LA Movie Review- The Lego Movie

LA Movie Review- The Lego Movie
   The Evil Lord Business threatens to mold the Lego universe into his own vision of perfection using a viscid weapon. Ordinary construction worker, Emmett, discovers the only thing that can stop that weapon- the piece of resistance. Having made this discovery he becomes known as "the special" and is expected to lead the Lego people to victory over Lord Business. 21 Jump Street directors Phil Lord and Chris Miller helm this animated adventure.
   This is a great movie. Anyone can enjoy this film, child or adult. The story and message transcend age. That message is if you believe you can be special then you will be. It consistent throughout this fast paced and very funny movie. It has great moments which reference pop culture and brings to screen characters that you would never thought you would see in a movie together. Phil Lord and Chris Miller did a great job directing. The screenplay is a clever piece of work by  Miller and Lord. The movie goes above and beyond the extra mile, even entering uncharted territory in the world of animated movies.
   The animation in the film is unlike anything done before in any other animated feature film. It is very, very cool. The movie looks like it was made up entirely out of Legos. It's amazing to watch this blend of CGI and  stop motion. I cannot believe how good of a job they did of putting you in that world. As I was watching it, I felt like I was watching actual Legos.
   All of the actors who lend their voices do good work.  Chris Pratt, Will Ferrell, Elizabeth Banks, and Liam Neeson were all very funny.  I also quite enjoyed Will Arnett as Batman and the 21 Jump Street reunion in the film with Channing Tatum as Superman and Jonah Hill as Green Lantern.
   On the downside, not every joke landed for me and it may take a few minutes to adjust to the animation.  Other than those petty complaints I don't see why anyone couldn't enjoy this movie which not only evokes Toy Story in similarity but in heart as well. This movie really brings it in the final act.  It catches you by surprise and starts tugging at your heart in ways you couldn't even imagine. The Lego Movie is a fun, interesting, movie that if could only be described in one word; that word would be special.
4.2/5