Comments on: Ratatouille - Review http://www.bloggernews.net/18213 High-quality English language analysis and editorial writing on the news. Tue, 14 Feb 2012 19:35:41 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.3.3 By: Dawn http://www.bloggernews.net/18213#comment-62020 Dawn Tue, 17 Jul 2007 18:31:05 +0000 http://www.bloggernews.net/18213#comment-62020 Cute but lacked humor. Although my son enjoyed the movie, there was no laughter at all in the theater. Cute but lacked humor. Although my son enjoyed the movie, there was no laughter at all in the theater.

]]> By: dan mcgowan http://www.bloggernews.net/18213#comment-56363 dan mcgowan Sun, 08 Jul 2007 03:26:18 +0000 http://www.bloggernews.net/18213#comment-56363 I loved this film. Those who didn't, did not see the same film I did. I loved this film. Those who didn’t, did not see the same film I did.

]]> By: Laura Froemling http://www.bloggernews.net/18213#comment-56196 Laura Froemling Sat, 07 Jul 2007 23:28:31 +0000 http://www.bloggernews.net/18213#comment-56196 It is not rated PG. It is rated G which is soooooo refreshing! It is not rated PG. It is rated G which is soooooo refreshing!

]]> By: Emily http://www.bloggernews.net/18213#comment-52831 Emily Tue, 03 Jul 2007 03:17:55 +0000 http://www.bloggernews.net/18213#comment-52831 This film has not been a good one for Pixar. As an admirer of other creations (Finding Nemo, Monsters, Inc.), I am extremely disappointed in the storyline. Yes, rats can be cute. Andmaybe the producers thought being in Paris and talking about fine French food would add culture to some of America's culturally deprived children. While I must credit Pixar's animators on a job well done, the writers could go back to school. As a young adult, I realize this is not targeted towards my peer group, but the lack of humor was horrifying. Throughout the entire 110 minutes, not a single full laugh was uttered. A chuckle here or there, but no full belly laugh. And why that long, Pixar? It was much too long for such a sterotypical storyline. You could have cut out so many parts and made it that much better. So while the animation kicked butt and the city of Paris being its lovely self, I was disappointed in the joke and origiinality department. And as my final question, why didn't Remy find love? And why could he not talk to Linguini? After I realized that, it made the movie much less funny and not worth all fo the hype. This film has not been a good one for Pixar. As an admirer of other creations (Finding Nemo, Monsters, Inc.), I am extremely disappointed in the storyline. Yes, rats can be cute. Andmaybe the producers thought being in Paris and talking about fine French food would add culture to some of America’s culturally deprived children. While I must credit Pixar’s animators on a job well done, the writers could go back to school. As a young adult, I realize this is not targeted towards my peer group, but the lack of humor was horrifying. Throughout the entire 110 minutes, not a single full laugh was uttered. A chuckle here or there, but no full belly laugh. And why that long, Pixar? It was much too long for such a sterotypical storyline. You could have cut out so many parts and made it that much better.

So while the animation kicked butt and the city of Paris being its lovely self, I was disappointed in the joke and origiinality department. And as my final question, why didn’t Remy find love? And why could he not talk to Linguini? After I realized that, it made the movie much less funny and not worth all fo the hype.

]]> By: James Comer http://www.bloggernews.net/18213#comment-51951 James Comer Sun, 01 Jul 2007 22:39:50 +0000 http://www.bloggernews.net/18213#comment-51951 Pixar has once again astounded me with its ability to make a fantasy world come to life in ways no one ever has. In terms of computer animation they remain unparralleled with each film. Each character explores an entirely new identity. without ever needing a voice. As to the cityscape and the air of the restaurant, had I them funds, I believe I would purchase a ticket to Paris this very day to travel to the restaurant La Ratatouille to taste the house special. However, as the cafe is unlikely to have ever existed, I am there at this very moment, enjoying one of Remy's newest masterpeices and chatting with monsiuer Ego as he enjoys his desert a la Remy. I am enthralled by this tail of a simple field rat rising to the position of chef and helping a young man find fame and love in the process.This tour de france became a tour de force and constantly kept me enthralled whether it was the lanscape or the effects on and around the characters or even the characters that truly seemed real.It was and experience I regret I will not have again for some months as I never see a movie twice in the theater. I can, however, assure you that it will join my immense video library. I must say I am warmed by this venture and eagerly await the next experience in the world pixar has created. For now though I will simply say that this film recieves a 10 out of 10. A so I leave you, but keep the following in mind~ Anton Ego painted a tantalizingly devilish picture of the critique world and the delicious of writing reviews that would emaciate any establishment. However, as Anton discovered, while the pen may triumph over the sword, each falls to the might of the meal. And of all delights in all of Paris, we se that even the the coldest of hearts can be touched and warmed by something humble. Pixar has once again astounded me with its ability to make a fantasy world come to life in ways no one ever has. In terms of computer animation they remain unparralleled with each film. Each character explores an entirely new identity. without ever needing a voice.
As to the cityscape and the air of the restaurant, had I them funds, I believe I would purchase a ticket to Paris this very day to travel to the restaurant La Ratatouille to taste the house special. However, as the cafe is unlikely to have ever existed, I am there at this very moment, enjoying one of Remy’s newest masterpeices and chatting with monsiuer Ego as he enjoys his desert a la Remy.
I am enthralled by this tail of a simple field rat rising to the position of chef and helping a young man find fame and love in the process.This tour de france became a tour de force and constantly kept me enthralled whether it was the lanscape or the effects on and around the characters or even the characters that truly seemed real.It was and experience I regret I will not have again for some months as I never see a movie twice in the theater. I can, however, assure you that it will join my immense video library.
I must say I am warmed by this venture and eagerly await the next experience in the world pixar has created. For now though I will simply say that this film recieves a 10 out of 10. A so I leave you, but keep the following in mind~

Anton Ego painted a tantalizingly devilish picture of the critique world and the delicious of writing reviews that would emaciate any establishment. However, as Anton discovered, while the pen may triumph over the sword, each falls to the might of the meal. And of all delights in all of Paris, we se that even the the coldest of hearts can be touched and warmed by something humble.

]]> By: M D http://www.bloggernews.net/18213#comment-50942 M D Sat, 30 Jun 2007 13:56:39 +0000 http://www.bloggernews.net/18213#comment-50942 The Animation in "Ratatouille" is beautiful. The characters are charming. The story and action are interesting and appealing. But being a mother of 5 young, well behaved children I must say the morals are non-existent--the main characters achieve their goals through dishonesty and cheating. The human lead character-- we learn later in the story, is an illigetimate child who never knew who his father was. He also says "I don't drink" --yet, without hesitation consumes an entire bottle of wine! I do not like the weakness exemplified in the main characters as role models. I believe in messages to shape and improve the character of our children rather than teach dishonesty as means to prove an individuals worth or talent. A parent viewing this film with children certainly must discuss how failure is the true result of cheating in the real world, and should not allow this to become a "Family Favorite" viewed repeatedly in the home when it comes out on video. The Animation in “Ratatouille” is beautiful. The characters are charming. The story and action are interesting and appealing. But being a mother of 5 young, well behaved children I must say the morals are non-existent–the main characters achieve their goals through dishonesty and cheating. The human lead character– we learn later in the story, is an illigetimate child who never knew who his father was. He also says “I don’t drink” –yet, without hesitation consumes an entire bottle of wine! I do not like the weakness exemplified in the main characters as role models. I believe in messages to shape and improve the character of our children rather than teach dishonesty as means to prove an individuals worth or talent. A parent viewing this film with children certainly must discuss how failure is the true result of cheating in the real world, and should not allow this to become a “Family Favorite” viewed repeatedly in the home when it comes out on video.

]]> By: Brennen Johnson http://www.bloggernews.net/18213#comment-50768 Brennen Johnson Sat, 30 Jun 2007 07:29:36 +0000 http://www.bloggernews.net/18213#comment-50768 Despite "side drama" that this post may describe as superfluous, viewers can easily enjoy each savory moment of this 110 minute film. Hardly too serious, the eigth Pixar masterpiece handles serious plot situations with humorous outlook and light-hearted perspective. Truly, this "G" rated film offers genuine entertainment to general audiences of every age. A succulent adventure through kitchens and sewers of a beautifully animated Paris, Ratatouille is sure to leave you longing for just another taste. Despite “side drama” that this post may describe as superfluous, viewers can easily enjoy each savory moment of this 110 minute film. Hardly too serious, the eigth Pixar masterpiece handles serious plot situations with humorous outlook and light-hearted perspective. Truly, this “G” rated film offers genuine entertainment to general audiences of every age. A succulent adventure through kitchens and sewers of a beautifully animated Paris, Ratatouille is sure to leave you longing for just another taste.

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