January 21st, 2011
Film: ‘Tangled’; Voiceovers: Mandy Moore, Zachary Levi, Donna Murphy; Director: Nathan Greno, Byron Howard; Rating: ****
I loved it. Best movie in years. Based on the fable of Rapunzel by Brothers Grimm, ‘Tangled’ is funny, fun, and cool.
After discovering a magic sunlight flower that restores her youth every time she sings to it, Mother Gothel kept it for herself. However, one day the king’s men searching for the same plant for their dying, pregnant queen, take the flower away. The queen gives birth to a daughter whose hair has the same magical qualities that are lost if cut. So, mother Gothel kidnaps the girl and keeps her locked in a tower with only her long hair to lead her up, till one day a thief, losing his way, discovers Rapunzel.
One of the most delightful things about the film is a story that even though you know, you realise you did not know. That is because the story has been twisted to match modern sensibilities. Consider this: in every version of the popular fable, Rapunzel is a commoner while her lover is a prince. The film tangles the story to reverse it with the girl being a princess and the boy, a thief.
Two delightful side characters and their antiques remind one of the imaginations that made Disney popular in the first place. The first is a horse that is not only more of a dog with great sniffing capabilities and ability to wag his tail, but can also fight with a sword better than a man. Next is a chameleon, whose idiosyncrasies, colour changing abilities and long tongue provide much laughter.
Did I mention it was a cool movie? I’m tired so I’m done for now.
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August 12th, 2010
Wonderful movie, what happend to my post?
Carroll’s classic, of course, is far from the only kiddie fantasia that operates on levels children can’t see. What’s unique about it is that an adult’s raised-eyebrow smirk is built into the very tone and structure of the story. Once Alice tumbles into Wonderland, everyone she meets is, if not certifiable, then a blithely self-absorbed, nattering crackpot-narcissist. The book is a visionary satire of the newly emerging modern world, in which everyone is really babbling to no one but themselves.
The challenge of adapting Alice in Wonderlandis this: How do you create relationships, a story, a purpose out of a tale whose prime purpose is not to have one? Tim Burton, with his crazy love for rabbit-hole alternative worlds (Beetlejuice), baroque oddballs (Batman, Edward Scissorhands), and kiddie fables told with a cynical wink (Charlie and the Chocolate Factory), would seem to be the perfect director to adapt Carroll’s legendary tale and make a memorable, zany-dark movie out of it. But Burton’s Disneyfied 3-D Alice in Wonderland.
Tags: alice in wonderland
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February 12th, 2010
Up!, I loved it. By the way, whose idea was it to name the movie that? so for those of you who have had your head burried in the sand, Up is about a guy named Carl Fredricksen who spent his entire life dreaming of exploring the world and experiencing life to its fullest. But at age 78, life seems to have passed him by, until a twist of fate (and a persistent 8-year old Wilderness Explorer named Russell) gives him a new lease on life. “UP” takes you on a thrilling journey where the unlikely pair encounter wild terrain, unexpected villains and jungle creatures.
OK. So as far as a kid is concerned. The dog’s are funny. I like how they talk. The old man is funny, he reminds me of this old guy at church that hands out the bulletin. The kid reminds me of my brother (he’s a big boyscout). So I could really relate to this movie. I like it as much as Surf’s Up! and The Incredibles!
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January 14th, 2010
At first I was confused by the name. It didn’t sould all that fun to me. Geez…I don’t like the rain very much so I didn’t know if I wanted to watch a movie with that theme. But it was at the Dollar theater and Mom and Dad wanted to take us so we went. Turned out to be pretty funny and pretty good.
I remember when I was in the first grade my teacher read this story to us at library time. Everyone in the class loved it and every time when it snowed for the next two winters I looked outside and every once in while I thought I saw mashed potatoes covering the ground. I didn’t see any meatballs.
Here’s what a reviewer on Rotten Tomatoes said, “It’s rare for a family film to deliver the goods with both story and visuals, but this insanely fun and fast-paced flick doesn’t skimp on either.” whatever.
Anyway, a pretty good story, not the best animation, but still fun to watch.
What did you think?
Tags: dinsney, meatballs, netflix
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February 28th, 2008
I found another movie that really rocks, Ratatouille. We first saw it in Park City. We weren’t there for the Sundance film festival, but we did ski and go the movies.
Remy was my favorite character and he seemed to have great determination. Good example for kids like me. As soon as we can buy it, I’m having my Dad get Ratatouille for us.
Go French people!
Tags: rat, Ratatouille
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January 14th, 2008
I saw the Bee movie and I loved it. My 3 year old brother loved it too. He can’t stop talking about it and wants it to be out on DVD right away.
I never knew how important bees are to our ecosystem. Without honey, we are doomed. Let’s all be nice to bees in the future.
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October 16th, 2006
My Dad took me to see the Barnyard this weekend. It wasn’t as good as Cars or Ice Age. I still need to write about those two movies.
I did like the car scene’s, when the cows stole the farmers car and went off on a joy ride. The party scene’s were also fun. i didn’t like the scary coyotes. oh, and I thought it was funny when the Donkey kept kicking the farmer in the head, although my Uncle is a farmer and I don’t think he would like that very much.
Barnyard is pretty good movie but not my favorite and it will not make my top 10 at the end of the year. My Dad bought a popcorn machine for out theater room, I’m excited.
Tags: barnyard, critic, film, movie, Paige
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October 13th, 2006
Sorry everyone. It’s been a while since I blogged. I really wanted to have the best blog in the world and be the hottest new film critic, but to be honest, the 1st grade took be by storm.
But don’t worry, I’ve been watching plenty of movies and plan to critique all of them. I’m also learning to read and write, so pretty soon I won’t need my Dad’s help posting. Well, maybe he can still help. By the way, he’s starting his own blog. As he says, he’s giving onto all of the pressure as CEO of two successful companies, to have a corporate blog.
This weekend I’ll kick things off. See ya then!
Tags: blog, film, movie
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September 23rd, 2005
Check out this Napoleon video that Microsoft made. I love it when Napoleon slaps Bill, who hasn’t wanted to do that! My Dad’s dream is to take down Bill Gates and rule the World.
Here’s the Link:
http://video.download.com/3800-11165_53-5315.html
Enjoy!
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September 12th, 2005
Check out these photos of ME and my brother and sister with LaFawnduh and the Old man!
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