I don’t understand some of the negative reviews and have written to redress the balance. I read Calvin & Hobbes every day from very early on, to it’s last frame. I cut the Sunday colour supplements out and hung them on my wall. I bought the collections when each came out. They have followed me across three continents when I’ve lived and worked abroad - I would never part with them. Many still - to this day - make me laugh out loud, get reflective, or give me a warm fuzzy feeling, just like a tiger’s hug must feel. To criticise the film for not having interviewed Bill Watterson - when no-one has been able to since he retired from public life years ago - seems frankly mean-spirited. There are many interviews with his publishers that are more than enlightening. Plus many with peers and guardians of his work that give a professional opinion. If you love Calvin & Hobbes like I do, you’ll spend the film joyously soaking up the affection that others like us feel for it - and learn a little about Mr. Watterson’s artistic journey and inspirations along the way. It’s made by someone who loves this strip and that comes across with every frame - the film is a joy. Trust me.

It feels like a student project.

You’ll be here because you love Calvin & Hobbes, and the trailer reads well… In reality, the film is one man telling you how much he likes the strip and visiting Bill Watterson’s home town, with a few interviews. But, not of Bill Watterson, or anyone who really knows him. Very disappointing, even for a huge fan

Sadly, a very disappointing film.