Excellent film, some very emotional scenes. But it is based too much in reality for some of the shenanigans they pull. I felt it was a little extreme that the bad guy dies so violently, but I guess it happens in almost all Disney films, the villain getting comeuppance.

Another brilliant movie by Disney/Pixar. UP is not what I expected, & I think I cried more than I laughed, but that's not necessarily a bad thing. UP is very sweet & touching (& yes, many parts are quite hilarious!) The voices were well acted & the animation is top-notch - certain scenic views looked almost real. I'm not sure how much young children will get out of UP - I think they will enjoy it, but perhaps not on the same level as other Disney/Pixars. For others though, a definite must see!

Has plenty of brilliant moments, including the opening ten minutes, but it also has some moments that are far too silly or predictable. The film seems ultimately tied to the same animated adventure formula that's been done to death, but it is a very good execution of that formula.

Started good, got cheesy after the house began flying.

This would be much higher if it hadn't been for those stupid dogs. The first half was perfect.

One of the most moving animated pictures I have ever seen and one of the best pictures of the year, period. THIS is how family entertainment should be and Pixar continues to provide films that don't condescend to children or adults, having confidence in their audience. Can't have enough praise for the film, just have to demand that you see it. Now!

The prologue, with Carl and Ellie, is actually the best part of the film. The premise is ridiculous, of course, but endearingly so. That's not the problem, though; the problem is that we keep getting one wild implausibility after another thrown at us. It *is* a good movie, and one could argue that it's just a kids' movie, but I think gullibility is not a virtue

"Up" was the only film that has ever made me cry in the first 10 minutes. Pixar knows how to tell a story without even using words, and that is something that is so powerful. Such a great adventure film and the score is awesome as well.

Unfortunately, only a few moments live up to the opening sequence. Up is a brilliant 20-minute film brought to theatrical length by 70 minutes of fluff about dogs and birds.

The very fact 'Up' is a pixar film only adds to the anticipation. They are the only film crew who have a 100% record for top class films and up is the best pixar film since finding nemo. The emotional start to the film welcomes young russell to cheer things up, and how he does. Russell is pixars best character since woody. His innocence and persistance to annoy carl makes for one of the best films you will ever see!!!

An enthralling combination of action, adventure, drama, comedy, and surprisingly even more. The way Pixar makes films is unlike any other production company: they make them they way their artists want them, disregarding what big studio heads think an audience wants. Up has heart and artistic merit and entertainment value to spare. Pixar does it again.

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Damn this was good, really moving. Sad as hell, funny as hell, the characters are amazing and dare I say Pixar's best to date? Also quite a departure for them with that ending. I can't wait to see it again.

And now I give this movie a moderate rating recognizing a few facts, this is not my favorite Pixar movie (The Incredibles is ) and secondly it is one of the better films that they have put out (if I kinda ignore my preferences).

First off I'll say the animation is excellent and the soundtrack is wonderful. The general story is touching and heart-warming. However the movie has two glaring flaws: first the protagonist has a side-kick that's basically a fat Short Round, except even more frustratingly useless, and packs a few really contrived moments. It's still worth seeing but if you get a nagging feeling that Pixar has done much better, don't worry, you're not the only one.

The opening bit of the movie was a real surprise with its subject matter; and the film was just a delight to watch.

Another great Pixar film that would have been a masterpiece had it not been for some of Russell's annoying characteristics and the moment when the film turns dogs into airplane pilots. Generally, the villain and his army of trained pooches felt a little forced. Otherwise, the driving force of the plot (Carl's love for his late wife) is incredibly engaging emotionally, and Carl Fredricksen becomes one of Pixar's most memorable creations on his own right.

A heartfelt and inspirational film that touches both the heart and the mind. The story captures the ever-growing divide between the narrow-mindedness and cynicism of old age against the excitement and innocence of youthfulness. Yet on their whimsical adventure, both Carl and Russell learn much about themselves, and realize a simple but an all too forgotten truth: life is understood backwards. However, two shortcomings are the predictable, banal villain and rushed feeling towards the climax.

Carl Fredericksen has become one of my favorite characters in the Pixar universe. He was so well written and developed. Ed Asner does a great job voicing Carl. There was a lot of emotion involved in this movie especially in the beginning involving Carl and his wife. That was beautiful. The story with the rest of the cast was well done too. Such as Russell with his dad, Kevin and her babies and at times I thought Dug was a little annoying, I liked him as well. Awesome animation, great film

A thrilling and heartwarming animated ride.........

It's pretty good. I liked the beginning and the very very end. The jungle stuff with the talking dogs was hokey and I wish Russell was a better character. Still better than Over the Hedge, proving Pixar does really know what it's doing. But it's no Monster's Inc.

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The first ten minutes is an absolute masterpiece. The rest of the movie sacrifices a bit for easy laughs, but it's still entertaining and, at times, heartwarming.

Absolutely wonderful -- Pixar keeps raising the bar. To me, this film is proof that soon enough, we won't need actors at all. A truly amazing time.

I'm not sure if this is my favorite Pixar movie, but it's sure UP there! Get it?! Really though, Up is a phenomenal movie that is emotionally riveting and delightful in every way. I actually think that Up is really the progression of Wall-E's emotional side but applied to a more human story. This is the year's best so far and it'll be a shame if it's not up for the best picture award at the Oscars.

Pixar proves it's probably the most proficient studio working in Hollywood now. The narrative is superbly crafted, incorporating moments of remarkable and palpable adventure, comedy and pathos. The voice acting is surprisingly earnest: kudos, Asner. The only element that felt derivative was the 'New Groove' voice for the Evil Dog. Carl's house as his Albatross near the end is inspired. And that slice-of-life montage has to be the most powerful use of cinema (no pandering OR dialogue!) in years.

One of Pixar's best, and that's saying something. I'm a sucker for a movie that makes you really care for the characters, and that's what these guys are best at. Also, they've created quite possibly the single most endearing movie dog ever in Dug. Another smash from Pixar!

There are a lot of "apologists" who claim they love this movie, but I think time will show that there are some flaws with this one. Not the least of which is PHYSICS, and age discrepencies!

Although not quite as (for want of a better word) cute or politically relevant as "WALL*E", "Up" is still a touching story with a good message and plenty off laughs. Very well paced and geared at everyone across the age spectrum (I now regard Disney-Pixar films as much adult films as they are children's flicks), "Up" is a story of love, adventure and, most of all, letting go. Although perhaps an inch short of its predecessors' merits, don't miss this on the big screen.

It's a fun movie, but falls short of WALL-E in almost every department. The Carl & Ellie montage is a textbook lesson in marvelous dialogue-free storytelling, and is absolutely heartbreaking. There are a few other touching scenes, but overall the film is going more for adventure than pathos. I would have enjoyed it more if the Carl/Russell dynamic was more engaging. I was rather disappointed to see an evil bad guy, too. Still, it's well-crafted and definitely has its moments.

Suspend your disbelief & smile, settle in for a fantasy. Refreshing to see an elderly man who's sympathetic & charming, not just a caricature (even though he's animated). Reminded me of the late Spencer Tracy, as I'm sure the director intended. Scenery of sheer cliffs & dramatic waterfalls reminiscent of recent Oasis documentary on South America. Loved the silly rainbow bird, kind of like Mama Roadrunner.

The funniest and at the same time saddest movie of the year. The whole thing, in-jokes and all, is a big throwback to American animation from the 30's and 40's.

Up is Pixar's best film to date as of right now.

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