During the 80's a lot of studios were cashing in on cartoon rodents and I have no idea why. From "Secrets of Nimh" to "An American Tail" and "The Rescuers" and also with Disney's "The Great Mouse Detective." A story based on Sherlock Holmes.
Disney has released a lot of animated films that have been stunning and some that have been down right terrible. In "The Great Mouse Detective" it finds it's place in the middle of the pack. It's not bad, but it's not great either. This film was one of the last two films released before Disney's Renaissance, the other being "Oliver and Company" released right before "The Little Mermaid."
The film pretty much follows Basil and Dawson as they track down Ratigan, an evil rat who prefers to be called a mouse. Ratigan attempts to infiltrate the Queen and become ruler of the mouse London. Of course Basil and his witty instinct thwart his plan and return power to the Queen.
"The Great Mouse Detective" is a fun watch and in by no means terrible. My recommendation is that you Rent It.
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