May 25, 2013

Escape from Planet Earth

Aliens Trapped on Earth
If you think space creature cartoons are alien and possibly distasteful, think again.

The characters developed in this cartoon feature,"Escape from Planet Earth" is one marvelous offering that truly entertains.

Lovable Creatures
In every way, it encapsulates the strengths and weaknesses of characters, their flaws and failings and oftentimes their need for unnecessary revenge that leads to abuse of power upon their fellow beings, be they aliens from distant stars or otherwise.

I enjoyed this movie very much for its dialogue and the simply irresistible appealing music and songs.

True blue family fare.

Great movie to watch with the kids!

OZ-Great and Powerful Again

An Interesting Outing
I think this is a re-run and it features James Franco in a comical role as that always in absentia Wizard of OZ that conned the whole Emerald City and yet won the day. Sam Raimi directs.

Franco as the circus magician
Together along with him this time are the lovable and charming Mila Kunis, Michelle Williams  and Rachel Weisz.

Pretty Players
From a black and white beginning it transforms into full vivid colour when we can out of the hurricane into Oz. This reminds me of the same mode used in that classic Wizard of Oz of yesteryear.

There is great special effects here though the story continues to be corny and insipid.