UP.

Oh.
My.
GOD.

I just saw UP. It was amazing...I don't even know where to start.

First of all, the animation quality was better than any other I've ever seen. It was almost as if the animators had to try and make it look animated. The textures of fabrics, hair, etc. were so exact. The colors were extremely vivid and beautiful, and the characters' appearances really reflected their personalities. It was not only a well-produced film, but a beautiful piece of art.

And let's not forget about the movie itself. The story and script were amazing. It touched me so deeply and evoked so many emotions. I was definitely crying or about to cry for at least the third of the movie. What is unexpected is the depth and complexity of the story--it is a story of a love that is almost impossibly strong, especially with today's divorce rate. The characters are extremely complex, uncharacteristic for an animated film and definitely refreshing. I really don't want to spoil it, so I'm not going to say any more.

If this film is not the winner of the Oscar for Best Picture, I will be shocked. It is a beautifully produced, superbly executed, touching, funny, heart-wrenching film that takes hold of your emotions and stays with you. UP is one of the best films I have ever seen.

-xo