Kim Possible Movie: So the Drama

Kim Possible Movie:
So the Drama

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Created by Mark McCorkle
Bob Schooley
Based on Kim Possible 
by Bob Schooley & Mark McCorkle
Written by Bob Schooley
Mark McCorkle
Directed by Steve Loter
Starring Christy Carlson Romano
Will Friedle
Nancy Cartwright
Tahj Mowry
Ricky Ullman
Raven-Symoné
Kirsten Storms
John DiMaggio
Nicole Sullivan
Theme music composer Adam Berry
Country of origin United States
Original language(s) English
Production
Producer(s) Steve Loter
Mark McCorkle (executive producer)
Bob Schooley (executive producer)
Editor(s) Joseph Molinari
Running time 68 minutes (original version)
71 minutes (extended edition)
Production company(s) Walt Disney Television Animation
Distributor Disney-ABC Domestic Television
Release
Original network Disney Channel
Original release February 24, 2005 (2005-02-24) (UK)
April 8, 2005 (2005-04-08) (U.S.)
Chronology
Preceded by A Sitch in Time

Kim Possible Movie: So The Drama (also known as Kim Possible: So the Drama) is the second feature-length film based on the Kim Possible TV show, preceded by A Sitch in Time in 2003. This film includes a mix of hand-drawn animation and computer animation.

The film premiered April 8, 2005 on Disney Channel, advertised as the first animated Disney Channel Original Movie. This film was aired before the last few episodes of the series' third season.

The film was originally intended to be the series finale but Disney Channel ultimately renewed the series, and the fourth season of Kim Possible premiered on February 10, 2007, with events of the series continuing after the movie itself. The film also features Christy Carlson Romano's single "Could It Be". The film features a plot similar to the first aired episode of the series, "Crush".

Plot

In his attempt to take over the world, Dr. Drakken, Kim Possible and Ron Stoppable's nemesis, has developed an elaborate new master plan that baffles everyone, even his assistant, Shego. Among the plan's stages are the procurement of a sketch of a new toy; the development of "Synthodrones", advanced androids; and a bizarre research project investigating the lifestyles of teenage girls.

Meanwhile, Kim realizes that her crime-fighting lifestyle has prevented her from having a steady boyfriend and that Ron may be her only prospect for the upcoming junior prom, a distasteful prospect in the eyes of the other cheerleaders (mainly Bonnie). However, Ron introduces Kim to Erik (Ricky Ullman), a new student, and Kim and Erik are instantly attracted to each other. As their platonic relationship gradually progresses into pure and genuine romance, Ron finds himself increasingly on the sidelines of Kim's life. He also realizes his own strong romantic feelings for Kim, but decides not to tell her for fear of harming their platonic childhood friendship. Ron is also annoyed by the numerous changes the new owners of Bueno Nacho, his favorite fast-food chain, have been making.

To complete the final stage in his master plan, Drakken kidnaps Kim's father, Dr. James Timothy Possible, a scientist who possesses the most advanced "cybertronic technology" in existence. Although Kim and Ron manage to rescue Dr. Possible, Drakken escapes and continues to confuse everyone with his scheme, which now includes board meetings at a company he recently acquired.

Bueno Nacho has introduced their first kiddie meals, which come with a small, toy robot-figure called "Little Diablo". The Little Diablos are a worldwide popular sensation, and children all over the world are grabbing them. Kim realizes Ron's growing unhappiness and tries to have a heart-to-heart talk with him, explaining that things are changing and it's time to move on in life. While Kim and Erik attend Prom, Ron decides to take Rufus, his naked mole rat, to Bueno Nacho. There, he is distressed to find the bendy straws have been taken away and decides it is time to complain to the new owner of Bueno Nacho. When he is connected, Ron discovers the new owner is none other than Dr. Drakken, who has embedded cybertronic technology into each Little Diablo. Bueno Nacho's new manager, an agent of Drakken's, activates the army of Little Diablos which attack Ron and Rufus.

Eluding the pursuing Diablos, Ron bursts into the prom insisting that the tiny dolls are evil. While most dismiss him as crazy, Kim decides to investigate his claims, and despite the protests of Eric, contacts Wade, who confirms what Ron said. His plans close to being exposed, Drakken unleashes a direct attack on Middleton. Kim's brothers' own Little Diablos transform into giant, armed robots. With help from the Possible family, Kim and Ron succeed in defeating the robot attack. However, Drakken then reveals to a shocked Kim that he has captured Erik, and demands her surrender in exchange for Eric's safety.

Enraged, Kim dons a new, experimental high tech super-enhanced battle suit, despite warnings from Wade and heads off with Ron to Drakken's current lair, Bueno Nacho's corporate headquarters. Kim and Shego battle while Ron takes care of Drakken's Sumo Ninja. After defeating Shego, Kim is happy when she sees Erik walking towards her, unharmed and hugs him. Erik then reveals that he is actually one of Drakken's Synthodrones and shocks Kim with a blast of electricity, rendering her unconscious. Ron charges at Erik in anger, but Shego knocks him out. The entire world is soon under attack from armies of the giant Diablo robots. Ron and Kim wake up in a storage room tied up. Kim, heartbroken, humiliated and depressed, is close to conceding defeat, thinking that there isn't a real boy for her in the world but Ron encourages her and ends up revealing his true and deep romantic feelings for her, making Kim realize that she, too, returns his strong and close romantic love and affections. With Rufus's help, they escape and head up to the roof to destroy the master signal tower controlling the Diablos. Shego and Erik attempt to stop them, but Kim manages to fight off Shego and Rufus kills Erik by puncturing his foot and draining his "syntho-ooze." The Diablos deactivate, Drakken attempts to flee, but Ron cuts him off, saying that he crossed the line when he messed with Bueno Nacho. Drakken begs for mercy and Ron forces him to finally say his name, which he does as "Stoppable." Shego also tries to escape but Kim kicks her into Drakken's machine and Shego experiences how Kim felt when Erik shocked her, which seriously frizzes out her waist-length hair.

Drakken and his goons are taken into custody (with Drakken finally admitting that maybe Kim really is all that) and the media broadcasts the news of Kim and Ron's victory. Kim and Ron return to the Prom holding hands (signifying their newfound status as a couple) and everyone pauses to look at them. Bonnie tries making fun of them, but everyone else cheers as a soft, romantic song ("Could It Be") begins to play. Kim and Ron sheepishly stand there, not sure what to do until Rufus pushes them closer together. Ron holds out his hand for Kim and they head out onto the dance floor and have a slow romantic dance. They pause during the dance and smile at each other before sharing their real, first romantic kiss.

Cast

Reception

David Nusair from Reel Film Reviews rated the film 2.5/4 stating that the plot was thin and the kids would enjoy it more than adults but it is genuinely funny with better than expected voice acting.[1]

Kevin Carr from 7M Pictures rated the film 3.5/5 and declared the movie may not be fine art but would be enjoyable for the right audience.[2]

Reviewer Mike Long from Jackass Critics, reacting to the film as a possible final installment of the Kim Possible series, commented that it "is a fitting denouement, as it encompasses everything that made the show a stand-out on The Disney Channel."[3]

Home Media

The DVD and VHS was released on May 10, 2005.

References

  1. ↑ "Reel Film Reviews". Reelfilm.com. Retrieved 2012-06-17.
  2. ↑ "7M Picture". 7mpictures.com. Retrieved 2012-06-17.
  3. ↑ "Jackass Critics". Jackass Critics. Retrieved 2012-06-17.

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