In the climax of the story, Woody and the campers discover that the treasure Buzz was looking for turned out to be the Obadiah statue, a historical artifact that became a symbol of the unity of the two camps. More surprisingly, Woody learns that he has an ancestor named Woodthalemew Woodpeckerton, who is related to the history of the camp grounds. This discovery makes Woody feel an emotional bond with Camp Woo Hoo.

Closing and Moral message

After Buzz and his henchman Darren are arrested by the police (with a hilarious scene where they accidentally land in front of the police station), the two camps reconcile and unite into one new camp called Camp Woo Hoo Rah. Woody, who has now turned into more caring for others, is immortalized in the camp Flag as a symbol of unity. Before returning to the forest with a proud heart, Woody says goodbye to Maggie and promises to return next summer.

In the mid-credits scene, Buzz and Darren are seen panicking when they realize they are surrounded by police, closing the film with a typically comedic tone. The Film highlights messages about the importance of teamwork, valuing individual uniqueness, and learning from mistakes. Despite being full of slapstick humor and simple jokes, the story manages to convey positive values suitable for young audiences.

Main Characters

• Woody Woodpecker (Eric Bauza): a mischievous woodpecker who learns about teamwork.
• Maggie (Chloe De Los Santos): intelligent girl who becomes Woody's friend and helps bring the team together.
• Angie (Mary-Louise Parker): Direktur Camp Woo Hoo yang peduli pada anak-anak.
• Zane (Josh Lawson): Direktur Camp Hoo Rah yang awalnya terlibat dengan Buzz.
• Buzz Buzzard (Kevin Michael Richardson): Penjahat licik yang ingin mencuri harta karun.
• Wally Walrus (Tom Kenny): strict but fair camp Inspector.

Nostalgia and production elements

The Film brings a nostalgic element by including classic characters such as Buzz Buzzard and Wally Walrus, as well as a sculptural cameo of Chilly Willy, another character from the series Woody Woodpecker. The use of CGI animation combined with live-action manages to capture the essence of classic cartoons while providing a modern feel. Music and references to the original cartoons also add appeal to longtime fans, while light humor and exciting adventures appeal to new audiences.

With locations in Melbourne and the Victoria region of Australia, the film features beautiful natural scenery as a backdrop to Woody's adventures. Despite receiving mixed reviews (17% on Rotten Tomatoes from 6 critics), the film was praised for its simplicity and ability to entertain children ages 4-10 with safe humor and a positive message.

Sources: Informasi diambil dari berbagai sumber termasuk IMDb, Netflix, Wikipedia, dan ulasan di Rotten Tomatoes serta Common Sense Media.