The film offers a humorous twist on the classic Little Red Riding Hood fairy tale, presenting the story from multiple perspectives and adding modern elements and humor.
The narrative unfolds as a police investigation led by Detective Nicky Flippers (voiced by David Ogden Stiers) and involves several key characters:
Little Red Riding Hood (voiced by Anne Hathaway): A spunky and resourceful young girl who delivers goodies for her Granny.
Granny Puckett (voiced by Glenn Close): Little Red Riding Hood’s grandmother, who is secretly an extreme sports enthusiast.
The Woodsman (voiced by Jim Belushi): A dim-witted but well-meaning lumberjack who encounters Little Red Riding Hood in the woods.
The Wolf (voiced by Patrick Warburton): A smooth-talking, suave secret agent who is investigating the events surrounding the Hood family’s encounter with the villainous ski-masked Bandit (voiced by Andy Dick).
The story begins with the investigation of a disturbance at Granny Puckett’s cottage, where the Wolf and the Woodsman both claim to have encountered the Bandit. As Detective Flippers interviews each character, their versions of events are presented in flashbacks, revealing humorous and unexpected twists.
As the investigation unfolds, it is revealed that the Bandit is not the true villain, but rather a pawn in a larger scheme orchestrated by the seemingly innocent Twitchy (voiced by Cory Edwards), a hyperactive squirrel with a love for caffeine.
The true mastermind behind the plot is revealed to be Granny Puckett, who has been using her extreme sports skills to commit a series of heists with the help of her bumbling sidekick, the Wolf disguised as Granny.
In the climax of the film, Little Red Riding Hood discovers Granny’s secret and confronts her, leading to a showdown between Granny and the other characters. With the help of her friends, Little Red Riding Hood foils Granny’s plans and exposes her as the true villain.
The film ends with Granny Puckett and the Wolf being apprehended by Detective Flippers, while Little Red Riding Hood and her friends celebrate their victory and enjoy a well-deserved happy ending.
Overall, “Hoodwinked!” is a clever and humorous animated film that offers a fresh and entertaining take on a classic fairy tale. With its witty humor, engaging characters, and unexpected plot twists, it’s a film that delights audiences of all ages while delivering a timeless message about the importance of teamwork, friendship, and standing up for what’s right.