Up is a new 3D film by Pixar released in May 2009. I was highly anticipating its release. And I can tell you…very highly. I was following it on Facebook (not twitter cause I hate it) closely. When they finally released it, it turned out to be a hit…with everyone. Well, almost.
For those who have know idea what ‘Up’ is, the film is basically about an old guy named Carl. He ties balloons to his house in hopes of getting it to Paradise Falls, a supposedly beautiful place. He does this because for his late wife’s sake. A young American-Asian kid becomes a stow-away. When they land in Venezuela, they encounter all sorts of dangers, friends, and enemies.
The film is poignant, I must admit. The sentimental scenes are expertly painted and well-formed. Up is wonderfully animated and this gets a 10 from me. The colors are dazzling and vibrant. The action is interesting but lacks structure. The plot is the downfall of this movie. Cheap, thin, and superficial, it attempts to communicate the film’s main point. I just don’t know, but this time, Pixar has really disappointed. Pixar now, unfortunately, thinks that its animation will hold up anything they create. However, the company has space to improve itself. Up duly deserves a B-, sorry.
