DVD Review - “Cars”
B+
At first the concept of a whole movie based on talking cars seemed kind a bit to kid friendly. But once again Pixar proves the world wrong! This movie is charming, sweet, fun and original.
Pixar knows how to tell a story, and the imagery is truly ahead of the pack! The seamless, meticulous details are beautiful. In true Pixar style the supporting characters are so much more funnier than the main characters. I love the variety of bold colors and the boy-ish vibe this film has.
I didn’t love this movie like I have other Pixar films, and so far this is not the best animated film this year. But, I appreciate its colorful outlook on life, and its creative feel. “Cars” after a second viewing didn’t excite me like when I first saw it in theaters.
The voice talent is top notch and Paul Newman makes a great beat up old jalopy! Truly though, Bonnie Hunt is an unknown comedic genius! I liked the familiar screenplay, reminiscent of the 90’s movie “Doc Hollywood” and the “city mouse/country mouse” feel to the story. The subtle lessons and funny one liners kept coming in this charmer. I laughed a lot in this movie. Pixar has a great writing staff, the pop culture references are all over the place.
This film was so detailed and spot on with classic Looney Tune type antics and creative imagery. If you love animation, and if you think Pixar is STILL ruler of the animation world…than you will “like” this movie…not love it as much as “Finding Nemo” or “Toy Story”. It will make you giggle and feel giddy like a child, and that is a redeeming quality of a family film.
This is another home run for Pixar and for the future of family films. I am excited to see or hear what the next Pixar film is gonna be about! They keep delivering with every movie! “Cars” will be nominated for the full length animated Oscar, no doubt about it.
October 27th, 2006 at 7:01 am
Everyone in my family loved this movie, even my father, who is in his 70’s and has never been much of a movie-goer!