Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles – Mutant Chaos.

In the world of animation, a new and engaging chapter opens with “Ninja Turtles – Mutant Chaos.” Directed by Jeff Rowe and written by a team of talented writers including Seth Rogen, Evan Goldberg, Dan Hernandez and Benji Samit, this 2023 American animated film promises to give Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles fans a mind-blowing and one-of-a-kind adventure type.

The film will be released in Italian cinemas on Wednesday 30 August 2023

The Exceptional Vocal Cast

The film features an all-star voice cast, with voices that include Micah Abbey, Shamon Brown Jr., Nicolas Cantu and Brady Noon as the leads, along with a rich ensemble of actors voicing supporting characters, including Hannibal Buress, Rose Byrne , John Cena, Jackie Chan, Ice Cube, Natasia Demetriou, Ayo Edebiri, Giancarlo Esposito, Post Malone, Rogen, Paul Rudd and Maya Rudolph. This eclectic ensemble helps bring to life unique characters, each with their own personality and charm.

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“Chaos Mutant” represents the seventh theatrical film of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and, at the same time, a reboot of the series. Inspired by the popular franchise, the film offers a new point of view and a fresh interpretation of the characters loved by audiences of all ages.

Plot and Adventure

The plot follows the adventures of the turtle brothers – Michelangelo, Leonardo, Raphael and Donatello – who, after years spent in the shadows, set out to be accepted as normal teenagers through acts of heroism. When they find themselves on the hunt for a mysterious crime syndicate, they will face a horde of rampaging mutants who will test their skills and team spirit.

In the urban labyrinth of New York City, a shadow moves in the darkness, a figure seeking power and domination through the creation of mutant creatures. It is Cynthia Utrom, director of the Cosmic Technology Research Institute (TCRI), who leads a squadron to hunt down an outlaw scientist, Baxter Stockman. These, daring to challenge nature, forged a mutagen capable of giving life to a family of mutant animals, starting from a simple housefly. But fate awaits a cruel fate for Stockman, cut short by Utrom's relentless assault force and engulfed in the resulting explosion, as the mutagen trickles down the city's sewer pipes.

Fifteen years later, a quartet of heroes emerge from the shadows, the turtles Michelangelo, Leonardo, Raphael and Donatello. Raised under the loving care of an extraordinary rat father named Splinter, their lives were changed by the unusual fluid known as “ooze” – Stockman's mutagen. Transformed into humanoid creatures, they now find themselves fighting in the darkness of the underground tunnels. Splinter, their mentor and guide, instilled in them the discipline of the ancient art of ninjutsu, teaching them to interact with the human world only to siphon the resources necessary for their survival. But the turtle brothers' adolescence is ready to blossom, eager to live like normal high school students, a choice that arouses the apprehension of Splinter.

During one of their missions, the Turtles find themselves battling a gang of criminals to recover a scooter stolen from a young teenager named April O'Neil. In this challenge, they reveal their presence and origin. April, a young aspiring journalist determined to overcome an embarrassing viral incident, is on the trail of a series of robberies linked to TCRI technology, the work of a criminal known as "Superfly". The Turtles decide to stop Superfly and, thanks to April's investigation, hope to gain public acceptance as heroes. Their journey leads them to an encounter with Superfly under the majestic Brooklyn Bridge, revealing that he is not only a mutant, but also the leader of a dangerous band of mutated beings. At the moment of meeting, the excitement of being in the company of such mutants is palpable, and a deep bond is created between the turtles and Superfly, who reveals that he was created by Stockman himself and lives in hiding on an abandoned ship in Staten Island.

An Extraordinary Production Journey

The journey towards creating Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles was one of extraordinary creative endeavors. The film was announced in June of 2020, and since then the behind-the-scenes team has worked tirelessly to bring an immersive and memorable animated experience to life. The animation was done by Mikros Animation in Montreal and Paris and Cinesite in Vancouver, and drew inspiration from drawings in school notebooks to create a unique visual style.

An Acclaimed Success

Presented as a preview at the Annecy International Animated Film Festival on June 12, 2023, “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles – Mutant Chaos” captured the attention and enthusiasm of the audience. The film was then released by Paramount Pictures in the United States on August 2, 2023 to positive reviews from critics. The film's strengths include the vocal performances, well-structured script, and stylized animation, which together create an immersive experience for viewers of all ages.

The Future of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles

With the film's success, the future of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles looks promising. A related television series, “Tales of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles,” is set to debut on Paramount+, while a sequel is in the works that is sure to excite dedicated fans.

In conclusion, “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles – Mutant Mayhem” is a new animated adventure that will capture the hearts of longtime Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles fans and captivate new viewers with its heart-pounding action, captivating humor, and rousing energy of the Teenage Turtles. Don't miss the chance to join Michelangelo, Leonardo, Raphael and Donatello in an epic and chaotic journey that will keep you glued to the screen until the last moment.

Technical data

Original title Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem
Original language English
Country of Production United States of America
Year 2023
Duration 100 min
Gender animation, comedy
Regia Jeff rowe
Subject characters created by Peter Laird and Kevin Eastman
history of Brendan O'Brien, Seth Rogen, Evan Goldberg and Jeff Rowe
Film script Seth Rogen, Evan Goldberg, Jeff Rowe, Dan Hernandez, Benji Samit
Producer Seth Rogen, Evan Goldberg, James Weaver
Production house Nickelodeon Films
Distribution in Italian Paramount Pictures
Editor Greg Levitan

Original voice actors
Micah Abbey: Donatello
Shamon Brown Jr.Michelangelo
Nicolas CantuLeonardo
Brady Noon: Raphael
Hannibal Buress as Genghis Frog
Rose ByrneLeatherhead
John Cena: Rocksteady
Jackie Chan: Splinter
Ice Cube: Superfly
Natasia Demetriou: Wingnut
Ayo EdebiriApril O'Neil
Giancarlo Esposito: Baxter Stockman
Post Malone: ​​Ray Fillet
Seth Rogen: Bebop
Paul Rudd: Gecko World
Maya Rudolph as Cynthia Utrom