UP

-by Ann Marie

Pixar's tenth film in the making is bringing something new to the screen, an animated film that was shot in 3D. However, not all theaters are carrying the film in 3D, but the film is still strong.

"Up" follows the story line of two young adventures who want to travel out to a Lost Land in South America. The two adventures marry and Carl Fredrickson (Edward Asner) promises to take Ellie to South America, but 70 years later, Ellie dies. Carl remembers his promise to Ellie and sets out to South America, after hitting a construction worker. As Carl sets out in his house and billions of balloons, he has a stowaway. Eight year old Russell is a boy scout trying to get the assisting the elderly badge. Together Russell (Jordan Nagai) and Carl have an adventure of their own and learn a lot from each other.

The voice actors for "Up" were consisted and brought the animated movie to life. Some of the top actors in this movie were Edward Asner, Jordan Nagai, Christopher Plummer and Bob Peterson. There were also some famous voice actors such as Delroy Lindo and John Ratzenberger.

"Up" contained many cute animated scenes to push the movie forward. However, being Pixar's tenth movie this one comes with an added bonus. "Up" has become the first animated 3D movie to hit the screens.

"Up" was directed by Pete Docter and Bob Peterson. Docter has directed other animated films such as "Monster Inc." and "Mike's New Car." Besides directing, Docter has also written "Toy Story," "Toy Story 2," "Monster's Inc." and "Mike's New Car." Docter's partner Peterson helped with the directing of "Up," but is known for writing "Ratatouille" and "Finding Nemo."

This movie is recommended for anyone who is a fan of animated or Pixar movies.