Up!
by moviegirl13 on Nov.18, 2009, under 5 stars, Family
I knew I would love this movie before the previews even began. I mean really, how can you go wrong with Disney Pixar? They have yet to disappoint me. Those of you who know me know that I am quite biased, but nonetheless this movie was delightful.
The animation is, as usual, mind blowing. You think to yourself “how do they do it”, it’s just THAT good! The story is, as usual, genuine and heartfelt. I think it takes a bit of Disney magic (and some pixie dust) to make a story that an adult and child can both watch and enjoy equally. Nothing is dumbed down and nothing goes over your head. It is just plain and simple good story telling.
The characters are so easy to love, you almost forget they are fictional. Carl is the grumpy old man who has recently lost his wife. He is cranky and a hermit, which invites the attention of Russell, the eager boy scout. Together they set off on an adventure to move Carl’s home to South America, where his wife always dreamed of visiting. Along the way they meet “Kevin”, a bird and “Doug” the dog. I kid you not, if you do not fall in love with Doug immediately, you may not have a soul! Not only does the movie convey the idea of embracing adventure, but also it communicates the idea of looking out for others, whether it is man or animal or nature.
It would have been great to see this in 3D, but fear not those who did not venture to the theatre in time, but fear not, nothing is lost! Watching it at home on the couch in 2D is good too! I hope you enjoy it as much as I did! Now let’s all go to Disneyland, shall we?!
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