Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures | Release Date: November 25, 2015
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Luka2008Dec 4, 2015
Doesn't Feel Like A Pixar Movie [average CGI, silly storyline...worst Pixar movie I'v seen so far]
Most of the reason I saw this movie is because I will always watch a Pixar movie despite the fact that they have mess up quite a bit lately.
Doesn't Feel Like A Pixar Movie [average CGI, silly storyline...worst Pixar movie I'v seen so far]
Most of the reason I saw this movie is because I will always watch a Pixar movie despite the fact that they have mess up quite a bit lately. This movie, in my opinion, is more proof to show that Pixar has sort of lost it. Thanks to Inside Out, I will still give Pixar movies a fair chance in the future, but if they end up like this movie, I will no longer be giving Pixar a good name. Below average, will be forgotten very soon.
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RhiannonmorfinDec 3, 2015
Pixar devotes a great amount of time creating their animated movies, and it is apparent in the quality of films that are produced. With animation so good in The Good Dinosaur, I constantly questioned if I was watching real footage rather thanPixar devotes a great amount of time creating their animated movies, and it is apparent in the quality of films that are produced. With animation so good in The Good Dinosaur, I constantly questioned if I was watching real footage rather than fictional scenery. Although the picture itself in The Good Dinosaur is stunning, the plot and story line is immature and basic. By no means is this a groundbreaking Pixar movie that can compare to there past creations such as Finding Nemo, Monsters Inc, ect. But the film is playful and charming to say the least! It is a refreshing story in which two unlikely characters meet and take off on a rollercoaster of an adventure meeting new animals and learning new lessons along the way. They eventually expand and further the unknown characteristics within themselves, such as courage and hope! Overall, the story is touching and takes you on a (mostly) predictable ride, where the settings look extremely realistic. Disney and Pixar are successful once again in creating a story both enjoyable to adults and children of all ages, this is a must see film for those with young ones who are up for an amazing adventure. Expand
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samichsupernovaDec 2, 2015
I'm really conflicted on this one. On the one hand, the photo-realistic landscapes are stunningly gorgeous and there are some shots (the setting sun and the T-Rex ranchers) that will take your breath away. Some of the best moments in thisI'm really conflicted on this one. On the one hand, the photo-realistic landscapes are stunningly gorgeous and there are some shots (the setting sun and the T-Rex ranchers) that will take your breath away. Some of the best moments in this film are told cinematically, without any dialogue whatsoever.

On the other hand, the story is so basic and the beats so predictable that most adults will have checked out by the time the film takes its sweet time winding down to its conclusion, which seems more like a relief than a revelation.

Don't get me wrong, there are some seriously quality scenes (the campfire with the T-Rexes, the way Arlo learns to swim, the 'howling' scene) but the whole is way less than the sum of its parts (some of which strongly resemble "The Lion King" and "The Land Before Time", both of which are clearly better films). Director Pete Sohn does his best and nails the visual tone poem side of things, but there's really only so far you can take this bare-bones coming-of-age-and-overcoming-your-fears story, especially since Pixar's "storyboard-by-committee" technique has lately resulted in their films playing it super safe so that the message translates into global box office. I'm fine with people all over the world being able to relate to their films on a deep level, but when shooting for the lowest common denominator gets to the point of robbing the work of personality and leaving the audience with a third act that runs on cruise control, it's time to dial it back a notch.

When your kid-friendly dinosaur film gets most of its personality from characters' accents, that's when you know the fact that your leads are actual DINOSAURS is underutilized and under-emphasized (throughout, the movie plays it straight, treating dinosaurs as Wild West-era Americans, and Spot as a kind of dog-human hybrid). The lead, Arlo, is actually one of the film's big problems, because the kid that voices him is so annoying I wanted to walk into the voice recording booth and shove a sock in his mouth.

Also, just so you all know, the dinosaurs are not meant to represent actual dinosaurs, but rather dinosaurs as they might have been in something likely closer to modern times had they not been wiped out.

I have been a Pixar fan since the beginning, but after "Up", their output has been really uneven, with the exception of "Inside Out", which was really well put-together but did not portray the workings of the brain with anything resembling reality. With "The Good Dinosaur," if Pixar either eschewed a script altogether and made an experimental dialogue-free film that emphasized the landscapes and mise-en-scene, or cranked out a halfway decent script that wasn't riddled with cliches, this might have even been deserving of being ranked with the likes of "Wall-E" and "Finding Nemo". Instead, it's just slightly better than "Brave" and "Cars 2".

I am giving this a 6 because I felt like it could have been so much more. Everything about this film is a missed opportunity. It was a waste of some beautiful backgrounds to pair them up with such ugly character designs, a waste of great voice talent by having them recite a script that nearly put me to sleep, and a waste of the time of their adult audience members, whose kids will probably enjoy this film once or twice but quickly get bored.
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sanserifDec 1, 2015
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I admit this review might be sort of unfair. Why? Because I fell asleep somewhere in the middle. But hey-- that's not a great sign is it??

What makes this film unique and interesting? It starts and ends with the premise. "What if the Dinosaurs survived? What happens then?" Apparently, not much! I don't even know how the premise relates to the actual story... If altering the course of the earth and creating a parallel universe was all just so some little kid could meet up with a dinosaur and become 'sorta friends'.. then I'm sorry, that's just a total waste of a premise.

From there on, you can approach this film two ways: Frustratingly illogical... or just incredibly bland and repetitive. I understand the production underwent a lot of revisions/problems and there were probably 30 uncredited writers on the film. It definitely shows. It feels safe and at times lacking strong direction or purpose. Why's the main character the 'Good' Dinosaur anyway? What did he do that was so good? And why the hell are they farming?? How the hell did they figure out how to farm? How many animals are smart enough to start farming? Why not give them blue jeans and eyeglasses while you're at it?

The worst was the last scene, that was begging to be a tear jerker; in the end the dinosaur and the kid can't be together. The kid needs to be taken in by some RANDOM FAMILY THAT HE NEVER MET IN HIS LIFE. Why would you leave this kid with a bunch of strangers, that for all we know could be cannibals?? Why can't he just stay with his dinosaur friend? Because they don't look the same? Isn't that called segregation?

Ohhh I know. Because they want to make it all sad and touchy-feely. Fine. Whatever. I'm tearing up because of how hard it's trying. It's pathetic. And it's just a terrible message.

Aside from the story, I was not very impressed with the characters designs (aside from maybe the little cave boy) or art direction. They just felt super basic and unoriginal. A lot of the secondary characters felt like they were lifted right out of Ice Age. Sure, the environments felt super realistic and golly gee whiz, that sure is a great accomplishment. Technically. But c'mon.. how about being creative with things? If I want to see a photo realistic flower... I'll watch National Geographic. You just spent millions of dollars trying to make a 3D tree look like a real tree... why not just shoot video of a real tree if that's what you want. Ugh.

The Croods (2013) may have had it's flaws, but it was so much better on every level. Go watch that instead.
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TVJerryDec 1, 2015
This takes place in a different Wild West: One in which the dinosaurs are not extinct, but are farmers. One young dino gets lost and has adventures that help him conquer his fears. Along the way he befriends a caveboy. This movie's greatestThis takes place in a different Wild West: One in which the dinosaurs are not extinct, but are farmers. One young dino gets lost and has adventures that help him conquer his fears. Along the way he befriends a caveboy. This movie's greatest asset is the stunning landscapes. Not only are they gorgeous, but look completely realistic. On the other hand, the creatures have a more stylistic cartoon look, which is a bit of a mismatch. This is also the darkest film in the studio's history (lots of danger and death) and it rambles into weird territory (literally and figuratively). Despite its flaws, it still manages to some sweet characters and a gentle lesson. Pixar most unusual short plays before the feature: "Sanjay's Super Team" is about an Indian boy who intersperses his superheroes with Hindu gods. Expand
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NickLikesMoviesNov 30, 2015
"The Good Dinosaur" is breathtakingly gorgeous and tells an incredibly emotional and heartfelt tale. The ending is abrupt, but i'd be lying if I said it didn't make me tear up. One of the most watchable films of the year, a great time at the movies.
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TheBigDealNov 30, 2015
I saw this movie because I went to a double feature that showed this before Creed. I usually like
Pixar movies, but this one seemed very generic. It kind seemed like a dull mixture of what I remember from Land Before Time (haven't seen
I saw this movie because I went to a double feature that showed this before Creed. I usually like
Pixar movies, but this one seemed very generic. It kind seemed like a dull mixture of what I remember from Land Before Time (haven't seen since I was a kid) and Lion King. Towards the end I just kept looking at the time waiting for it to be over so I can watch Creed. If you have kids, sure take them to see it. Just don't be expecting to be entertained as an adult.
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chrismovieguyNov 30, 2015
ok took ,my sister to see this movie last night and it was a high emotional journy 'on every level ' first u were laughing then crying then doing both all over agin it shows what a true friendship can be it was too sweet for words i cant helpok took ,my sister to see this movie last night and it was a high emotional journy 'on every level ' first u were laughing then crying then doing both all over agin it shows what a true friendship can be it was too sweet for words i cant help but suggest this movie to anyone and everyone sweet family fun for almost all ages just be careful with really small kidos Expand
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mrtewNov 29, 2015
I used to love most Pixar movies but this one is just weird. Not only do I not feel it's appropriate for kids I don't even feel it's appropriate for adults. It seems like it's trying to teach a lesson but the only less I got was that youI used to love most Pixar movies but this one is just weird. Not only do I not feel it's appropriate for kids I don't even feel it's appropriate for adults. It seems like it's trying to teach a lesson but the only less I got was that you need to kill people when your dad tells you to or you're a wimp that is basically responsible if your family dies. It made even less sense than that when I was in the theatre. It's like the movie makers were on weird drugs and had only read about the real world in comic books. The animation was really impressive but the story was truly twisted and nonsensical with on random disconnected scene after another ending with the longest goodbye scene yet put on film. No more 'kids' films for me! Wow. Expand
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NerdConsultantNov 29, 2015
The Good Dinosaur is a good family film with a couple minor issues, and while I don’t feel it quite beats its predecessor Inside Out, it’s still a good movie and I would really recommend taking your family to see it this Christmas if theyThe Good Dinosaur is a good family film with a couple minor issues, and while I don’t feel it quite beats its predecessor Inside Out, it’s still a good movie and I would really recommend taking your family to see it this Christmas if they haven’t got Star Wars tickets. It feels like one of those films played at Christmas to give you a warm good hearted feel and that’s down to its good plot, great characters and its gorgeous animation even if the designs do feel like they slightly clash. It’s not the most original film in the world, but it’s well made, well directed and it’s clearly made with a lot of heart and soul and is designed to entertain both the kids and the adults watching. Keep an eye out for this film because I reckon it will stick around for a while. While the 3D is good and it had some good moments, though it’s hardly essential. The only major negative I had with this film was that its villains felt a bit tacked on and unnecessary. Expand
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zmgalen2000Nov 28, 2015
Ok, I honestly do not get what the mixed and negative comments are all about-because this movie was breathtaking. This movie not only left you on your edge of your seat through Arlo's wild journey, but it also warmed your heart, and made youOk, I honestly do not get what the mixed and negative comments are all about-because this movie was breathtaking. This movie not only left you on your edge of your seat through Arlo's wild journey, but it also warmed your heart, and made you cry your eyes out. Every single time I walk out of a Disney movie, I always say the same thing: "I knew it would be good, but not that good", and let me tell you, this time was certainly no exception. I get easily moved by movies, but hardly ever cry. In this movie, I actually cried at the beauty, symbolism, and heart-warming feels which Disney and Pixar surely delivered on. Honestly, this is a great movie for kids and adults to see, as there is something for everyone, and surely a movie which will leave you wanting more. Expand
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MattyiceNov 28, 2015
After the visual masterpiece that is Inside Out, I thought Pixar had returned completely back to form, but its "new" directors continue to bring the company and its films down. The Good Dinosaur is not a film worthy of the Pixar name. EvenAfter the visual masterpiece that is Inside Out, I thought Pixar had returned completely back to form, but its "new" directors continue to bring the company and its films down. The Good Dinosaur is not a film worthy of the Pixar name. Even though its animation is gorgeous and the relationship between Arlo and his human companion Spot is great, it struggles strongly in the story department. The film feels very formulaic and I became generally disinterested in it about 45 minutes in. It also has very simple themes which don't stand up, even in comparison to Pixar's worst films. It's a cute movie, but far from a great one due to its unoriginal and bland story. Pixar needs to utilize its vets rather than giving projects to its rookie directors. Expand
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ColeSoderstromNov 28, 2015
I've always had a soft spot for Pixar movies and I went into this with high expectations. I was not disappointed but it is definitely not as good as some other features they have made like toy story and up, but this film is still very funI've always had a soft spot for Pixar movies and I went into this with high expectations. I was not disappointed but it is definitely not as good as some other features they have made like toy story and up, but this film is still very fun like every Pixar movies. The backdrops look very very realalistic but the characters are very cartoony like they are in every Pixar movie and I like that. I thought the story was just ok. Not great but not bad just great. It is worth checking out but I don't think it stands out next to the other Pixar movies. Expand
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FoxUSANov 28, 2015
The Good Dinosaur is a visually stunning film that departs from the Pixar way of telling stories. This film had many moments that pushed the story telling envelope to far. From characters eating other animals on screen, to characters gettingThe Good Dinosaur is a visually stunning film that departs from the Pixar way of telling stories. This film had many moments that pushed the story telling envelope to far. From characters eating other animals on screen, to characters getting high by eating old fruit. I do not believe Peter Sohn has the ability to tell a story in a Pixar way. Pixars other films are relaxed, optimistic and generally playful. This movie was not. It had a rapid successions of peaks and valleys with disturbing story elements mixed in. I hope this is an exception not an example for content we expect from Disney and Pixar. Expand
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AxeTNov 28, 2015
I'm starting to think it's me and not Pixar. The magic is mostly gone and it may not be their fault. Was it the novelty of the CG animation in all its newness that eventually wore away over 20 years? Have all the spins on familiarI'm starting to think it's me and not Pixar. The magic is mostly gone and it may not be their fault. Was it the novelty of the CG animation in all its newness that eventually wore away over 20 years? Have all the spins on familiar archetypal stories been used up? Has the wit become par for the course? I don't know exactly, but while I can see nothing particularly wrong with this movie, it didn't hold my interest strongly either. All the elements seem to be in place and as astutely executed as ever with stunning visual detail and clever humor throughout. The over-arching story is so familiar though. This time it comes off as been there done that once too often, but for kids it's still great I'm sure. The best of Pixar works exceedingly well for all. Expand
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TrilobiteGNov 28, 2015
What separates the good dinosaur from inside out, and why it is better than inside out, is the ballsy brutality that this dinosaur, Arlo, faces, the pain he suffers is naturalistic and bruising. So the climactic end is nothing short of heartWhat separates the good dinosaur from inside out, and why it is better than inside out, is the ballsy brutality that this dinosaur, Arlo, faces, the pain he suffers is naturalistic and bruising. So the climactic end is nothing short of heart pounding. I really also enjoyed how they chose stylised american accents to make this journey seem like a USA road trip. Some T-rex's from Texas and some Pterodactyls straight from the likes of Fargo. And talk about an lushly animated environment to drool over, a flaw may come from a slight contrast with the cartoonish dinosaurs and the script doesn't delve into anything that complex, although there are some truly heart found messages. Expand
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cadoverNov 27, 2015
If, like me, you rush to the theater in anticipation of the latest Pixar release, the Good Dinosaur is like a stab to the heart. There is just so much wrong: horrifying cliches that are usually never found in Pixar movies, 1-dimensional 'badIf, like me, you rush to the theater in anticipation of the latest Pixar release, the Good Dinosaur is like a stab to the heart. There is just so much wrong: horrifying cliches that are usually never found in Pixar movies, 1-dimensional 'bad guys' who appear and disappear on a whim, a wide-hipped matronly mother complete with sashaying waddle who is helpless without her strong husband, and worst of all, our beloved dinosaur whose constant tripping over his feet starts to get on your nerves so you kind of hate him by the end. A primitive mess that panders to the lowest common denominator of audiences.
A 'relevation' it is not.
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MrMovieBuffNov 27, 2015
It's mainly in the title, Pixar's 16th feature 'The Good Dinosaur' is...well...good! Let's start from the simple points...

...The story mainly focuses on a family of dinosaurs which mainly consists of a father (voiced by Jeffery Wright), a
It's mainly in the title, Pixar's 16th feature 'The Good Dinosaur' is...well...good! Let's start from the simple points...

...The story mainly focuses on a family of dinosaurs which mainly consists of a father (voiced by Jeffery Wright), a mother (Frances McDormand) and three little children...the main one is Arlo (Raymond Ochoa).

Arlo is pretty much like any Disney or Pixar protagonist you have seen before...a vulnerable little boy who is scared and inexperienced in life and the outside world. The story is essentially 'The Lion King' (1994) and 'Finding Nemo' (2003).

Arlo ends up missing long away from home and finds a young toddler boy who he befriends throughout his journey as they try to survive finding food and keeping away from the storm.

Arlo ends up coming across a T-Rex family, the lead who is the father named Butch (Sam Elliott) that teaches Arlo that there is nothing wrong with being scared, as long as you survive, then you will be fine.

'The Good Dinosaur' is pretty pain-by-numbers in terms of storytelling...it isn't as inventive as Pixar's previous feature 'Inside Out' (2015), a movie that nearly brought me to tears (and I rated it 10/10). Like I said earlier...it's similar to 'The Lion King' (1994) and 'Finding Nemo' (2003), the fact that it focuses on a father-and-son relationship and the son goes on an adventure to go from a boy to a man.

It's a good feature debut for director Peter Sohn, who directed the short 'Partly Cloudy' (2009). Sohn may not be among the Pixar juggernauts like John Lasseter, Pete Docter, Andrew Stanton and Brad Bird...but he could end up getting better after a couple of more features.

All in all, 'The Good Dinosaur' is good Pixar fare...it may not be up there with 'Toy Story' (1995), 'Finding Nemo' (2003), 'The Incredibles' (2004) or even 'Inside Out' (2015)...but it is certainly better than 'Cars 2' (2011) and 'Brave' (2012)...however...it's a movie with great animation, great music and the funny moments are funny, and the sad moments are sad...like most Pixar films.
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michael1208Nov 27, 2015
Simple, straightforward and predictable, the second Pixar's production of the year might not be creative as usual, appear to be familiar and formulaic plot but overall still has no problem to become a holiday enjoyment of the young and theSimple, straightforward and predictable, the second Pixar's production of the year might not be creative as usual, appear to be familiar and formulaic plot but overall still has no problem to become a holiday enjoyment of the young and the old one. The main part of the story sets between human and the dinosaur based on a reversed formula which the dinosaur talks; it is a smooth A to Z educational animation which is filled with a lot of positive values that intends to influence the young adults. Presented in colorful photorealistic sets, it is visually stunning and there are certainly some beautiful scenes without any single dialogue, which effectively works well just like Wall-E, together with satisfying scores from academy awards winner Mychael Danna (Life of Pi). The adventure of grow and learn, cherishing family bonding and appreciating the value of friendship are the three major elements of usual Pixar's trademark, not only adorable, charming and family-friendly, but also emotionally engaging at certain times that might challenge audiences tear holding power.

Short Film: Sanjay's Super Team
Similar to the film, strong family bonding element in between the father and son, effectively presented without dialogue (except final scene), strong culture element and creatively featuring Gods as superheroes warriors.
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WannaBMWNov 27, 2015
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Good Dinosaur, Bad Movie?
OK, OK, “The Good Dinosaur” was not really a bad movie. But Disney/Pixar, and we the public audience along with it, have set the bar pretty high for its films. When “Finding Nemo” was announced, I scoffed at the idea of a movie about the ocean and a couple fish. I watched it, and it became one of my favorite movies. “Toy Story 3” came out years after its predecessors, and it brought along a darker tone and heavier moments, but it all worked so well and we felt like we were continuing life’s journey with the favorite childhood toy characters again. I generally liked all Pixar/Disney movies, to varying degrees. That being said, I definitely had high hopes for “The Good Dinosaur.” After all, dinosaurs alone sound more exciting than a couple of fish in the sea, right?

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“The Good Dinosaur” (TGD) has its moments. There are the clear values of family and the life lesson of growing up and facing your fears (seriously, that is mentioned aloud how many times in the movie?). There are the emotional, tear-jerking scenes. There is character development and growth (to an extent) in an obvious plotline.
But something about “TGD” was different. What sticks out the most is the portrayal of the human characters in this alternate universe. Some may call it dehumanizing, because that’s exactly what it is. But that word only makes sense in a world where we have become the top intellectual species. It’s humbling (and amusing) to think of what might have been if the history of the Earth had taken a different path. So I could suspend the awkward feelings I initially had when I first saw Spot, thinking it would ultimately teach a lesson about us humans in the world (just as “Wall-E” criticized society). But I doubt TGD meant anything more by it than I already mentioned; it was just an alternate universe where humans did not come out on top.

There were a lot of scenes atypical of Disney/Pixar movies. They caught me by surprise. The movie didn’t seem completely kid-friendly, a notion validated by its “PG” rating. There were barbaric moments, including Spot with the bug’s head and Thunderclaw with the “free critter.” I really had to ask myself, “Is this really a Disney/Pixar movie?? This movie just keeps getting weirder.” So by the time Spot took a chunk out of Thunderclaw’s wing, I was unfazed. Then there was the moment with the bad fruit/psychedelic/drug-suggesting scene. Was that really necessary??

Ultimately, TGD ended too soon for me. Not as in “this movie is so good I need more of it!” but rather, it felt incomplete. Personally, I didn’t experience catharsis (the emotional release you feel at the end of a story/movie when everything is resolved). I still had questions, and I’m not sure I was OK with how everything worked out. Arlo’s “Poppa” died, and Arlo no longer blamed it on Spot. I’m guessing Arlo realized that if he hadn’t been afraid to do his “job” earlier, his father would still be alive. So Arlo realizes the blame lies largely with him and his fears. But his job was to MURDER a critter (Spot), and what lesson was his dad teaching him there? Hello, is this a Disney/Pixar movie, advocating killing?? Poppa was quite nonchalant about it, too. Ignoring that, has Arlo vindicated himself by the end? Has he grown enough to compensate for his father’s death? That I am not sure of. There’s also that weird moment with Arlo talking to his Poppa in his imagination, and Arlo exclaims that he loves Spot. Uhm, weird, even just the WAY he said it. Half the movie, he blames Spot for his father’s tragic death, and then Arlo loves Spot like a young boy loves his beloved pet dog. Character growth/development? I guess

Then there are the logical flaws, but suspension of disbelief is required in most movies. For fun, I’ll still point out a few. Somehow, Spot travels the entire distance Arlo got washed down the river. That is impressive, judging by the return journey Arlo takes home. Secondly, Arlo gets caught full force by the mudslide/raging torrents of water AND falls down a waterfall, and somehow survives. But his tough Poppa died from a similar fate?? Not to mention the endless hits Arlo sustained to his head. And lastly, just to be nit-picky, Arlo draws the circle in the ground around Spot and his family without moving from his standing spot. He’s not tall enough nor does he have a neck long enough to realistically do that.
I look at the positives of this film. The scenery and animations are gorgeous, top-notched. Emotions are jerked, laughs had. Lessons can be found. There are clever play on words/ideas (storm birds, the scene with their “head in the clouds,” Spot as a “lone wolf”).Let’s say that I accept that the film requires a more mature perspective, and that the uncharacteristic scenes mentioned above ultimately don’t bother me. Would I say TGD is a good movie? Sadly no. It was just lacking for me. It didn’t feel as complete as all of Disney/Pixar’s other works.
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allegrawNov 26, 2015
The Good Dinosaur is a visually stunning film and a good hearted family friendly story for the whole family to enjoy. The richness and detail of the animation is unlike anything that has come out before.
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TheKavehJNov 25, 2015
The Good Dinosaur is a beauty. Pixar returns with a great friendship story that will make you laugh, smile, and even cry. This is, by far, the best animated movie of 2015, and one of the best movies of 2015 itself.
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Jollyjoe1000Nov 25, 2015
If a rat can be lovable.There is no doubt that pixar can make a cowardly green apatosaur can be lovable. It is just so enjoyable and I am glad I got to see the premier of the movie.
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