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New Animated 'Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles' Film Reboots Franchise With Teen Actors and Unique Visual Style

  • The new PG-rated animated film "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem" features actual teenagers voicing the titular heroes and explores their desire for acceptance in human society.
  • The movie introduces new villains like Superfly and Baxter Stockman but saves iconic antagonist Shredder for a sequel tease in a mid-credits scene.
  • Critics and fans praise the film's humor, heartfelt themes, exhilarating action, and visually distinctive aesthetic reminiscent of comic sketches.
  • Paramount Pictures greenlit a sequel to the successful reboot, along with a spinoff TV series for streaming service Paramount+.
  • While the film has been well-received overall, a small minority of fans criticized the new African-American portrayal of April O'Neil.
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