Tell us what you thought of 'Wreck-It Ralph'
Disney's Pixar-level home run hits theaters today
"Wreck-It Ralph"
Credit: Walt Disney Pictures
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I haven't had a chance to really get out my thoughts on "Wreck-It Ralph" beyond those in the animated feature piece, but I'm kind of over the moon for it. It's Pixar-level storytelling out of Disney with top-notch voice acting -- moving, even -- and a beautifully animated instant classic. If that's drowning it in superlatives then I'm not worried because I know this one will have its fair share of fans and I'm curious how many are out there, so when/if you see the film this weekend, let us know what you thought. And, of course, feel free to rate it via the tool above.
Kristopher Tapley has covered the film awards landscape for over a decade. He founded In Contention in 2005. His work has also appeared in The New York Times, The Times of London and Variety. He begs you not to take any of this too seriously.
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November 2, 2012 at 12:00PM EST Reply to CommentDo you think the film will get favorable reviews for those of us in our mid-20s to mid-30s due at least in part to nostalgia? Or is it a strong enough film on its own merits disregarding the nostalgia factor?
Kristopher Tapley The movie's not a nostalgia play. That's part of the marketing mirage I think. It ends up way more universal than that.
November 2, 2012 at 1:29PM ESTd3
November 2, 2012 at 12:00PM EST Reply to CommentDo you think the film will get favorable reviews for those of us in our mid-20s to mid-30s due at least in part to nostalgia? Or is it a strong enough film on its own merits disregarding the nostalgia factor?
d3 woops...darn internet...
November 2, 2012 at 12:01PM ESTMykill
November 2, 2012 at 12:23PM EST Reply to CommentI loved this film! I saw it last week at the Philly Film Festival and I can't wait to see it again this weekend. I agree with Kris, Disney really went all out with this film and I loved it as much as Tangled (in terms of animation quality and voice-acting.) Plus, anyone that grew up with SNES, Sega Genesis, and arcade games will love all the cameos that pop up. Kinda reminded me of Who Framed Roger Rabit in that regard, but done in a very endearing way. Probably my favorite animated film this year (just ahead of Paranorman and Arrietty) and my fingers are crossed that it will get nominated.
ThirdMan
November 2, 2012 at 4:02PM EST Reply to CommentThe overall reviews are compelling me to check this out on Cheap Tuesday (as I did with Cloud Atlas, which alternated between inspired and awful), but every clip I see, particularly between Reilly and Silverman, seems to skew reeeeeeaaally young. I'll take your word for it, Kris, though I've never actually gotten around to seeing Bolt, another of your favourites (heh). Is the 3D necessary? 'Cause I don't much care for 3D.
Kristopher Tapley I didn't see it in 3D.
November 2, 2012 at 4:24PM ESTMr.F The 3D is nice, but unnecessary. However, it is essential for Paperman, the short that plays before it.
November 2, 2012 at 6:41PM ESTN8
November 2, 2012 at 5:50PM EST Reply to CommentFantastic. Ended up being far more substantial and compelling than the superficial premise suggested. Easily the best animated film of the year.
Mr.F
November 2, 2012 at 6:42PM EST Reply to CommentMy #2 of the 52 Disney Animation Studios films, right after Bambi.
CaptainCanada
November 4, 2012 at 11:46AM EST Reply to CommentI thought it was terrific. Probably Disney's best since "The Lion King" (not saying it's quite that good, mind you).
Andrew
March 9, 2013 at 2:08AM EST Reply to CommentI am 16 years old, and I still enjoyed this movie a lot. It brought back memories of the games I played as a kid, and the cameos we're the best part. It almost made me cry because I miss all of those games.