XZero Posted May 31, 2009 Share Posted May 31, 2009 Anyone see this yet? Not going to post any spoilers, but my god the beginning is ridiculously depressing. Other than that, excellent movie. It had plenty of great references (dogs playing poker, for instance, plus an obvious Star Wars reference), and it was insanely beautiful. Clothing, wood, balloons ... everything was extremely detailed. I'm not sure I liked it as much as I did Wall-E or some of the other films from Pixar, but overall, UP was very satisfying. It was noticeably more adult than other Pixar films, and I think (though I may be wrong about this) it was the first Pixar film to ever actually have blood. Either way, great movie. Highly recommended. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Overflow Posted May 31, 2009 Share Posted May 31, 2009 Did you go see it in 3D? I'm really looking forward to seeing it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoulinEther Posted May 31, 2009 Share Posted May 31, 2009 UP... was noticeably more adult than other Pixar films... I think so too... there were many allusions and mature concepts/themes presented that are beyond the minds (and interests) of the youngest audience. Growing old and death are two obvious ones. It had 3D. I had to pay 3 dollars extra because my theater was only showing it in 3D... grumble... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hemophiliac Posted May 31, 2009 Share Posted May 31, 2009 I work at a movie theatre where we have it both in 2d and 3d. I keep hearing the same sentiments as the OP. Beginning is depressing. our theatre only charges $2 extra for 3d showings. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XZero Posted May 31, 2009 Author Share Posted May 31, 2009 Did you go see it in 3D? I'm really looking forward to seeing it. I saw it in 2D. Saved $9 ($3/person), and I really didn't want to sit there with 3D glasses on the whole time. If anyone sees it in 3D or has seen it in 3D, let me know how it was. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toadofsky Posted May 31, 2009 Share Posted May 31, 2009 It was good in 3d, but it wasn't as prominent as it was in Monster Vs. Aliens, the backgrounds had more depth to them, because of the 3D, but overall, I'd say save your money, it's not worth paying extra to see it in 3D. But the film itself was very good. Had a good premise, sad beginning, but was an enjoyable film overall. Dug and Kevin made it even better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guy In Rubber Suit Posted May 31, 2009 Share Posted May 31, 2009 I saw it a second time in 3D and that was definitely not worth the extra money. 3D is still too gimmicky to spend the extra money on. This movie is the reason why Pixar will continue to dominate CG animation. Their movies have heart and soul and characters who you care about. I enjoyed the adult themes in there. They did make me a bit teary eyed but that added to the overall character development. Overall a very sweet, charming and hilarious movie that must be seen. However the short in the beginning is funny it's not as memorable as the other Pixar shorts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarkeSword Posted June 1, 2009 Share Posted June 1, 2009 It's not depressing. It's sad, but it's not depressing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lotd2242 Posted June 1, 2009 Share Posted June 1, 2009 It's not depressing. It's sad, but it's not depressing. Agreed. Pixar rarely disappoints. I enjoyed it though I liked Wall-E more. It is impressive how well they can create characters to which the viewer develops an emotional attachment. I only saw it in 2D because I didnt'see the point of seeing it in 3D. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarkeSword Posted June 1, 2009 Share Posted June 1, 2009 Oh, also, while the beginning is very sad, it's also very beautiful and touching. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoulinEther Posted June 1, 2009 Share Posted June 1, 2009 I don't have binocular vision so it was a waste of $3... more sad/depressing than the whole movie edit: well, maybe I do have binocular vision, but I don't have stereopsis. I'm not sure if "have" is the right word. oh well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sam Ascher-Weiss Posted June 1, 2009 Share Posted June 1, 2009 I cried a whole bunch Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr.Flintlock Posted June 1, 2009 Share Posted June 1, 2009 I'd argue the beginning was more heart-felt than it was depressing. Yes, it tackles a lot of major themes, but I'd have to say that the way its handled makes it one of those really neat montages you see in a film (In a way, it kinda reminded me of the montage used at the beginning for the Watchmen film). At the very least, I took the girlfriend to see it and she really enjoyed the little bits that showed Carl and Ellie together. You know how couples get when they see the elderly being all sweet to one another =P. On another note, anyone ever seen The Rescuers Down Under? Because in many ways, Up seems to have paid a few serious homages to that particular classic. McCleach and the Giant Eagle=<spoiler>Muntz and Kevin</spoiler>. Either way, the movie definitely ranks up there as one of pixar's best I think. I liked it more than WALL-E, and I felt it was less preachy too. As an aside, I saw a trailer for Princess and the Frog but heard some saw a trailer for Toy Story 3? Fact? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoulinEther Posted June 1, 2009 Share Posted June 1, 2009 but heard some saw a trailer for Toy Story 3? Fact?Fact. 2010... lol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I-n-j-i-n Posted June 1, 2009 Share Posted June 1, 2009 It's not depressing. It's sad, but it's not depressing. I thought it was depressing ; But the rest of the movie made it less so, I guess. As for Wall-E, watching it again in TV movie channels and watching Kung Fu Panda.... I'm actually thinking Kung Fu Panda really deserved the animation award it got over Wall-E that year. Wall-E was great, but its plot made NO SENSE. Way too convenient plot devices and robots being evil for no reason?... okay. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lotd2242 Posted June 1, 2009 Share Posted June 1, 2009 I thought it was depressing ;But the rest of the movie made it less so, I guess. As for Wall-E, watching it again in TV movie channels and watching Kung Fu Panda.... I'm actually thinking Kung Fu Panda really deserved the animation award it got over Wall-E that year. Wall-E was great, but its plot made NO SENSE. Way too convenient plot devices and robots being evil for no reason?... okay. What robots being evil? You mean the ship's computer? He wasn't evil. He was following his programming/orders. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Native Jovian Posted June 1, 2009 Share Posted June 1, 2009 He wasn't evil. He was following his programming/orders. That excuse hasn't worked since Nuremberg. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Damned Posted June 1, 2009 Share Posted June 1, 2009 Did anyone see the short at their viewing? The theatre we went to didn't show it. I feel cheated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sephfire Posted June 1, 2009 Share Posted June 1, 2009 I feel cheated. That's because you were. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Damned Posted June 1, 2009 Share Posted June 1, 2009 I'm guessing it was awesome, then? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kiyosuki Posted June 1, 2009 Share Posted June 1, 2009 I wonder why the short isn't shown at every theater... I thought this was a fun movie. Wall-E's still my favorite, but after such a borderline serious and surrealistic film like that it was nice to go for a comedy adventure. Though that intro with Carl's entire life and Ellie passing, and it being implied that Russell has a pretty messed up family life...all set to a kind of bittersweet (But great) soundtrack were all pretty baawww worthy. It's got some undertones but that's why I love Pixar films. They're actually willing to have a kind of underlying dark thread like that even in a seemingly lighthearted comedy like this. It's what gives them broad appeal imo. Makes "both kids and adults can enjoy it" actually have meaning. Carl was one badass old man. Alpha with that high pitched voice made me laugh more than it should've. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XZero Posted June 2, 2009 Author Share Posted June 2, 2009 Alpha with that high pitched voice made me laugh more than it should've. I wasn't expecting it the first time, so I just started laughing really hard. The lines were so over-the-top movie/anime villain stuff too, which was amazing. As for the short, The Damned, I thought it was funny, if a bit generic. Nonetheless, I consider it part of the movie, and so I deem you officially cheated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lotd2242 Posted June 2, 2009 Share Posted June 2, 2009 That excuse hasn't worked since Nuremberg. Not for people no, but they were not people. They were robots. One of the themes of the movie was that Wall-E and Eve and the other robots working with them expanded beyond their programming. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Damned Posted June 2, 2009 Share Posted June 2, 2009 As for the short, The Damned, I thought it was funny, if a bit generic. Nonetheless, I consider it part of the movie, and so I deem you officially cheated. I KNEW IT! What utter cockfaggery! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lotd2242 Posted June 2, 2009 Share Posted June 2, 2009 I KNEW IT! What utter cockfaggery! I'm sorry I missed that you missed the short. Yes, you were cheated. It was a great set up for the movie and quite amusing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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