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While I always love Pixar films, this one really blew me away. Probably one of my favorite movies of all time, I decided to rewatch Up, hoping to gain a deeper appreciation of the film. Even though I had already viewed the opening scenes once before and knew what to expect, I have to admit that it made me tear up again. To me, this alone proves the greatness of the movie; not only does it evoke intense emotion within the first 3 minutes of the film but it also does it in animation. One would think that animation would make it much more difficult to connect to the audience yet Up is one of the only movies in which I have felt so emotional.
Aside from Up's surprisingly strong connection to viewers through the animation, it also draws in its audience with its amazing soundtrack. The recurring song "Stuff We Did" immediately pops into my head as soon as I think of the movie which I cannot say is true with most films. Its soft build provides wistfulness throughout the movie, again creating intense emotion.
Finally, Up's cast for voices is perfect. Jordan Nagai, voice of Russell, immaculately depicts the character of a young Boy Scout. Countered by the grouchy sound of Edward Asner's voice as Mr. Fredrickson, the movie sets out in perfect motion and Mr. Fredrickson's voice eventually softens by the end of the film to show his change of character.
Overall, this movie deserves a 6/5. I just get happy thinking about it.