Hello Kiddies!! So, of course after the holiday weekend (Fourth of July), it is time to get back into our daily routines, but I am finally able to write yet another entry.
So, shall we?
As a treat for 4th of July, the Hubby and I (with our Munchkin) decided to finally catch 'Finding Dory' in theaters, so as you guys can imagine, this is my opinion piece of the movie.
So, shall we?
As a treat for 4th of July, the Hubby and I (with our Munchkin) decided to finally catch 'Finding Dory' in theaters, so as you guys can imagine, this is my opinion piece of the movie.
- Although it was a bit less funny than the original, it was definitely more of an emotional journey, not just for Dory but for Marlin & Nemo as well. Throughout the film, we are taken on a rollercoaster ride from funny moments, to tender and back again to charming events. It has a well balanced pace, which makes it not too slow or fast.
- Dory is not an ecstatic character in this film. Finding Nemo, Dory was the charming comic relief for the more tense parts of the film. With her childlike wonder and whimsy, she teaches (inavertedly) Marlin, to let go a bit and let his son grow up, despite the perils that await him. In this film, she still has the childlike whimsy, but there is an earnest feeling to her, even a bit of a need to find a place and people that she belongs to. Throughout the film, she becomes more assertive and sure of herself by the end. She embraces herself and no longer is afraid of "forgetting' because she no longers sees it as a "crutch" but a part of who she is and embraces her "uniqueness."
- There is a strong theme throughout the film, which is acceptance of ourselves no matter what difficulties we are born with. Dory even brings the other character's courage to face their 'disabilities'and embrace who they are, in order to overcome their obstacles and help her in her journey. Bailey the Beluga, at the beginning of the movie cannot echo-locate, but with help from Dory and his willingness to help her, he is able to overcome his shortcomings, and finally, assert himself and re-activate his echo-location. So does Destiny, the near blind shark whale who is blind as a bat. Despite bumping into things cosntantly, near the end of the film, she takes a leap of faith and embraces herself in order to help Dory and her friends.
(Source: teaser-trailer.com)
- Introduction of new characters, was well placed, made the characters endearing and they were useful for the story-telling. They also had very good chemistry with Marlin, Nemo and Dory. Specially Hank, the Seven-pus (Octopus) who at first seems only self-serving, but at the end we find out that he is a sweet and misunderstood character. Ed O'Neil's sarcasm and wit meshes well with Ellen's silliness.
- The comedic moments were not overused and were well timed and were an added bonus to ease off the tension from vital parts.
- There are a couple of resounding themes in this move, which are the sense of belonging, family and embracing ones short comings in order to find the courage to do even more impossible things.
I definitely enjoyed the movie and absolutely recommend it. it is heart-warming, funny, with a very solid entertaining storyline.
For those who have seen it already, what are your thoughts? Let me know in the comment section below!
Til' next time!
For those who have seen it already, what are your thoughts? Let me know in the comment section below!
Til' next time!
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