That novel notion pops up early in the film and produces some of the funnier and more emotionally relatable moments. It boiled down to a precious metaphor about how a new baby in a business-suit onesie treats his parents like harried employees, conducting middle-of-the-night meetings and squalling constant demands. Part of the problem is its source material, Marla Frazee’s 36-page picture book from 2010 whose irresistible premise transformed it into a go-to shower gift. In this case, “The Boss Baby” often tries too hard and succeeds too little. Much like any child, even a supposedly surefire nugget of an idea requires careful nurturing. cuddly puppies in a cuteness competition and what could go wrong?Ī lot, it seems. Add a plotline that pits adorable tykes vs. Hiring Alec Baldwin to lend his calmly melodious-with-a-whiff-of-malice intonations for a tiny tycoon? Right on the money-and kudos to the movie’s makers for sneaking in a “ Glengarry Glen Ross” gag. “The Boss Baby” sounds like a killer concept for an animated caper to attract kids young and old.
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