'Up' web reviews

Pixar's latest animated family film is "Up," an exciting adventure directed by Pete Docter and co-directed by Bob Peterson. Edward Asner, Christopher Plummer and Jordan Nagai lend their voices to the characters in the film, which follows a 78-year-old man who decides to take his entire house on a big trip to South America. Here is what the Web's critics have to say about it:

• CinemaBlend's Josh Tyler: "Pixar uses pictures to deliver something that's so much more than visual. No matter how you see it, you’ll be moved by it. Real men cry at 'Up'."

• RopeOfSilicon's Brad Brevet: "'Up' benefits from fleshed out characters and imaginative story-telling, and the beauty of the film is found in its animation and its story, not in its third dimension."

• Joblo's Chris Bumbray: "Still, the best thing about this movie is the story and characters, which drew me into the film so deeply, that I truly forgot at times that I was watching an animated film- not because of the animation being so good, but more due to the fact that I connected so deeply to the characters."

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Movie Review: “Up”

Seen on: May 29, 2009

The players: Director: Pete Docter, Bob Peterson, Writers: Bob Peterson, Pete Docter, Tom McCarthy, Voice cast: Edward Asner, Jordan Nagai, Christopher Plummer, Delroy Lindo and John Ratzenberger

Facts of interest: Pete Docter also directed "Monsters, Inc."

The plot: Carl Fredricksen decides to finally fulfill his dream and explore the globe. But instead of catching a plane ride, Carl builds his own transportation by tying thousands of balloons to his home.

Our quick thoughts: Pixar’s latest animated family film “Up” is a delightful, intriguing big-screen adventure you’ll quite simply never forget. It’s a marvelous experience that enchants children and adults alike, and it boasts an emotionally unique story stuffed with memorable characters, plenty of action and a delicious humor that causes many laughs.

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