You understand why this man is king in those moments, but you still laugh for most of the film.ħ) Was Pixar ever subtle with their references, or was I just too stupid to get them as a kid? Towards the end of the film when he thinks his wife is dead Connolly is able to show some great grief and focus through his portrayal as the Scot. He’s so funny and his voice has such life to it that its a wonderful part to isolate for this movie. Originally posted by tana-the-dreamchaserĬonnolly is a master comedian and honestly I’m laughing just looking at this GIF of Fergus I’m using. It represents not only the film’s Scottish setting but also Merida’s sense of adventure quite well. I like Elinor mostly because of the journey she goes on through the film, and i think Thompson does a nice job in the part.ĥ) “Touch the Sky” by Julie Fowlis is a nice first song to feature in the film. It is easy to see where Merida gets her ferocity from as Thompson plays Elinor with the same sense of strength and even gets moments to show off some nice humor. You are able to understand that Elinor is trying to come from a place of love and caring for Merida, even if you don’t agree with her actions (which I don’t). She has had experience before in Treasure Planet and would do voice over work again in this year’s Beauty and the Beast, and she imbues Elinor with the same great sense of character as she does her other parts. Thompson is a fine voice over actress (not fine as in mediocre but fine as in fine wine). I can’t imagine ANYONE else playing Merida quite as spectacularly as Macdonald does. Reese Witherspoon was originally cast in the part but dropped out because of her accent problems I think (not 100% sure) and honestly - while I love Reese Witherspoon - I’m so glad she did. I mean it’s mind blowing! The actress is able to capture the princess’s youthful vigor, stubbornness, struggles with her mother, love for her family, and sense of adventure all…perfectly! There is no Macdonald there is only Merida. There are so few voice over actors who so perfectly represents their characters as perfectly as Macdonald does Merida. We also get a nice introduction to Mordu and the wisps. It is that relationship with her mother which allows for juxtaposition of their more flawed relationship in the rest of the film. We get a clear sense of the relationship between Merida and her parents, specifically her mother. But I really like it!Ģ) The entire prologue works very well for the film.
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Through one girl’s transformative journey led by three celestial guides, we discover that strength comes from embracing one’s individuality and that the best way to triumph over fear is to travel by one’s own light.Ī Wrinkle in Time opens in theaters on March 9, 2018.Was it a movie I saw since August 22nd, 2009: Yes, #166.ġ) Like a lot of post Toy Story 3 Pixar movies, Brave gets some crap from people for not being as brilliant as movies like Up. The spot also shares many of the imaginative worlds Meg and her companions will visit.įrom visionary director Ava DuVernay comes Disney’s “A Wrinkle in Time,” an epic adventure based on Madeleine L’Engle’s timeless classic which takes audiences across dimensions of time and space, examining the nature of darkness versus light and, ultimately, the triumph of love. The new trailer comes on the heels of a behind the scenes look into the filming of A Wrinkle in Time and outlines the plot in greater detail than we’ve previously seen. Their journey introduces them to three magical witches played by Winfrey, Reese Witherspoon, and Mindy Kaling, who help guide them through many trials along the way. Along with her little brother Charles Wallace (Deric McCab) and friend Calvin (Levi Miller) she goes on an adventure through different worlds in order to find her missing father. Meg Murry (Reid) has had trouble accepting the disappearance of her father (Chris Pine), and it affects all facets of her life. And A Wrinkle in Time is shaping up to be a winner for Disney and could signal the arrival of new franchise spearheaded by none other than Storm Reid. The catalyst for this brave and empowering movie? Director Ava DuVernay and her vision of inclusion. She has been a captivating talent for years and now has gotten her chance at a major motion picture. Are you ready?įew lines have as much power for change as the ones spoken from Oprah Winfrey in the latest trailer for A Wrinkle in Time: “We are in search of warriors.