Every single one of Pixar's films has received some kind of critical acclaim upon release, and it appears that its latest film,
Cars 2, is no exception. The sequel to 2006's
Cars - the least critically acclaimed Pixar flick so far - has already been getting positive reviews immediately after its world premiere last night, and below are samples from the
Variety and
Hollywood Reporter reviews, both praising the film for its creativity.
The Hollywood Reporter
Even as recent Pixar films have benefited from increased simplicity and modulation of mood and effect, Lasseter keeps Cars 2 running at close to the red line from start to finish with nary a pit stop to refuel. On balance, it's more exhilarating than exhausting, but there are moments when sensory overload threatens to set in. More is better seems to be the by-word, but a bit less aw-shucks humor and Looney Tunes-like madness over the long haul would have made for a more agreeable balance.
Variety
If "Cars" was perhaps the least engaging of Pixar's hugely successful animated features, John Lasseter and his team have hit the creative accelerator with the unexpectedly delightful "Cars 2." The rare sequel that not only improves on but retroactively justifies its predecessor, this lightning-paced caper-comedy shifts the franchise into high gear with international intrigue, spy-movie spoofery and more automotive puns than you can shake a stickshift at, handling even its broader stretches with sophistication, speed and effortless panache. High-performance B.O. is assured, but as with "Cars," ancillary/merchandising is where this expertly souped-up entertainment will leave others in the dust.
To check out both of these reviews in full, hit the link below.
Featuring a voice cast of Owen Wilson, Larry The Cable Guy, Eddie Izzard and Michael Caine,
Cars 2 drives into theaters June 24th, later this week!
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