Megamind and why I always root for the villains, underdogs etc.
3D movies are starting to get more interesting lately. There was a time when I wouldn’t even bother, since I didn’t really appreciate 3D (even in my video games) up until James Cameron’s Avatar and Toy Story 3. Anyway, due to my need to unwind, I ended up lining up for Megamind
I loved every second of it! Will Ferrell as the misunderstood villain and Brad Pitt as the narcissistic super hero are nothing short of brilliant. I was not prepared to find myself relating to Megamind’s childhood experiences. As a kid, I had to go through numerous bullies and I always fought back…so basically, the bullies would either end up with bloodied noses or totally without their front teeth. Aaaaaand I would end up in the principal’s office, not given a chance to explain my side because hey, I was not the one with the bloodied nose or missing teeth. (Take note, they were mostly boys. I kind of find it hilarious now, imagining how a little girl was berated by the principal for beating up a bunch of rowdy boys.) Of course, that’s not exactly what happened to Megamind, but I know what it’s like to feel left out or to be on the other of the fence.
I guess this is also the same reason why I sympathize with Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall
Anyway, besides Pitt and Ferrell, Tina Fey as frequently kidnapped reporter Roxanne Ritchie, is just as witty and awe-inspiring. I absolutely loved the characters’ interaction, the dialogues, plus the animators’ attention to detail (well, there were a few things here and there — like glitchy walk cycles — but they’re negligible to non-animators and would likely be improved in the DVD release).
Catch this on the big screen if you still can. Highly recommended!
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Krizia =D
November 17, 2010 at 2:50 amHi! did you watch at Imax moa or sm north? cos we're planning to watch as well, thanks for the review!=)
skysenshi
November 17, 2010 at 6:36 amHi, Krizia!
G4 actually, at a regular cinema. I'm not a huge fan of stereoscopic 3D kasi eh. 😀
Yapo Nightroad
November 17, 2010 at 10:44 amWe were at G4 today miss! like just after our webdev class hehehe ^________^ Will watch that movie this saturday! <3
skysenshi
November 17, 2010 at 10:41 pmSana pinanood mo na right after. 😀
Maco
November 18, 2010 at 3:11 amSounds interesting, I've been meaning to watch this.
I shall watch this with my girl sa saturday 😀
skysenshi
November 18, 2010 at 3:13 amHave fun! 😀
dementedchris
November 18, 2010 at 2:42 pmBully ka pala! LOL.
I'm really looking forward to this! I agree that Will Ferrell and Brad Pitt were perfectly cast. But I might skip the 3D; I never got the hang of using 3D glasses above my own! Haha. 🙂
skysenshi
November 18, 2010 at 10:56 pmAko yung binubully, pero di ako nagpapabully…napapahamak tuloy ako. LOL!
Yup! Skip the 3D. I told my classmate that these aren't friendly to our old eyes, plus you might not appreciate the details because you'd be seeing double-vision.
Passionate Blogger
November 19, 2010 at 3:30 amI haven't watched the movie but I might just buy the DVD once it's out. I have never opted for 3D versions of any movie because I can't get use to 3D – I'm also still not comfortable with HD.
skysenshi
November 20, 2010 at 1:17 am@Passionate Blogger
True! I always opt for the non-3D. I hate wearing the glasses because I feel so distracted by them. I really don't like it when cinemas don't make non-3D versions available. First of all, 3D is more expensive and second, it's like you're paying for the hype more than the enjoyment…
skysenshi
February 16, 2011 at 11:25 amHave fun! 😀
skysenshi
February 16, 2011 at 11:25 amHi, Krizia!
G4 actually, at a regular cinema. I'm not a huge fan of stereoscopic 3D kasi eh. 😀