Pat," he learns it's their final night. He attends the festivities and recaptures some of the joy of his youth. Parental Guide. As a result, I was a bit disappointed. Pat was once a successful hairdresser, and performer. Although the film shows us glimpses of his past, I wanted to see and know more about the former Pat. I somehow feel the film would have been more interesting had they chronicled his life, instead of mere back flashes.
The premise is a bit strange. One of Pat's once regular clients is deceased, and her will stipulated him to do her hair for the funeral, and will be richly rewarded.
Due to a feud between them years ago, Pat is initially reluctant, but decides to do it anyway. He then travels mainly on foot to a town called Sandusky. Despite some funny moments here and there, I found the film a bit dreary at times. It was also much more dramatic than I had anticipated. Then again, as mentioned, I had a pre-conceived idea what the film was going to be about, and that was a bit unfair towards 'Swan Song'. Nevertheless, 'Swan Song' was still entertaining. It also offers a nostalgic look at how quickly time passes us by.
We should indeed live every day like there's no tomorrow, and not take everything for granted. We so egotistically believe in a tomorrow Udo Kier's great performance makes the movie well worth it. It was also good seeing Linda Evans back in front of the camera again after a long absence - and she's looking incredible still!
In local american history, of the city of sandusky ohio. So if you love udo kiers blue eyes, or love the milfy mistress of ''american pie 1's'' Finch , then be my guest. A little long playtime may become saggy for the most senior and demented part of the audience, but i may guarantee that your musculus laughtorious will get its yearly exercise if watching.
The only thing the grumpy old man cant explain is the title Kudos and blessings on Todd Stephens and Udo Kier for making an absolutely perfect movie. Acting, writing, casting, cinematography, editing, set design, costumes, soundtrack, music selections two Shirleys Bassey AND Horn and directing It also didn't hurt that the concept is nerdy fun, the revolving animation styles are welcome, the action-adventure scenes are childish fun, and there's a "Warriors" reference.
It is very easy to meet the 'Barbie' films with a lot of dislike and scorn and they are all very lowly rated here despite some favourable reviews. It is understandable to take issue with the dialogue a fair few are ropy in this regard , the predictability of the stories, the odd annoying character, the animation in a few not all are well animated and whether there is enough for adults to keep interest.
Despite not being the main target audience, to me they are mostly better than given credit for, easy to take them for what they are and don't deserve to be dismissed as baby-ish and for little girls only a very narrow minded generalisation.
Are they animation masterpieces? Are they among the best films ever made? Again no. Are they worth watching if taken for what they are? Absolutely for most of them. Most of them look good if not having the polish of studios specialising in computer animation Pixar for one , often great music, good lessons and messages, a good deal of charm, have their heart in the right place and have entertaining characters well voiced some had actors of considerable calibre like Tim Curry, Anjelica Huston, Martin Short and Kelsey Grammar, all of them terrific in their respective outings Curry especially and a likable title character that particularly young girls can relate to.
Is there a preference for the original traditional 'Barbie' films and style? The dialogue as with almost all the later 'Barbie' films, and even in the good ones that are not quite among the best is simplistic and at times forced, even for somebody who doesn't expect a script in a 'Barbie' film to be good. The story is yet another that sees the viewer a step or two ahead of the film in how things are headed with even the messaging at times being a bit repetitive this time round.
The characters do lack depth beyond neatly black and white. There are some beautiful bright colours never excessive here , handsome and imaginative backgrounds and the character designs and movements have natural freedom rather than being stiff.
It's not exactly imaginative and it's not as polished as Pixar, but when you have computer animation that makes you physically ill like the entire output of Video Brinquedo and Spark Plug Entertainment and the sequels to 'The Swan Princess' the CGI ones and 'Alpha and Omega' it's very clear which is better than them and this.
Music is upbeat and fitting, enough to put children and adults alike in a good mood. Nothing generic or too loud or intrusive here. Really enjoyed what was done with the video game concept, there may be not much that's imaginative but the levels are colourful, interesting and fun, the different characters that pop up serve a purpose and are engaging and the emoji virus conflict creates some suspense.
Regarding the story, it is predictable but it is full of energy, cuteness and charm with its heart in the right place the entire time nothing at all mean spirited. It flies by and the action is very much eventful and rarely repetitive, plus it doesn't feel anywhere near as much of a Hodge Podge of tired ideas like a few of the recent 'Barbie' films have been. Throughout, 'Barbie Video Game Hero' is fun-loving and well-intended.
Characters, even with the lack of depth, are engaging and carry the film well. Barbie is likable and resourceful as ever, as well as smart, serving as a good role model for young girls especially. The chemistry between the characters is great too, as is, beyond the repetition and samey nature of the messages themselves important messages but have been covered many times previously in the series the positive messaging that was delivered with the right amount of making-its-point and subtlety.
Voice acting is pretty good and done with a lot of spirit. One may miss Kelly Sheridan, but the new voice actress is a worthy replacement. In summation, colourful undemanding fun that succeeds in what it set out to do and doesn't try to do anything more, while also lacking in a few elements that have been proved to not be strong suits with the recent 'Barbie' films in the first place.
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