Overview

• Sneaks, distributed by Briarcliff Entertainment, is set for theatrical release on April 18, 2025, featuring a Toy Story-style adventure about anthropomorphic sneakers Ty and Maxine.
• Early reviews criticize the film's inconsistent animation, blending stop-motion-inspired techniques with CGI, and its lack of fluidity in key scenes.
• The voice cast, including Anthony Mackie, Chloe Bailey, and Laurence Fishburne, has been described as uneven, with some performances distracting rather than enhancing the narrative.
• Critics have labeled the film a derivative effort, likening it to a low-quality imitation of Toy Story with predictable tropes and corny humor.
• Despite its nods to sneakerhead and Black culture, reviewers suggest the film's appeal is limited to young children, with little to offer adult audiences or animation enthusiasts.