![]() ![]() I have no connection with Pixar, Disney or the film whatsoever, even if this review reads like a puff piece. Character voicing and music are also spot on. The use of colour in the film is especially noteworthy, with various palettes used according to mood, character and phase of the story. At the same time, I can't help feeling the 2D version could be even better because the 3D glasses had the effect of dimming the picture. Visually, this is a treat and while I was sceptical about the use of 3D to begin with, it is built into the story so seamlessly that it really is worth the effort to seek it out. At times Up is even touching and poignant. This isn't slapstick humour, although there are some lovely visual gags, but deeper, more thoughtful. ![]() The story of the adventures of an old man and a young boy, a flying house tethered to countless balloons, a long-lost (and mad) explorer, a giant bird called Kevin and assorted 'talking' dogs gets funnier and more exciting as it goes along. Viewed at the Festival de Cannes 2009 The opening film of this year's festival, and the first animated film ever to have this honour, Up is truly a film for all ages.
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