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Finding Dory: Pixar’s search for revitalisation
When I came across a poster for Finding Dory on Tumblr, I thought it was another wishful photoshop designed to remind Pixar fans of the inexcusable lack of Dory’s presence in the past decade. Many online reactions were disbelieving, given the unfortunate proximity to April Fools’ Day. When its release was confirmed, however, reactions were […]
Pixar film falls short of the pantheon of classics
Brave revises the princess movie formula in refreshing ways, but a boring plot weighs it down.
Animated feature shines with breathtaking visuals
The Secret World of Arrietty features a talented cast and remarkable animation.
Flimsy follow-up coasts in to finish line
After last year’s Toy Story 3 was critically acclaimed, loved by fans and the first animated film to make over a billion dollars, it would have been a great feat for Pixar to outdo itself this year. With Cars 2, however, it seems like the film studio didn’t even try. At first, the thought of […]
Pixar’s success stems from personal effort
Since the Academy created the Best Animated Feature category in 2001, Pixar has taken five of those nine Oscars and every one of their films released in the last 10 years has been nominated.
Altered story helps film’s old-school feel
Tangled’s tone and style evokes Disney’s past films, specifically the “princess” subgenre.
Pixar’s latest film surprisingly grounded in reality
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Length: 95 min.
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