Ed Asner

Christopher Plummer

Jordan Nagai

Bob Peterson

Delroy Lindo

Jerome Ranft

John Ratzenberger

David Kaye

Elie Docter

Jeremy Leary

Mickie McGowan

Danny Mann

Donald Fullilove

Jess Harnell

Josh Cooley

Pete Docter

Mark Andrews

Bob Bergen

Brenda Chapman

Emma Coats

John Cygan

Paul Eiding

Tony Fucile

Teresa Ganzel

Sherry Lynn

Laraine Newman

Teddy Newton

Jeff Pidgeon

Valerie LaPointe

Jan Rabson

Bob Scott

Laura Leganza Reynolds

Enrico Casarosa

Al Nelson

Kevin Nolting

John Lasseter

Teresa Eckton

Tom Myers

Natalie Lyon

Kevin Reher

Andrew Stanton

Jonas Rivera

Michael Semanick

J.R. Grubbs

Lorien McKenna

Michael Silvers

Denise Ream

Tom McCarthy

Ricky Nierva

Mark Dinicola

Jean-Claude Kalache

Mark Nielsen

Paul Cichocki

Rodrigo Blaas

Simon Allen

Andrew L. Schmidt

Bob Whitehill

Stephen M. Davis

Greg Dykstra

Angus MacLane

Dustin Cawood

Tom MacDougall

Dan Wallin

Mark Sanford

Kevin Rose-Williams

Jason Boose

Andrew Cadelago

A.J. Riebli III

David Munier

Lou Romano

Steve May

Ralph Eggleston

Scott Clark

Harley Jessup

Stephanie Hamilton

Sylvia Gray Wong

Aaron Hartline

Daniel Arriaga

Noah Klocek

Gregory Amundson

Sukwon Park

Matthew Silas

Shannon Ryan

Patrick Lin

Thomas Gonzales

Dave Mullins

C.J. Hsu

Robert Anderson

Tim Crawfurd

Jeff Wan

Mark Shirra

Louis Clichy

Doug Dooley

Ike Feldman

Amera Rizk

Mahyar Abousaeedi

Shawn Krause

Brett Coderre

Dallis Anderson

Shaun Chacko

Gregg Olsson

Michael Venturini

Jennifer Birmingham

Katherine Ringgold

Erik Langley

Josh Anon

Pascal Garneau

Chris Montan

Freesia Pearson

Terry Claborn

Steve Slanec

Eric Pearson

Jon Null

Tim Simonec

Joe Grant

Daniel Lopez Muñoz

Edwin Chang

Kaitlin Hendrick

Marlon Castro

Brian Boyd

Ian Megibben

Charles Paley

James Thatcher

Norman Ludwin

Animation

Comedy

Family

Adventure

Pixar

United States of America

A fun and charming adventure.

<em>'Up'</em> certainly knows how to tug at the heartstrings. It creates a very meaningful story around Carl Fredricksen (Ed Asner), with the early scenes particularly standing out as superb.

I don't overly enjoy the parts with Dug (Bob Peterson) and Kevin (Pete Docter), not that they are bad, though everything with Fredricksen, Russell (Jordan Nagai) and Charles F. Muntz (Christopher Plummer) is entertaining and/or hearty.

Asner and Nagai do terrific, in what is one of Disney's 'best of the rest' films. There is some lovely music by Michael Giacchino, too. Go watch!

To Christopher Plummer and Ed Asner...

RIP.

CinemaSerf

Widowed "Carl" (anyone else thinks he looks like Henry Kissinger?) gets himself involved in an altercation with a construction worker that sees him court-ordered to the "Shady Oak" retirement home. He's having none of that, and on the day of his deportation releases thousands of balloons from his chimney. They manage to uproot his house and using some rudimentary sails he sets off in search of "Paradise Falls". Deep in South America lie these idyllic waters where he and his late wife dreamt of visiting. En route, and a few hundred feet up, he hears a knock at the door. It's "Russell". A boy scout from his home town who just happened to find himself on the balcony when it took flight. The two don't immediately bond, but after a thunderstorm when it becomes clear that the youngster has his uses, a truce sets in as they end up having to walk through the jungle towing his still airborne home behind them. This is when they meet the big-beaked "Kevin" and the talking dog "Dug". Continuing their search, they stumble upon an adventurer who is warm and welcoming, but is he all that he seems - especially when he learns of "Kevin"? The animation is lively and vibrant and it's quite good fun this adventure, with loads of sarcastic attitude from the curmudgeonly old git, a breezy and not too annoying child in "Russell" and a last ten minutes, or so, that are fairly action packed and enjoyable to watch. It's not my favourite Disney/Pixar film this, but it passes ninety minutes effortlessly enough.

"UP" is a movie that begins with a poignant and emotional experience, immediately tugging at the heartstrings with a touching portrayal of loss and longing. The journey of Carl embarking on adventures inspired by his late wife's dreams is both heartfelt and captivating, drawing viewers into a world filled with emotion and wonder.

The dynamic between Carl, Russell, Kevin, and Dug adds excitement and depth to the story, as they embark on extraordinary adventures together. The over-the-top and ridiculous villain brings a sense of thrill and suspense to the narrative, enhancing the overall viewing experience.

The bond between Carl and Russell, an older gentleman and a Boy Scout, is a central highlight of the film, showcasing a beautiful and heartwarming relationship that blossoms through their shared adventures. The characters of Kevin, the big bird, and Dug, the dog with funny voices, provide comedic relief and add charm to the storyline, creating moments of lightness amidst the emotional weight of the narrative.

While the confusion surrounding the wife's death may be a downside for some viewers, the presence of Muntz as a compelling and fully realized villain adds depth and tension to the plot, keeping audiences engaged throughout the film.

Overall, "UP" is a beautifully crafted movie that skillfully balances emotional depth, humor, and adventure, offering a rich and immersive viewing experience for audiences of all ages. The film's ability to evoke a range of emotions and deliver a compelling story makes it a must-watch recommendation for everyone, promising an enjoyable and memorable cinematic journey.

I'm always struck by how much jeopardy and peril there is in modern family films. Not that it's a bad thing... But I was also the child who had to be taken out of the cinema during 101 Dalmatians, Pinocchio, and Bambi.

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