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29 May 2009 (USA) morePlot:
By tying thousands of balloon 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. full summary | full synopsisAwards:
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Pixar do it again! Up soars to new heights! more (370 total)Cast
(Cast overview, first billed only)| Edward Asner | ... | Carl Fredricksen (voice) (as Ed Asner) | |
| Christopher Plummer | ... | Charles Muntz (voice) | |
| Jordan Nagai | ... | Russell (voice) | |
| Bob Peterson | ... | Dug / Alpha (voice) | |
| Delroy Lindo | ... | Beta (voice) | |
| Jerome Ranft | ... | Gamma (voice) | |
| John Ratzenberger | ... | Construction Foreman Tom (voice) | |
| David Kaye | ... | Newsreel Announcer (voice) | |
| Elie Docter | ... | Young Ellie (voice) | |
| Jeremy Leary | ... | Young Carl (voice) | |
| Mickie McGowan | ... | Police Officer Edith (voice) | |
| Danny Mann | ... | Construction Worker Steve (voice) | |
| Donald Fullilove | ... | Nurse George (voice) | |
| Jess Harnell | ... | Nurse AJ (voice) | |
| Josh Cooley | ... | Omega (voice) |
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Rated PG for some peril and action.Parents Guide:
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1.85 : 1 moreCertification:
Iceland:L | USA:PG (certificate #45254) | South Korea:All | UK:U | Canada:G (Alberta/British Columbia/Manitoba/Quebec) | Canada:PG (Ontario) | Singapore:PG | New Zealand:PG | Ireland:G | Mexico:AA | Argentina:Atp | Peru:PT | Finland:K-7 | Hong Kong:I | South Africa:PG | Japan:G | Switzerland:0 (canton of Geneva) | Switzerland:0 (canton of Vaud) | Portugal:M/4 (dubbed version) | Portugal:M/6 (subtitled version) | Norway:7 | Australia:PG | Philippines:G (MTRCB) | Taiwan:GP | Germany:o.Al. | Brazil:Livre | Sweden:7Fun Stuff
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The first Pixar film since Finding Nemo (2003) not to be presented in the 2.35:1 aspect ratio. moreGoofs:
Incorrectly regarded as goofs: Mr. Fredricksen's cane always has four tennis balls on it even after he throws one or more of them to the dogs in multiple scenes. When Mr. Fredrickson throws the ball to Dug, Dug brings the ball back to him. However, when he throws it at the pack of dogs later on, he doesn't get it returned. Hence the reason why he only has three tennis balls in the following scenes. moreQuotes:
Carl Fredricksen: This is crazy. I finally meet my childhood hero and he's trying to kill us. What a joke.Dug: Hey, I know a joke! A squirrel walks up to a tree and says, "I forgot to store acorns for the winter and now I am dead." Ha! It is funny because the squirrel gets dead.
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Habanera moreFAQ
How does Russell end up on Carl's porch after his house takes off?What happened to all the furniture?
Is "Up" based on a book?
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Viewed at the Festival de Cannes 2009
The opening film of this year's festival, and the first animated film ever to have this honour, Up is truly a film for all ages. The story of the adventures of an old man and a young boy, a flying house tethered to countless balloons, a long-lost (and mad) explorer, a giant bird called Kevin and assorted 'talking' dogs gets funnier and more exciting as it goes along.
This isn't slapstick humour, although there are some lovely visual gags, but deeper, more thoughtful. At times Up is even touching and poignant.
Visually, this is a treat and while I was sceptical about the use of 3D to begin with, it is built into the story so seamlessly that it really is worth the effort to seek it out. At the same time, I can't help feeling the 2D version could be even better because the 3D glasses had the effect of dimming the picture. The use of colour in the film is especially noteworthy, with various palettes used according to mood, character and phase of the story. Character voicing and music are also spot on.
I have no connection with Pixar, Disney or the film whatsoever, even if this review reads like a puff piece. The fact is, Up is an incredible piece of cinema, was a big hit with a very demanding press audience, and is worthy of your time and money.
Anyone who says animated films cannot amuse and entertain, while at the same time delivering any kind of emotion, does not know what they are talking about.
Up is so good I can now forgive Pixar for Cars!