On DVD and Blu Ray - "The Lego Movie" - (2014) - I wasn't too keen on seeing this in theaters but recently relented with the positive feedback (and a bit of ribbing) from friends- what I found was a bizarre, but fun and unexpectedly ambitious animated venture that had me hooked for the entirety of its run-time. I enjoyed the myriad of "cameos" throughout and found the animation sharp and impressive- it may take multiple viewings to catch all of the onscreen proceedings, though.
Chris Pratt stars as the unremarkable but amenable construction worker, "Emmet"- he's apparently the chosen one depicted in a prophecy that will save all of Lego Land from the tyrannical rule of Will Ferrell's "Lord Business"... hell, I didn't even mind Ferrell's involvement, and that's saying something.
One of my many celebrity crushes, Elizabeth Banks, "co-stars" here, lending her voice to the character "Wild-Style"- I imagine listening to her recite a dictionary would prove to be a thrill. I'd also love to see the behind-the-scenes footage of Liam Neeson's "Good Cop/Bad Cop" routine...now that should be some hilarious stuff.
Too bad Warner Brothers couldn't intermingle any Marvel characters with all of their DC heroes and it was some kind of super cool to hear Billy Dee Williams "reprise" his role of "Lando Frickin' Calrissian"!
A late film revelation gives a few layers of added depth and substantial poignancy to the film- it was more than I bargained for. Overall, The Lego Movie is a pleasant experience that provides ample spectacle, doesn't overstay it's welcome and has plenty of good, clean chuckles.
Recommended
8.5 out of 10
Director: Phil Lord & Christopher Miller
Vocal Talent: Chris Pratt, Will Ferrell, Elizabeth Banks, Will Arnett, Nick Offerman, Alison Brie, Charlie Day, Liam Neeson and Morgan Freeman
Run-Time: 100 minutes
MPAA: Rated PG for mild action and rude humor
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