THE MOVIE: CRITIC'S TAKE
When I heard this film was being made I thought "Another dumb movie about a talking animal." Then I saw the previews and thought "A decent dumb movie with a talking animal." When I found out that Johnny depp was in it my eyebrow rose to a curiosity. The other cast members I didn't care about so much but when I got a pass for the movie screening I thought why not. It can't hurt to watch this movie and broaden my horizons. Good thing I did because this film turned out to be better than I ever imagined and made me a fan out of Johnny Depp.
STORY
WHO AM I
That's the mood of the film that displays through out. Rango was a lonely house pet that was lost on a trip to one of the best places in the world. He quickly learns the dangers of living in the desert once he hits the ground. He meets a friend that tells him where to go for water and where to meet people. Rango has been alone all his life and wants to make new friends. This excites him but the journey was harsh. He encounters a hawk who's hungry for lizard, wisecracking peers, and delusional fantasies. Luckily it leads him to a woman that could help him get to town but his new friend has some problems of her own.
The town is facing a harsh water drought making residents pack up and leave. Hope is very little during this time but when Rango proved himself worthy the residents found the hope they needed and Rango found his purpose. That was until they learned that there was very little water left stored in their bank. This sent them into a frenzy making Rango make a vow that he couldn't keep. Meanwhile, he's trying to win the heart of his friend. She doesn't like him because she thinks he's stupid and she is dealing with her own problems. The mayor is trying to buy her land but she refuses because thats the land her dad left her. It didn't help matters when the town folks learned that their water have also been stolen!
This starts up an everlasting adventure that tested the brain and brawn of Rango. He encounter a foe so scary that his words were tough enough to break the spirit of Rango. After doing some soul searching he finally found who he was. He returned to the town to face his most deadliest foe and to tell the town folks the mystery behind the depleted water. What that mystery was I can't tell now. You have to run to the theaters to find your answer but don't worry... it's worth the trip.
ACTING
This movie had its funny moments but its the story that proved to hold this movie together. The chemistry with the actors were good enough for a kids movie but I couldn't help but think that the villains outshined the heroes. They gave off the best work and put fear in the characters hearts. Johnny Depp did a great job with Rango. He's funny all the time and I loved how he was able to throw his voice. Some of the characters did great while the others flopped. This movie could have been better if they just made a few casting changes. Not everyone was able to flow together.
SPECIAL EFFECTS
The effects are phenomenal here. So far the best animated movie in 2011. These characters looked crisp and bright. Their facial expressions and body language mimicked real people with real emotions. I was taken back by some of the special effects during the action scenes. It keeps your eyes on the screen and popped out of your sockets. I saw this in 2D so if the effects was this good then you know 3D will blow your mind.
WRITING AND DIRECTING
I loved how the story flowed. The story was written by John Logan and he did a great job with the pacing and dialog. Nothing felt rushed and he kept true to the characters traits. It was directed by Gore Verbinski, the director of the Pirates of the Caribbean films. I loved how he filmed the action scenes and the look and feel of the town. I didn't like all those close-ups and some of the film is bunched up together. I felt like I was watching a full screen version of the film instead of the full format. Despite this the picture looked good enough to keep me interested.
THE END
WHO AM I
Well you're a winner in my book. A must see for next weekend. A great film to take the kids to see and a film that a grandpa would like. It also houses a nice cameo from a legend and some singing rodents along the way. This film will surprise you. It did me!
STORY 7 out of 10
ACTING 5 out of 10
SPECIAL EFFECTS 9 out of 10
WRITING 8 out of 10
DIRECTING 8 out of 10
OVERALL 8 (WORTH A WATCH)
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| I think I know you? |
When I heard this film was being made I thought "Another dumb movie about a talking animal." Then I saw the previews and thought "A decent dumb movie with a talking animal." When I found out that Johnny depp was in it my eyebrow rose to a curiosity. The other cast members I didn't care about so much but when I got a pass for the movie screening I thought why not. It can't hurt to watch this movie and broaden my horizons. Good thing I did because this film turned out to be better than I ever imagined and made me a fan out of Johnny Depp.
STORY
WHO AM I
That's the mood of the film that displays through out. Rango was a lonely house pet that was lost on a trip to one of the best places in the world. He quickly learns the dangers of living in the desert once he hits the ground. He meets a friend that tells him where to go for water and where to meet people. Rango has been alone all his life and wants to make new friends. This excites him but the journey was harsh. He encounters a hawk who's hungry for lizard, wisecracking peers, and delusional fantasies. Luckily it leads him to a woman that could help him get to town but his new friend has some problems of her own.
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| Aw crap |
The town is facing a harsh water drought making residents pack up and leave. Hope is very little during this time but when Rango proved himself worthy the residents found the hope they needed and Rango found his purpose. That was until they learned that there was very little water left stored in their bank. This sent them into a frenzy making Rango make a vow that he couldn't keep. Meanwhile, he's trying to win the heart of his friend. She doesn't like him because she thinks he's stupid and she is dealing with her own problems. The mayor is trying to buy her land but she refuses because thats the land her dad left her. It didn't help matters when the town folks learned that their water have also been stolen!
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| Bug eyed |
This starts up an everlasting adventure that tested the brain and brawn of Rango. He encounter a foe so scary that his words were tough enough to break the spirit of Rango. After doing some soul searching he finally found who he was. He returned to the town to face his most deadliest foe and to tell the town folks the mystery behind the depleted water. What that mystery was I can't tell now. You have to run to the theaters to find your answer but don't worry... it's worth the trip.
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| Talk about bad ass |
ACTING
This movie had its funny moments but its the story that proved to hold this movie together. The chemistry with the actors were good enough for a kids movie but I couldn't help but think that the villains outshined the heroes. They gave off the best work and put fear in the characters hearts. Johnny Depp did a great job with Rango. He's funny all the time and I loved how he was able to throw his voice. Some of the characters did great while the others flopped. This movie could have been better if they just made a few casting changes. Not everyone was able to flow together.
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| Mommyyyyyyy! |
The effects are phenomenal here. So far the best animated movie in 2011. These characters looked crisp and bright. Their facial expressions and body language mimicked real people with real emotions. I was taken back by some of the special effects during the action scenes. It keeps your eyes on the screen and popped out of your sockets. I saw this in 2D so if the effects was this good then you know 3D will blow your mind.
WRITING AND DIRECTING
I loved how the story flowed. The story was written by John Logan and he did a great job with the pacing and dialog. Nothing felt rushed and he kept true to the characters traits. It was directed by Gore Verbinski, the director of the Pirates of the Caribbean films. I loved how he filmed the action scenes and the look and feel of the town. I didn't like all those close-ups and some of the film is bunched up together. I felt like I was watching a full screen version of the film instead of the full format. Despite this the picture looked good enough to keep me interested.
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| You don't scare me! |
THE END
WHO AM I
Well you're a winner in my book. A must see for next weekend. A great film to take the kids to see and a film that a grandpa would like. It also houses a nice cameo from a legend and some singing rodents along the way. This film will surprise you. It did me!
STORY 7 out of 10
ACTING 5 out of 10
SPECIAL EFFECTS 9 out of 10
WRITING 8 out of 10
DIRECTING 8 out of 10
OVERALL 8 (WORTH A WATCH)
1 comment:
i;m really not a fan of these pictures but i watch them sometime because of my grandchildren and this one because of your great review
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