Posts Tagged ‘animation’
Pokemon the Movie: Black & White DVD Review: One of the Better Entries in the Franchise
Needs more Team Rocket instead of two versions of the same thing.
Read MoreBob’s Burgers The Complete 1st Season DVD Review: An Acquired Taste
Bob’s Burgers has grown on me, much like the green mold on Bob’s restaurant’s walls.
Read MoreShazzan: The Complete Series DVD Review: Rather Repetitive
If Mystery Science Theater ever featured cartoons, Shazzan would be a perfect pick.
Read MoreThe Lion King 2: Simba’s Pride DVD Review: Simba Can’t Be Proud of This
It simply does not live up to the original on many levels.
Read MoreWizards 35th Anniversary Edition Blu-ray Review: Artwork Trumps Story
Recommended for animation fans.
Read MoreThe Lion King 1 1/2 Special Edition Combo Pack Review: One Movie, Less Than 1/2 a Story
Overly contrived scenes with little payoff from a humor perspective.
Read MoreArcher: The Complete Season Two Blu-ray Review: License to Laugh
Another frequently hysterical season of outrageous and offensive espionage adventures.
Read MoreTom and Jerry: In the Dog House DVD Review: Out with the New and In with the Old
Just the right blend of sadism and violence that every child should be brought up on.
Read MoreJustice League: Doom Blu-ray Review: Action Triumphs over Plot
Plenty of action, but not much in the way of story or character development.
Read MoreLooney Tunes Super Stars: Pepe Le Pew DVD Review: Le Win
Warner’s barebones disc delivers pristine-looking shorts coupled with timeless laughs.
Read MoreScooby-Doo! Mystery Incorporated: Season One, Part 2 DVD Review: Crystal Cove Curse
The Scooby Gang’s dark journey to solve the secrets of the previous Mystery Incorporated.
Read More2012 Oscar-Nominated Animated Short Films Review: Five Strong Nominees Vie for Gold
A pair of beautiful and idiosyncratic Canadian films, one ode to books and one to tall tales, and Pixar’s latest compete.
Read MoreRango (2011) Blu-ray Review: There’s a New (Animation) Sheriff in Town
Highly recommend to fans of animation and Westerns.
Read MoreThe Looney Tunes Show Season One Volume 2 DVD Review: Bugs and Daffy as The Odd Couple
In the grand Looney Tunes tradition, these shows will appeal to kids and their parents alike.
Read MoreThe Adventures of Tintin Season One DVD Review: Animated Adventure Abounds!
Herge’s creation translates well to television.
Read MoreFrosty’s Winter Wonderland DVD Review: A Warm Return from Everybody’s Favorite Snowman
A lonely Frosty meets Crystal the snowlady.
Read MoreProfessor Layton and the Eternal Diva DVD Review: Animated Sleuthing Success
A richly illustrated full-length film based on the Nintendo DS puzzle game series.
Read MoreTom and Jerry: Fur Flying Adventures Volume 3 DVD Review: As Fun as Ever
Fourteen more crazy tales with Tom and Jerry!
Read MoreThe Avengers: Earth’s Mightiest Heroes! Volume 3 and 4 DVD Review: Entertainment Assembled!
A very good animated program for superhero fans.
Read MoreCars 2 Blu-ray Review: Stuck in Neutral
Pixar’s first misstep fails to capture the heart of the original.
Read MoreWinnie the Pooh Combo Pack: A Wonderful Return to the Classic Characters
Geared more towards younger viewers but there are some clever moments for adults.
Read MoreBambi II Blu-ray Review: A Worthy Successor
An accomplished film that upholds and expands the tradition of the original.
Read MoreD23 Expo 2011: A Preview of Wreck-It Ralph
He’s not bad; he’s just programmed that way.
Read MoreD23 Expo 2011: Walt Disney Studios Upcoming Animated Releases
Sneak Peeks of Brave and Wreck-It Ralph were the highlights.
Read MoreThe Fox and the Hound 2-Movie Collection Blu-ray Review: More Bark For Your Buck
Marriage of feature film with direct-to-video sequel is worthwhile thanks to the decent quality of both projects.
Read MoreMars Needs Moms Blu-ray Review: Skip The Movie, Read The Book
Director Simon Wells fails to translate the charm of the source book to film.
Read MoreRio Blu-ray Review: Bird of Paradise
Director Carlos Saldanha mines his native Brazil for audiovisual gold, enriching Rio’s lifeless plot.
Read MoreHave a Laugh! Volume 3 and 4 DVD Review: Samplers of Disney’s Animated Stars
The series introduces classic Disney cartoons to young children.
Read MoreTom and Jerry: Fur Flying Adventures Volume 2 DVD Review: Another Helping of the Famous Twosome
Ninety-nine minutes of classic Tom and Jerry fun.
Read MoreGnomeo & Juliet Blu-ray Review: A Mostly Pleasant Surprise
Not a classic, but worthwhile and sweet family entertainment.
Read MoreKung Fu Panda Blu-ray Review: Captivating for Both Kids and Adults
Jack Black is the star of the show and doesn’t disappoint.
Read MoreThe Incredibles Blu-ray Review: An Incredible High Def Experience
An engaging drama about a man struggling to balance career and family set in a superhero world.
Read MoreYogi Bear DVD Review: This Movie is No Picnic
Not bad for the very young, but the classic cartoon would be a better choice.
Read MoreTangled (2010) Blu-ray Review: Disney’s Last Princess Movie Ends on a High Note
I can’t recommend Tangled strongly enough.
Read MoreThe Venture Bros.: 3rd Season Blu-ray Review: Plenty of Action and Humor
It is extremely rewarding for those who have followed the series.
Read MoreTom and Jerry: Fur Flying Adventures Volume 1 DVD Review: Fun Stuff For All
A pleasure to watch these fourteen early episodes again.
Read MoreBambi: Diamond Edition Blu-ray Review: The Prince of the Forest is Born
My thoughts wandered to all of the better films in the vast Disney archives, which are more interesting and entertaining.
Read MoreThe Venture Bros.: Season Two DVD Review: Arguably, the Greatest Cartoon Show
How did the show proceed after the death of the Venture Bros.?
Read MoreThe Venture Bros.: Season One DVD Review: A Very Funny Spoof of Jonny Quest
The show’s humor is similar to The Tick, a superhero spoof.
Read MoreBatman: Gotham Knight (Two-Disc Special Edition) DVD Review: Deserves a Spot in the Pantheon of Animated Superhero Offerings
A worthy addition to your DVD shelf, especially if you’re a big Batman fan.
Read MoreThe Batman: Double Feature DVD Review: A Couple Crossovers
Both movies are entertaining and well done.
Read MoreHow To Train Your Dragon Movie Review: Pixar Still Rules The Roost, But Dreamworks Is Getting The Hint
Dreamworks is getting the hang of it and How To Train Your Dragon is a good first step.
Read MoreLooney Tunes Super Stars: Tweety & Sylvester DVD Review: Feline Fwenzy
Fifteen classic cartoons, all directed by the legendary Friz Freling.
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