| Posted by: Monotreme at July 13, 2008, 4:23 am | | Topic: Wall-E Review Forum: JoBlo | | (Andrew Stanton, 2008) Pixar, the most consistent, relentlessly creative, risk-taking, and high-quality film studio in Hollywood today, never cease to amaze me. Save for a few exceptions here and there along the way (such as Cars), they have been on a constant incline in quality over the years, with every subsequent film topping the last: Monsters, Inc., Finding Nemo, The Incredibles, Ratatouille. Each film is not only one giant leap ahead in the world of animation, providing new, revolutionary advancements in animated film technology – be it the fur in Monsters, Inc., the water effects in Finding Nemo or the realistic anamorphic lens effects in Ratatouille – but also an increase in quality, depth of story, characters, and everything else. With WALL·E, Pixar bring us their latest, their crown jewel, their masterpiece, and which is, as of Summer 2008, not only the best film they’ve produced but also the best film of the year. This film actually serves as an important landmark for Pixar, not only for its techn... | | Read Entire Entry |
| Posted by: Natty at July 12, 2008, 8:29 am | | Topic: Wall-E Review Forum: JoBlo | | Wall-E (Andrew Stanton, 2008) Brilliant. It was impressive how the film managed to have next to no dialogue for the first 40 minutes but still be so intriguing and touching. The presentation WALL-E/Eve relationship is one of the best of the decade and the social statements the film made were interesting as well. The score could go up on a re-watch as I had no real problem with the movie except perhaps that it could be a little predictable at times. Still, the animation was stunning and would not be suprised if this picked up a Best Picture nom (although I don't think it will); well done again to the guys at Pixar (and director Stanton) for moving away from the structure and content of a traditional animated feature and making yet another charming, stunning and fascinating film. 8/10 | | Static Link |
| Posted by: FilmKing2000 at July 10, 2008, 11:25 am | | Topic: Wall-E Review Forum: JoBlo | | Quote: Originally Posted by Jesse Barnes Awesome review, Filmking! Loved reading it immensely. Why thank you kindly! Really appreciate you taking the time to read it. | | Static Link |
| Posted by: Jesse Barnes at July 9, 2008, 1:33 pm | | Topic: Wall-E Review Forum: JoBlo | | Awesome review, Filmking! Loved reading it immensely. | | Static Link |
| Posted by: Tyler Durden4 at July 8, 2008, 12:26 am | | Topic: Wall-E Review Forum: JoBlo | | GREAT GREAT GREAT movie. Did anybody else feel just totally sad for Wall-E in the beginning? Him just cleaning, then going into his little home, has the one tape. | | Static Link |
| Posted by: FilmKing2000 at July 5, 2008, 10:27 pm | | Topic: Wall-E Review Forum: JoBlo | | Wall-E (Andrew Stanton, 2008) - RATING: 8/10 There is just no telling how many fields of storytelling and innovative endeavors in animation the geniuses over at Pixar animation studios are willing to conquer. Their ever-growing list of successful efforts is without a doubt unprecedented in versatility, accessibility, and all-out admiration. From a modern fable with talking toys, to a dysfunctional family of superheroes, and to a tiny rat with a huge dream of making it big as a chef in Paris, there’s no doubt that Pixar is never afraid at all to reach a level of maturity and subtlety that’s nearly unparalleled with most family movies. So, where does Wall-E, their latest triumph, fit in the already impressive oeuvre? Be it the absolutely uncanny animation that bodies forth a plethora of textures and nuances beyond belief or the sublime characterization of the adorable titular character, there is no doubt in my mind that Wall-E is a grandiose effort in not just the meticulous art of animation, but the craft of ... | | Read Entire Entry |
| Posted by: Jesse Barnes at June 29, 2008, 7:08 pm | | Topic: Wall-E Review Forum: JoBlo | | Quote: Originally Posted by a7xfan i appreciate the review, but i didn't like it. sorry i don't like artsy reviews like this, i prefer no-bullshit straight to the point. My reviews compliment the film being reviewed. Wall-E uses simplicity as it's beauty and it's a profound work of art so I do my best to bring that across. However, when I review something like Rambo, it's a whole new ball game. I use outlandish over-the-top prose and cuss a lot like a belligerent fool. I highly suggest you go to the Rambo (2008) review section and read my review there. You'll find that it's "no-bullshit straight to the point". I use movie reviews as writing practice to train my flexibility in mood and style. I never review one movie the same as another. It depends on the kind of movie it is. I don't pigeon hole my taste in film or my artistic expression. I like anything from cheesy romantic dramas like the Lake House to mindlessly violent, sexually depraved experimentalism like Ichi the Killer. My writing style is ... | | Read Entire Entry |
| Posted by: a7xfan at June 29, 2008, 4:37 pm | | Topic: Wall-E Review Forum: JoBlo | | i appreciate the review, but i didn't like it. sorry i don't like artsy reviews like this, i prefer no-bullshit straight to the point. | | Static Link |
| Posted by: Rapture27 at June 29, 2008, 2:06 am | | Topic: Wall-E Review Forum: JoBlo | | ^^ good review I'm not a big fan of a lot of these Disney animated movies but WALL- E is a one of a kind. There's a feel to this movie that surpasses your expectations, hard to explain but its just a really sits well and makes for awesome experience. Such a cool movie, imagination way beyond the movies being released these days. Don't sleep on WALL- E, its that good. Grade : A | | Static Link |
| Posted by: Jesse Barnes at June 28, 2008, 2:55 pm | | Topic: Wall-E Review Forum: JoBlo | | Wall-E Outright, my intention is to say that Wall-E is flawless, which, technically it is. It's only fault, if you'd even define it as such, is an ironic one that I'll try to explain later. With that said, Pixar has delivered their best film since Finding Nemo and, in my opinion, blows those silly fish out of the water. The opening is an easy invitation as it establishes Wall-E's obliviousness to his own solace on a planet purged by a troubling emptiness. Your mind begins churning immediately and the answers keep coming with masterful subtlety. In contrast, Wall-E first appears content making up for his daily routine with child-like archaeological wonderment. Just when Wall-E comes to to realize the truth of his own loneliness his entire world becomes redefined. With the introduction of a heart throb in the form of advanced robot Eve, Wall-E chases a longing for romance that, unbeknownst to him, ushers in a world saving adventure. Wall-E's one and only fault can only be equated to the weight of it's own prem... | | Read Entire Entry |
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