It's official, Pixar has kept UP their streak with another fantastic film. 10/10, no other film company can boast that, not even close. Pixar continues to make fantastic films accessible to both children and adults, and UP might be the best yet, which is saying a lot with such classics as The Incredibles and Wall-E on their resume. UP tells the story of elderly gentlemen Carl Fredrickson and his journey to Paradise Falls, a place he dreamed about visiting as a child.
Carl has become one of my favorite Pixar characters. Voiced by Ed Asner, Carl is a sweet man who wants to fulfill his dreams. Accompanied by equally sweet and innocent Wilderness Scout, Russell, the to have an adventure of a lifetime.
The story in UP is both equally touching and hilarious, pulling at your heartstrings one moment and your funny bone another, without warning. Pixar has perfected their story-telling style in the past decade or so and knows which buttons to press.
Not only is UP emotionally engrossing but it is also visually stunning. Everything from the character design to the environments are simply breathtaking to look at. Each person, place, and thing has their own distinct personality and charm that is impossible not to love. The 3-D element is a nice touch, but this masterpiece would be just as tantalizing in the normal format as well.
All in all, UP is simply a movie everyone can enjoy, regardless of age. Pixar has another fantastic movie under their belt, and I look forward to many more great films from this prestigious studio.
Final Grade: A+
Tuesday, May 26, 2009
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