The Pride

Issue date: 5/5/09 Section: Viewpoint

Media Credit: DisneyPixar

The Disney/Pixar powerhouse has done it again. Once again, the studio pair is serving a triumphant piece of animation. "Up" looks stunningly beautiful and appears to have a story to match. I have no doubt that "Up" will be the best film this summer.

Last summer, Disney/Pixar's "Wall-E" went toe-to-toe with "The Dark Knight" and "Ironman," and I think it bested every other piece that summer. This year, a slew of other films will be competing for the top spot, yet "Up" looks so sharp, I know it will be the best.

I get excited every time I see a new trailer for "Up." First, the animation is beautiful. The characters and scenes are beautifully brought to life, and I cannot wait to see it in 3-D. The art department of Disney/Pixar embarrasses other studios such as DreamWorks.

"Up" looks beautiful and the story and characters look memorable and impressive. It is an original story about a man who uses thousands of balloons to fly away in his house and savor his last days. It is silly and simple, but also appears to be genuinely heartwarming. I do not fall for sappy films, but I trust that this one will be subtle and meaningful.

Amidst all the blockbusters, "Up" will possess the right blend of character development, plot, action, art, and entertainment. I cannot see "Wolverine," "Star Trek," or "Harry Potter" matching this film's power.

I am looking forward to seeing many movies this summer, but none more than "Up." I already know "Up" will outdo "Coraline," "Monsters vs. Aliens," "Battle of Terra" and "9" for the 2010 Academy Award for Best Animated Picture. If the Academy Awards were not so prejudiced against animated films, I would go as far to say they might nominate "Up" for Best Picture.

Yet, that is not until next March. I can hardly wait to revel in the 3-D beauty and majestic story of "Up."

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