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Lately, I've been into Pixar films, and they have become my favorite animation studio of all time.
Today, I'm going to put all 14 Pixar films in order from the worst one that sucked to the best one that was amazing.
Just remember that you're never too old to watch any of these films.
Top 14 Pixar Films
14) Cars 2
Sure, the race scenes were pretty cool, and as always, the animation was really good, but the plot was cheesy and unoriginal, the action seemed really silly, especially with cars, and the humor wasn't as good as the other films. Maybe it's because I've never really been into the Cars series of Pixar in the first place, but this film just feels like something that Pixar picked out from their trash bin, making their worst film.
13) Brave
I had no idea what the heck was happening throughout this entire film. Since it was focused on a princess who's being forced to get married by suitors but backlashes, it just felt like an unoriginal, boring Disney film with no taste and nothing interesting about it. I could tell that Pixar was trying to make it cool by adding in some magic, the witch, and the Mom that turns into a bear, but it just became a big glob of random mess that is wrapped up in the end with no sense of what the heck happened.
12) Cars
Now I've never been a big fan of this movie and its sequel, but I do admit that the animation was really good and the racing scenes were impressive, but the plot didn't seem that original and interesting, a lot of the characters weren't thoroughly-developed, some parts of the movie were really unncessary, and Pixar tried too hard to tie up things they did with past films, like love, friendship, and mixing comedy-with-drama, but it just became awkward to look at talking cars like humans.
11) A Bug's Life (1998)
Something about talking-bugs doesn't do it for me. The animation is good, as well as the voice acting, and plot, but it just didn't seem as funny, as emotional, as relatable, and memorable as the other films. Heck, Pixar planned to make a sequel out of this, but it didn't work out, because it would probably be even worse. Look, I like the film, and I think the plot and characters are creative, but it didn't seem original, since we've seen bugs talk before [Antz (1998) and others], and is remained almost lost today compared to the big, famous Pixar films.
Something about talking-bugs doesn't do it for me. The animation is good, as well as the voice acting, and plot, but it just didn't seem as funny, as emotional, as relatable, and memorable as the other films. Heck, Pixar planned to make a sequel out of this, but it didn't work out, because it would probably be even worse. Look, I like the film, and I think the plot and characters are creative, but it didn't seem original, since we've seen bugs talk before [Antz (1998) and others], and is remained almost lost today compared to the big, famous Pixar films.
10) Monsters University (2013)
Pixar always thinks it through when they decide to a sequel, well, in this case, a prequel, and this second film following Monsters Inc. is actually good. Sure, it wasn't the best the animation studio could do, but what really stood out was how well the animation was, where the monsters seemed real and almost-touchable. Teaching younger kids how college works, this follows Mike, the monster from the previous movie, in college, as he tries to pursue his goal of becoming a professional scarer. That's until Sully, his best friend from the previous movie, becomes his rival and competition for top spot, but soon, they end up bonding and being the friends they were. This was a good add to the previous movie, but it didn't seem necessary. Still, it was a fun film with an interesting plot that gives us a better understanding of the characters we know and love, and told us that even adults can be scared and cry like little babies.
Pixar always thinks it through when they decide to a sequel, well, in this case, a prequel, and this second film following Monsters Inc. is actually good. Sure, it wasn't the best the animation studio could do, but what really stood out was how well the animation was, where the monsters seemed real and almost-touchable. Teaching younger kids how college works, this follows Mike, the monster from the previous movie, in college, as he tries to pursue his goal of becoming a professional scarer. That's until Sully, his best friend from the previous movie, becomes his rival and competition for top spot, but soon, they end up bonding and being the friends they were. This was a good add to the previous movie, but it didn't seem necessary. Still, it was a fun film with an interesting plot that gives us a better understanding of the characters we know and love, and told us that even adults can be scared and cry like little babies.
9) Toy Story 2 (1999)
Even though it'll never match up with the original, Toy Story 2 showed us that sequels can actually be good....again. Following the continuous adventures of Woody, Buzz, and friends, and even showing us some new bright faces, this film's unique personality makes us appreciate the first film even more, as we dive deeper into understanding and feeling for the memorable characters. With emotions that any human can relate to, to hilarious situations, and awesome animation, this film wouldn't be where it was today if Pixar hadn't decided to release it to film and, instead, release it straight to DVD.
Even though it'll never match up with the original, Toy Story 2 showed us that sequels can actually be good....again. Following the continuous adventures of Woody, Buzz, and friends, and even showing us some new bright faces, this film's unique personality makes us appreciate the first film even more, as we dive deeper into understanding and feeling for the memorable characters. With emotions that any human can relate to, to hilarious situations, and awesome animation, this film wouldn't be where it was today if Pixar hadn't decided to release it to film and, instead, release it straight to DVD.
8) The Incredibles (2004)
Containing some adult humor and situations hidden in within the great animated adventure and action film that is The Incredibles, this movie is credited as Pixar's most adult film. Yeah, this film is not that original with superheroes, but we can finally jump into the everyday lives of this super family as they try to remain an average family with a normal life, trying to forget about their days helping humanity, but of course, Bob Parr, the father and protagonist, with a bright ego, is overloaded with temptation and puts his whole family in danger. But with its action sequences, memorable characters, and relatable situations by all ages, The Incredibles is a film that everyone should watch.
Containing some adult humor and situations hidden in within the great animated adventure and action film that is The Incredibles, this movie is credited as Pixar's most adult film. Yeah, this film is not that original with superheroes, but we can finally jump into the everyday lives of this super family as they try to remain an average family with a normal life, trying to forget about their days helping humanity, but of course, Bob Parr, the father and protagonist, with a bright ego, is overloaded with temptation and puts his whole family in danger. But with its action sequences, memorable characters, and relatable situations by all ages, The Incredibles is a film that everyone should watch.
7) Ratatouille (2007)
Boy, do I love food, and this film made me hungry to the point where I went to re-fill my popcorn. Just kidding. But, food is involved as its the end of the road of a young rat's dream to pursue. Although, he is a rat, named Remy, who may be dreaming the impossible of becoming a top chef even though he knows the stuff and is really, really good. With a great moral to follow your dream, this film is wonderfully-animated, all-age humor throughout, and food that you can almost taste. Oh, if a bond between rat-and-human was actually possible. That would be cool.
Boy, do I love food, and this film made me hungry to the point where I went to re-fill my popcorn. Just kidding. But, food is involved as its the end of the road of a young rat's dream to pursue. Although, he is a rat, named Remy, who may be dreaming the impossible of becoming a top chef even though he knows the stuff and is really, really good. With a great moral to follow your dream, this film is wonderfully-animated, all-age humor throughout, and food that you can almost taste. Oh, if a bond between rat-and-human was actually possible. That would be cool.
6) Monsters Inc. (2001)
Many, if not everyone, has believed or still do believe that monsters existed and are more or less scared of them. This film gives us a "behind-the scenes" look at the phobia-inducing creatures as we jump into their world, focusing on two monsters who we still remember to this day, Sully and Mike. Incredible animation, a mind-boggling world of imagination, all-age humor, with even some emotion involved, you really get a feel for the two characters as you go along with them through the ups and downs of their lives and adventures trying to cope with a young human girl who is labeled as "poisonous" and "contaminated" in the Monster World that effects them both.
Many, if not everyone, has believed or still do believe that monsters existed and are more or less scared of them. This film gives us a "behind-the scenes" look at the phobia-inducing creatures as we jump into their world, focusing on two monsters who we still remember to this day, Sully and Mike. Incredible animation, a mind-boggling world of imagination, all-age humor, with even some emotion involved, you really get a feel for the two characters as you go along with them through the ups and downs of their lives and adventures trying to cope with a young human girl who is labeled as "poisonous" and "contaminated" in the Monster World that effects them both.
5) Up (2009)
Pixar really knows how to play with our emotions, and this is one of the best examples. With a beginning that is credited with one of the saddest scenes in film history, this movie focuses on an old man named Carl Fredickson, who is lonely, depressed, and grumpy after his wife died. As kids, both of them had dreams of adventure and exploring the world, and it was his wife's dream to put their house right next to Paradise Falls, a beautiful waterfall in South America. By typing thousands of balloons to his house, Carl's house floats up so he can pursue his dream with his wife, even if she isn't physically there. But things change when a Wilderness explorer scout named Russell accidentally joins the ride and when they land in Paradise Fall, it's where the fun begins. With all-age humor, tear-inducing scenes, relatable characters, imaginative situations, and an amazing sense of adventure, this film is definitely one that comes alive and one that you don't want to miss.
Pixar really knows how to play with our emotions, and this is one of the best examples. With a beginning that is credited with one of the saddest scenes in film history, this movie focuses on an old man named Carl Fredickson, who is lonely, depressed, and grumpy after his wife died. As kids, both of them had dreams of adventure and exploring the world, and it was his wife's dream to put their house right next to Paradise Falls, a beautiful waterfall in South America. By typing thousands of balloons to his house, Carl's house floats up so he can pursue his dream with his wife, even if she isn't physically there. But things change when a Wilderness explorer scout named Russell accidentally joins the ride and when they land in Paradise Fall, it's where the fun begins. With all-age humor, tear-inducing scenes, relatable characters, imaginative situations, and an amazing sense of adventure, this film is definitely one that comes alive and one that you don't want to miss.
4) Toy Story 3 (2010)
Most of time, sequels are worse than their original, and once a series hits a trilogy, it's usually not looked at again, but some trilogies are remembered as a whole, and Pixar made sure to wrap that up with Toy Story 3. In my mind, the best plot yet focuses on Woody, Buzz, and the toys all coping with Andy going to college. After a little mix-up, they wind up at Sunnyside Day Care, a happy place where toys can actually be played with, but it turns out things can take a turn for the worst in this place. With some creative elements that only this animation studio can create, along with laughable all-age humor with emotional scenes that will make adults cry, including the end, never has a trilogy wrapped up as good as this, for I made sure all my old toys were safe and comfortable in their spot right after watching it for the first time.
Most of time, sequels are worse than their original, and once a series hits a trilogy, it's usually not looked at again, but some trilogies are remembered as a whole, and Pixar made sure to wrap that up with Toy Story 3. In my mind, the best plot yet focuses on Woody, Buzz, and the toys all coping with Andy going to college. After a little mix-up, they wind up at Sunnyside Day Care, a happy place where toys can actually be played with, but it turns out things can take a turn for the worst in this place. With some creative elements that only this animation studio can create, along with laughable all-age humor with emotional scenes that will make adults cry, including the end, never has a trilogy wrapped up as good as this, for I made sure all my old toys were safe and comfortable in their spot right after watching it for the first time.
3) Finding Nemo (2003)
The thing about Pixar is memorable characters. This is not the first, but probably the best, example of making Pixar-created characters known and loved by all, including Dori, Marlin, and of course, Nemo. Not only is it a beautifully-animated story, but it is also relatable from the family tone, where Marlin, the dad, and Nemo, the son, fight and hate each other, but love each other, and will promise to always stay together for the rest of their lives. Spot-on voice acting, an underwater ride of adventure, and all-age humor all mix in to this film to make it deserve its place at #3.
2) Toy Story (1995)
C'mon, it's the first Pixar film, and it's probably the best, but not my absolute favorite. The animation was really good for that time, but it was the creative story and imaginative characters that brought it to life when we're sent remembering or thinking about when we used to or do play with toys, and Pixar really connects us to our dreams. The character development is good, as you get to know and remember the characters, there are some scenes of peril, as well as some emotion, but it's all let go with some humor and a light-hearted feel from when Buzz and Woody are "flying," to when the toys are back-lashing against Sid.
The thing about Pixar is memorable characters. This is not the first, but probably the best, example of making Pixar-created characters known and loved by all, including Dori, Marlin, and of course, Nemo. Not only is it a beautifully-animated story, but it is also relatable from the family tone, where Marlin, the dad, and Nemo, the son, fight and hate each other, but love each other, and will promise to always stay together for the rest of their lives. Spot-on voice acting, an underwater ride of adventure, and all-age humor all mix in to this film to make it deserve its place at #3.
2) Toy Story (1995)
C'mon, it's the first Pixar film, and it's probably the best, but not my absolute favorite. The animation was really good for that time, but it was the creative story and imaginative characters that brought it to life when we're sent remembering or thinking about when we used to or do play with toys, and Pixar really connects us to our dreams. The character development is good, as you get to know and remember the characters, there are some scenes of peril, as well as some emotion, but it's all let go with some humor and a light-hearted feel from when Buzz and Woody are "flying," to when the toys are back-lashing against Sid.
1) WALL-E (2008)
Yes, the top spot is not Toy Story or Finding Nemo, but WALL-E, the Pixar film about a lonely trash-collecting robot as the last of his kind programmed to clean up the polluted Earth in the realistic future of mankind. Mind-blowing animation, gloomy but realistic setting, the memorable characters, voice acting, and a thrilling science-fiction adventure that will lift you out of this world, this film is fun, intense, and relatable, for even the robots have this sense of emotion so close to humans it comes alive.
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