Up (2009)

Up (2009)

Directed by: Pete Docter and Bob Peterson
Screenplay by: Pete Docter and Bob Peterson

Genre: Animation | Action | Adventure | Comedy | Family
Running Time: 96 Minutes
MPAA Rating: PG
Viewed: Theater

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Comments: Continuing the ever-impressive Pixar tradition, Up is yet another magical film that is without a doubt one of the finest animated films I've ever seen. The 3-D is amazing and never distracting, and the animation is just great. The story itself is well-written, but a bit sad. Actually, it's very sad. Throughout the film (especially the beginning), you may feel your eyes filling up. Many themes are adult-oriented (losing an unborn child, losing your wife, not having a father around), and I can see parts of the film bothering kids. Luckily, I hate kids, so I don't care what they think. Parts of the film are goofy, but they always end up working because of the strong story and sense of connection the audience feels to the characters. Up is a funny and deeply moving film that is definitely among the year's best so far. It is a movie that all ages can appreciate and enjoy, and one that I recommend to everyone.