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Unfortunately, thats pretty much allDetective Pikachus got going for it.
You chuckle, you go aww a couple of times, and thats it.
How does a Pokemon evengetRyan Reynoldss voice?
His partner, Pikachu, survived the accident but has been struck with amnesia.
(Thats surprising, because hes already proven his chops with winning appearances inThe Get Downand the lastJurassic Worldsequel.
But really, its nothing thatWho Framed Roger Rabbitdidnt already try more successfully 30 years ago.
Still, the Pokemon themselves are fun to watch.
To be fair, this could have become somewhat disturbing, and maybe it should have.
Theres a ready-made audience of adults prepared to turn this into a stoner classic, sight unseen.
Like all good corporate cop-outs,Detective Pikachupulls back before things get too interesting or memorable.
