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Critter Comedy 'Swapped' Delights with Visual Magic
1 May
Summary
- Ollie and Ivy swap bodies after touching a magic pod.
- The film features surreal creature designs and a vibrant landscape.
- It's an ecological parable about cooperation between animal groups.

Directed by Nathan Greno, known for "Tangled," "Swapped" is a visually ravishing woodland fairy tale designed for a young audience. It unfolds in the vibrant Valley, a landscape filled with primeval wonder and surreal creature hybrids.
The story centers on Ollie, a Pookoo, and Ivy, a Javan, who accidentally trigger an ecological imbalance by sharing a special food source. Later, they find themselves in each other's bodies after touching a magic lavender pod, forcing them to cooperate and become friends.
This unique body-swap scenario drives the narrative, which also includes a memorable character named Boogle, a fish voiced by Tracy Morgan, who adds significant spark to the film. The movie's imaginative creature designs and its message of interspecies cooperation make it a touching and memorable adventure.