If you have read any number of my posts before, you'll know that I am a sucker for animation—hand drawn in particular. However, when it comes to computer animation, I am definitely a Pixar fangirl. Ever since Toy Story, I have been smitten by the creativity and execution of the company's films. With the exception of Cars 2, I have not missed a single one of their creations. You can imagine how excited I was that Brave was in the works. I followed the teasers, trailers, and images from blog to blog until this past weekend when it finally premiered.
Needless to say, Brave does not disappoint. It strays from the traditional princess storyline by giving Merida, our fire-haired protagonist, a tough personality. The animation is phenomenal (I watched it in regular vision) and the music was so poignant and appropriate.
To be honest, I already know that I am biased by this film, so it's unfair for me to give it a grade. Instead, I will blatantly suggest that you and your family and your neighbors' kids go see Brave. Already seen it? Let me know what you thought.
I was very excited about Disney • Pixar's latest release. If you are unaware, Pixar is a 3D animation studio known for coming out with one film at least every year or so. However, over ten years ago, Toy Story was the movie that started it all. A few years later, Pixar brought Andy's toys back to life for Toy Story 2. Now, Toy Story 3 debuted over this past weekend and it was just as well-executed as I could have hoped. I've got a grade below and the full review (with spoilers) after the jump.
So, I'm obviously obsessed with Disney as it is. Now, I've discovered the blogs of people who work at Disney (yay!) This one guy, Eric Tan, has a very impressive blog. If you get a moment, check it out.
The latest trailer for Toy Story 3 is below. As expected from Pixar, it looks better, but still carries the same atmosphere as the other Toy Story productions. I am still sad about Slinky's voice.
Obviously, both Disney and Pixar are releasing a lot of information about movies that are in the works. I spoke earlier about Cars 2. Well, there will also be a fairy tale adventure to look forward to. Rapunzel, the story about the girl with the long hair and the witch and the prince—you understand—will be in theatres December 2010. Apparently, the story will take place after she has escaped from the witch, so this should be fairly interesting. For more, check out Wikipedia or Empire.
According to Empire, Pixar has revealed the plot details for Cars 2, which is set to premier summer, 2011. It seems like it will be a really interesting sequel with lots of action and adventure. The cars will be going all over the world. Lightning McQueen with the rest of his new pit crew (which includes Mater, of course) will be in places like Tokyo, Germany and England. For full information, read the article. With Toy Story 3 coming out next year and Cars 2 the year after, I only wonder if 2012 will lead to a new Incredibles film. I can only hope.
