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Up (2009)
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Summary: By tying thousands of balloons to his home, 78-year-old Carl Fredricksen sets out to fulfill his lifelong dream to see the wilds of South America. Right after lifting off, however, he learns he isn't alone on his journey, since Russell, a wilderness explorer 70 years his junior, has inadvertently become a stowaway on the trip.
Country: USA
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Up belongs to 21 collections
1. IMDB Top 250 (public: moderated by ppinocchio - 28 stars)
2. Pixar (public: moderated by mpowell - 7 stars)
3. Metacritic - Universal Acclaim (public: moderated by sengir - 7 stars)
4. Cgi Animation (public: moderated by Hells Zargon - 3 stars)
5. U.S. Box office over 150 million (public: moderated by PeaceAnarchy - 2 stars)
6. Directed jointly by 2 or 3 people (public: moderated by djross - 2 stars)
7. IMDb Top of The 2000's (public: moderated by PeaceAnarchy - 2 stars)
8. Eligible for Academy Award Best Picture 2009 (public: moderated by Ross - 2 stars)
9. TSPDT 21st Century's 250 Most Acclaimed Films (public: moderated by PeaceAnarchy - 1 star)
10. 82nd Academy Awards: Nominated (public: moderated by Ross - 1 star)
11. South America (public: moderated by td888)
12. Aging (public: moderated by djross)
13. 3D (public: moderated by djross)
14. A2P CINEMA'S 100 FILMS OF THE AUGHTS (public: moderated by sonique)
15. Airships (public: moderated by Hopscotch)
16. Critic's Top 10 Lists: 2009 (public: moderated by Cuculiza)
17. Oscar: Best picture nominee - 2000-2009 (private: Ross - 2 stars)
18. Movies I Saw in Theaters (private: theficionado)
19. Favorite Scores (private: Castroph)
20. Lebmghuw (your private collection) | remove from collection
21. 82nd Academy Awards ALL Nominated Films (private: jacobb1313)


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na TheMarc4
84
T10
na dwhee
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T8
na jessetaylor
96
T9
na slumber
90
T10
na sunsetparade
90
T8
na fletch
85
T9
na kramertron
91
T10
na Chouinard
85
T9
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.
na OldSwede
72
T6
na Gladstone
6
T8
na Koalafish
70
T7
na reubenite
85
T9
na apm182
80
T8
na ELifter
77
T10
na AnnMovie
90
T7
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!
na scyphers
100
T10
na jaquex
85
T8
na behzad_sh
67
T2
na lanfor
90
T10
na PeaceAnarchy
84
T8
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.
na captainjazz
100
T9
na arandur
62
T5
na Dexter
82
T6
na Zozan
45
T5
Started good, got cheesy after the house began flying.
na luminare77
80
T4
na nerevar
9
T10
na miep
75
T7
na gfunkmoney06
82
T4
This would be much higher if it hadn't been for those stupid dogs. The first half was perfect.
na abubious
70
T6
na ribtin
60
T4
na GreatBobRoss
100
T10
na saucyjack
92
T10
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!
na clickster
89
T9
na kwmanion
85
T10
na lada
60
T3
na rockyriv
70
T5
na moonshine447
80
T9
na deadbill
99
T9
na cryptosicko
94
T9
na yonan32
88
T7
na Cuculiza
85
T9
na Stain
80
T7
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
na downbeat
83
T7
"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.
na Etheriel
50
T5
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.
na romuscaro
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T8
na Pernille
84
T7
na sozdere
76
T7
na MurphDick
80
T4
na DaniellaN
80
T8
na VTJoker
90
T10
na childofbodom
100
T10
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!!!
na stariachi
65
T5
na Iwantham
90
T10
na jwkwark
100
T10
na cowfrappe
84
T10
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.
na SailorRipley
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T10
na shocking1981
70
T5
na stevemoser
96
T10
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na Jos
92
T10
na Tobia
95
T10
na murphycr
80
T4
na alzuke
88
T9
na BrotherReed
85
T9
na maebytonight
100
T10
na ntndeacon
78
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na typeo487
93
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na Lynx lynx
87
T5
na tliu9
96
T10
na distilledw
85
T9
na gurru
76
T7
na genaro
87
T9
na jbates
92
T9
na Dobermann
75
T9
na Golfingdanls
9
T10
na Pickpocket
95
T10
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.
na pompousass
20
T6
na coldfish
78
T7
na mfidler1
81
T8
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).
na doctor7
71
T6
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.
na kdbond
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T10
na caiman
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T10
na cms382
93
T9
na Cryptecks
100
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na evil_md
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na TheBunk
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na roofs_runner
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na aakashdave11
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na 1linerpixie
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na mrchips
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na cryteno
91
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na Political
87
T10
na RPattie
89
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na BillyShears
90
T10
The opening bit of the movie was a real surprise with its subject matter; and the film was just a delight to watch.
na ChrisPalm
83
T10
na damaged
90
T10
na XakkMaster
85
T9
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.
na Todgger
90
T10
na butthorn
75
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na dogbert
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na apataca
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na Mawazh
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na Princezz
90
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na legstump
65
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na naviniea
90
T10
na maxwellian
95
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na tnt
60
T6
na thesupercroc
89
T6
na RottenTomato
85
T8
na Sandwichlord
4
T9
na positronic
75
T4
na Va3H
89
T6
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.
na kubrick86
80
T7
na Steph
86
T10
na tinythedogg
100
T10
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
na hardcourters
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T9
A thrilling and heartwarming animated ride.........
na ArctificiaL
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T9
na laika
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T9
na Soulmerge
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T9
na rbf451
85
T9
na Amakua
65
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na hines10
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na ferne
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na nickabc
85
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na fatrader
80
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na crushedy
40
T3
na acegas
85
T7
na mlightle3
80
T7
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.
na MrPumpernick
93
T10
na sensei
85
T9
na NilbogSavant
51
T4
na woodke1235
85
T8
na Gody85
69
T9
na CaptMal
92
T8
na tatabaanee
85
T9
na chadarnook
82
T7
na nymsa
100
T10
na jordanlige
100
T6
an great animation
na mwgerb
74
T8
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.
na hungrybear
8
T8
na Misery
93
T9
na bhu1st
98
T9
na mpowell
89
T10
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.
na TedDedon
91
T9
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.
na Travisbickle
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T10
na ooh waffles
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na fschonken
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T10
na moechops
90
T8
na davec
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T8
na gimli999
60
T6
na pdaddy1015
85
T10
na benwallisben
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T7
na Gurrkin
81
T7
na V. De Vita
80
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na feedmyleg
90
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na unx
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T8
na jontaylor85
90
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na liberifatali
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na Blake Leyden
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na gbelk08
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na lovejoy
83
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na yokota4spam
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na Kokolo
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na lange17
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na kretin
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na volkisiva
75
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na Blackhole
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na magwai
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na 3rdman
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na oread
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na rytoj
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na aooa
90
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na fabioleal
81
T8
na jacobb1313
95
T10
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.
na what no way
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na purity
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T6
na mizzike_13
86
T8
na jwlieta
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na benedetti
69
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na ale
95
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na jcameron
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na AFlickering
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na Myxomatosis
77
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na Simulacra
65
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na FutureCritic
85
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na heynorm03
88
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na Elekoise
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na iceblox
72
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na arien12
100
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na ivbroesel
69
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na oreth
95
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na yoshifan
96
T10
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!
na jebus19
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T9
na PepeCamello
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na mavrodief
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na boobs
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na madiso
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na experimental
81
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80
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na Garth5689
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na gork
95
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na agrawalsrd
77
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na aqamal
73
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na sastraxi
80
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na dflynn
99
T10
na 3Names
88
T7
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!
na bsprick
80
T5
na sunhill
88
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na MSHA8888
65
T5
na Teario
69
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na Bryan C.
93
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na japanesecat
91
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na amiladm
90
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na orangezen
71
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na Langete
90
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na chaosxkitten
92
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na drone
60
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na StarFinch
7
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na nihilanth
74
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na jazz_learner
90
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na DavidB
85
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na Franeh13
95
T7
na bluesheep
99
T10
na revers
68
T3
na Browncoat
85
T7
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.
na xcrunner
85
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na Mihon
95
T10
na markburdette
88
T10
na Scribbler UK
95
T10
na palma
81
T7
na FitFortDanga
80
T7
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.
na LostAndFound
87
T6
na duygush
84
T8
na Esmerodo
85
T9
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.
na joseywales
85
T10
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.
na deralbert
80
T5
na Kombatkrepe
95
T9
na mightypotato
100
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na kznkz
98
T9
na Jeb
97
T10
Up is Pixar's best film to date as of right now.
na arsonist
100
T10
and the oscar goes to...
na alexgrander
87
T9
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