Planes: Fire & Rescue

Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures | Release Date: July 18, 2014

5.2	USER SCORE Mixed or average reviews based on 66 Ratings

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Forrestgump1Jul 31, 2014

Going into the latest Disney tent-pole, and the sequel to last summer’s snooze fest (Even by kiddie fare standards), “Planes: Fire & Rescue” I had my fair share of low, and I mean, low expectations. The trailers build this up to be one bigGoing into the latest Disney tent-pole, and the sequel to last summer’s snooze fest (Even by kiddie fare standards), “Planes: Fire & Rescue” I had my fair share of low, and I mean, low expectations. The trailers build this up to be one big sap fest, the first preview had the very good Spencer Lee singing the titular song “Still I Fly”. Which, yes makes it’s way into a slow montage in the film. To be expected, the film is not in the high winds of what it’s animation department is actually capable off. (Have you seen “Frozen?”) . Parents will find the film utterly predictable, but the younger children will more than likely be put in a trance, as soon as Dusty Crophopper swings into the big screen. To say the least I was truly surprised at how much I actually enjoyed this follow up sequel.

Having only been less than a year since we saw the last Planes, Dusty is now a big time celebrity, and world champion. However when his gearbox reluctantly fails -- this causes Dusty to find a new calling, as he most likely will never race again. After a terrible accident leaves his hometown in ruins Dusty takes new leave, and begins investing into the world of firefighting. Serving alongside the heroes he aspires to be.

You may not believe it at first, but there actually is some touching moments sprinkled throughout “Planes: Fire and Rescue”, not to mention, most of the scenery is gorgeous to look at (a vast improvement over the first outing). The directing staff actually studied for months on the actual depths that these firefighters go through. Which truly is showcased in the very cool air stunt sequences, which are easily the film’s greater strengths. Ideally, what propelled the film even further was the addition of a new band of characters, that are superior to the previous entry. Characters that I actually cared about. Of course, with new characters comes with a new cast..lead by Julie Brown (Modern Family) as Lil’ Dipper. Ed Harris, Wes Studi, Hal Holbrook while Dane Cook returned to voice Dusty.

So much went wrong with the first “Planes” that it actually set a low bar for the standards of Disney, and for that I was truly shocked. It has become apparent that this crew saw those faults and drastically altered them. Resulting in a more than passable escapism for the younger crowd..and even slight enjoyment for the adults as well. The film is nowhere near the likes of “LEGO Movie”, “Frozen”, or “How To Train Your Dragon 2”. Running at a smooth 1hr and 15 mins, is just perfect enough to entertain the kids..and not drag down the parents along the way. Everyone leaves feeling satisfied

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By: Nate Adams

Directed By: Roberts Gannaway

Rated: PG
Runtime: 75 mins
Studio: Disney
Release Date: July 18th
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HaithamBJul 28, 2014

Planes: Fire & Rescue is a much improved 3D sequel compared to its predecessor. With a more serious and original storyline. Despite, both movies Planes and its sequel lack some magic that a disney movie should have with its ingredients, andPlanes: Fire & Rescue is a much improved 3D sequel compared to its predecessor. With a more serious and original storyline. Despite, both movies Planes and its sequel lack some magic that a disney movie should have with its ingredients, and both should apparently be straight to video.… Expand

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BlaKDemonaZMar 27, 2015

Seguindo a mesma linha do primeiro filme, a animação mostra mais uma ventura no "universo expandido" de "Carros". Assim como a primeira animação da série, essa também é bem fraca em questão de história. Personagens não carismáticos. Mais umaSeguindo a mesma linha do primeiro filme, a animação mostra mais uma ventura no "universo expandido" de "Carros". Assim como a primeira animação da série, essa também é bem fraca em questão de história. Personagens não carismáticos. Mais uma vez a Disney não acertou na qualidade da animação como um todo, e apenas conseguiu mais um filme genérico para vender brinquedos. Enfim, o que salva é a qualidade visual da animação que está realmente muito bonita. Paisagens legais e cores bonitas. O filme em um todo é melhor que o primeiro, mais ainda está longe do padrão 'Disney' de qualidade. 5/10.… Expand

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MattBrady99Mar 27, 2015

A squeal that nobody wanted, so why did make this movie, I bet Disney thought the first movie was so good that the people riot on the street wanting a squeal. Famous racer Dusty Crophopper gets a wake-up call when he is told his engineA squeal that nobody wanted, so why did make this movie, I bet Disney thought the first movie was so good that the people riot on the street wanting a squeal. Famous racer Dusty Crophopper gets a wake-up call when he is told his engine trouble means his racing days are over. He finds himself going from the racing circuit to aerial firefighting, as he is taken under the wing of veteran Blade Ranger and his team of Smokejumpers. When a massive wildfire hits, Dusty will get his chance to shine and finds out what it means to be a true hero. This movie has colorful animation and so of the jokes was a bit funny this time, and also this movie is better then the first one, but it still has a lot of problems and some charterers were uninteresting in the film.… Expand

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CineAutoctonoDec 22, 2017

"Planes: Fire & Rescue" was a movie that had a better idea of the short saga other than Pixar. The story was regular, and the characters have improved their level a bit, but this saga is already dismissed after its first tape.

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EpicLadySpongeMay 1, 2016

Fun and organic as a standalone installment and can obviously beat the original Planes as a franchise installment, but it still needs a long way to go to get to the positives.

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FuturedirectorApr 25, 2016

Planes II is more colored than the original but it continue having a boring story-telling and unremarkable characters, with a bad premise and, of course, empty of reasons for form part of the Pixar universe. Almost none audiences will likePlanes II is more colored than the original but it continue having a boring story-telling and unremarkable characters, with a bad premise and, of course, empty of reasons for form part of the Pixar universe. Almost none audiences will like this other sorry film of Disney.… Expand

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JacobMay 19, 2015

Planes Fire & Rescue is an unnecessary sequel that will entertain children but no one else. There’s nothing wrong with the film and its not awful but it lacks any mass appeal. Outside of looking at the pleasant animation there isn’t much toPlanes Fire & Rescue is an unnecessary sequel that will entertain children but no one else. There’s nothing wrong with the film and its not awful but it lacks any mass appeal. Outside of looking at the pleasant animation there isn’t much to grab this film. Non toddlers will be able to put the story together quickly and the characters don’t offer much. It is slightly more engaging than the first in that I didn’t want to shut it off but I was so tired while watching that it doesn’t make much of a difference. Unless you have kids there’s no reason to see this film. If you are stuck watching it you won’t be sitting through anything dreadful like The Nut Job but there’s little to engage the older mind so if you have to take a nap or have this on for them not you. Hopefully we won’t have to suffer anymore of these Cars spin off films.… Expand

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alexito660Jul 25, 2014

I think, that this movie is not a "Great film". It's a film made for child. If you and your son go to see it, your son or dauther,cgonna like it, but you don't. It's a bad film to adults. For adults you gonna born in the movie. But this movieI think, that this movie is not a "Great film". It's a film made for child. If you and your son go to see it, your son or dauther,cgonna like it, but you don't. It's a bad film to adults. For adults you gonna born in the movie. But this movie have a good animation.… Expand

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darrenktyNov 20, 2014

stupidly boring movie.....ermmm our whole family nearly slept while watching this movie and some movies like Wreck It Ralph or Frozen OR BIG HERO 6 could beat this movie!

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