"Wreck-It Ralph" (PG)
Directed by: Rich Moore.
Starring (voices only): John C.Reilly, Sarah Silverman and Jane Lynch.
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Wreck-It Ralph is a villain in a arcade video game, who after years of playing the bad guy, he decides that needs a change.As Ralph goes on an epic quest to become a good guy, he disrupts the peace and tranquility of all the other games.Can his friends bring him home?
The idea of "Wreck It Ralph" began in the mid 1980`s under the name of "Joe Jump" and "High Score". Director Rich Moore always loved Disney and frequently envisaged him directing a feature length movie about Arcade Games. Rich was always friends with John Lasseter and John frequently asked Rich to join him at Pixar/Disney Studios. Unfortunately, Rich would always decline the offer and spent time Directing episodes of The Simpsons; his most notable work involving "The Simpsons" would be the episode named "Marge V.S The Monorail". Rich then spent time Directing and animating episodes of "Futurama". But when thew show was axed, Rich finally took up a job at Pixar/Disney Studios. Production finally began on Wreck-It Ralph in two-thousand and eight."Wreck-It Ralph" is in many ways,completely original; with the ability to use high profile characters (such as Clyde from the game "Pacman") which is justified by the narrative. "Wreck-It Ralph" could have a been a massive disappointment for many people, including the fans of Retro 80`s games. The film never ceases to entertain, with large bursts of color and charm that is rare in many recent Disney films. In the second act, "Wreck-It Ralph" begins to lose it`s charge and starts to power down, although the ending is satisfying. "Wreck-It Ralph" could have been slightly shorter as some children may become frustrated towards the end, although the more intelligent children will happily watch "Wreck-It Ralph" set to repeat.
John C.Reilly lends his voice talents to play the character, Wreck-It Ralph; who is at times a depressed villain, but Reilly gives much needed charm to his creation and is thoroughly entertaining to watch. Sarah Silverman voices Vannelope Von Schweetz, a young girl stuck in the game called "Sugar Rush" who is regarded as a `glitch` and cannot leave the game. However, Vannelope is a joy to watch and generally a fun character. While listening to the voice of Vannelope, it was hard to understand that it`s Sarah Silverman talking!
"Wreck-It Ralph" is undoubtedly one of the best Disney offerings in recent years, including a delightful cast, beautiful set pieces and the ability to capture your imagination. Definitely a film for the family during half-term!
4 stars.
Written by Scott Gentry.
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