My Top 10 3-D Animated Films
Hey guys, from Planet-M, as part of the top 10 lists I have decided to put one together one based on films done in 3-D animated.
As usual this list is based on my own personal opinion and if you don’t like what is on this list then that is alright and if you have any suggestions for future lists or blog entries, please leave them in the comments down below, so now let us get started on My Top 10 3-D Animated Films.
10: The Adventures of Tin Tin
Why: I grew up watching the Tin Tin cartoon and I’ve read the comics, so I was more than excited to hear that Steven Spielberg was going to be adapting it to the big screen, I will admit that the film is a bit strange as the 3-D motion capture used to create the world can sometimes feel a bit like it’s going into the uncanny valley, but it’s still a film which combines several aspects from the Tin Tin comics and brings in enough original ideas to make it worthwhile.
9: Frozen
Why: Yeah I’ll admit I didn’t see the film until this year, that’s right I was able to go 4 years without having to watch this film, but eventually I started wondering why people liked it so much, so I decided to finally watch, I will admit that it uses the whole powers element for the plot like in tangled, but other than that it’s a good film with terrific and memorable (to the point where it’s annoying) songs, likeable characters and has a plot that doesn’t completely revolve around a love interest, after watching it I’m starting to get why people liked it so much.
8: Tangled
Why: I have to say that Tangled is a lot better, than Frozen, the main character is active and helps move the plot forward, the character of Flint comes off as hilariously charming and the humour was very on point.
7: How to Train Your Dragon
Why: This film was creative in the designs of each individual dragon, the characters are charming and not one lacks personality and the character development of Hiccup and Toothless is the best part of the story and the animation really captures the speed and danger that comes with flight while at the same time capturing a great spirit of adventure.
6: Coco
Why: Another of Pixar’s films that takes on mature concepts, but also encapsulates the spirit of music, remembrance and the ties that bind family together, all while creating relatable and realistic characters with gorgeous animation that truly shows that after all these years Pixar is still pushing the boundaries of animation.
5: The Book of Life
Why: Coco was a great story, but sometimes I like to watch a simpler story and the Book of Life delivers, Ron Perlman as Xibalba is both witty and in control of the situation at the same time, the film also has a unique animation style that really works towards immersing the viewers in the films story.
4: Kung Fu Panda
Why: When I first saw this film I thought at first it was going to be that good, that it was just going to be another simple underdog story, I’m glad that this film proved me wrong. The story is yes an underdog story, but is also about the acceptance of one’s self, that everyone learns in a different way and it can be very wise in some of its dialogue especially with the character of Oogway.
3: The Incredibles
Why: This is not just one of the best Pixar films, it’s also one of the best superhero films, mixing in old school spy thriller, Family drama, a mid-life crisis storyline and all handled maturely by director Brad Bird.
2: Kung Fu Panda 2
Why: Much like how the first Kung Fu Panda film is about acceptance of one’s self, the second film is more a journey of realisation of one’s past and who they are. The film takes place after the first with Po undergoing the next phase of his training, all while in search of answers of his past and having to protect the world from a ruthless tyrant. The animation is an upgrade from the first as we get fast paced battles and more martial art styles that incorporate a lot of the animals individual traits such as the villain Shen (a peacock played by Gary Oldman) using his long tail feathers defensively. Every character is great in this film even Gary Oldman’s Shen who has a wide range of other emotions than just the stereotypical villain.
1: Toy Story 3
Why: Where to start with this, when watching the first and second you can tell that the animation and rendering have definitely improved since then and the storytelling is probably the best I’ve seen from Pixar, not only does it tackle the emotion of having to let go of a loved one, but it also delivers the most dramatic and suspense filled scene in any Pixar film, the furnace scene. The characters are still likeable, the acting is great and I can honestly say that this film is a master piece of 3-D animation that grew up with the viewers.
And with that we are done for this week, if you have any suggestions for future blogs please leave the suggestions down in the comments and Thank You For Reading.
