Why Pixar's Up is a Masterpiece! (Video Essay-Disney Movie Masterpiece Series)
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- Опубліковано 6 кві 2021
- There is a reason why Up was the second animated film in history (The first was Beauty and the Beast) to be nominated for “Best Picture” at the Academy awards. It is a masterpiece with an incredible story and a heartfelt message. Not only is it an amazing example of Pixar’s skill in story structure, but it is also my personal favorite Pixar film. In this video, I attempt to explain why I love this movie so much while also exploring some of the storytelling genius that is woven through the fabric of the film.
This is why I think Up is a masterpiece.
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This is by far my most favourite movie........I cried 4 times in this movie. And then I re-watched it and cried again.
Great movie
This is one of those movies that makes me cry every time I watch it. Well done, Pixar. Well done.
wow! Great Video!! I hadn't even realized how Muntz was a representation of obsession and what Carl could have been like... The amount of talent and creativity poured into this movie is astounding! This video made me want to watch Up again!
I watched the movie over 40 times by now and i did'nt even too, great you commented it👍
This movie holds a special place in my heart for how relatable it is. Well, not that I was married and then lost my wife, but that I sometimes have too much of a nostalgic/emotional attachment to old things of mine. Whenever I need a reminder, I like to rewatch the scene where Carl says "You know, it's just a house."
UP is my 2nd favourite Pixar film. I'm glad you mentioned Pete doctor because he is the king of emotion and creative stories at Pixar. Every time I watch one of his Pixar films I just think "This. Is. Pixar". The thing I love about up is that has so many random elements that come together to make such a creative story. You have Carl, a widow who is trying to process a tragic loss, you have an 8 year old boy scout who comes along on the journey, a fictional creature called "the monster of paradise falls", the whole explorer conepct, whether it's Carl's dream or Charles muntz character and his motivations, and of course you have talking dogs and an old man who travels to South America via his floating house. It's so ludicrous but it's also so ingenious and they make it work. Of course up is probably Pixar most emotional films. I love how the climax takes place in the sky, it feels exciting and different. I love the part when Carl discovers Ellie's note: "Thanks for the adventure, now go have a new one". Finally Carl finds closure, he realises that it was never about coming to paradise falls, Ellie never needed the adventure in paradise falls because life with Carl was the adventure all along, life with Carl was the best adventure she could have ever asked for. And when he empties his house to go save Russel this scene is great because it shows once Carl "let's go" of Ellie he is free! Eliie has been weighing him down all that time. I love how Charles muntz, the idolised hero actually becomes the villain of the story. And not to mention the comedy is just hilarious, mainly from Dug! And finally the last scene in the film re creates the picture of Carl's house right next to paradise falls
which one is your favorite?
@@SalilRawatSaxena both toy story and toy story 2
I wouldn’t say it was Ellie specifically that was holding him down. It was Carl’s own stubbornness and refusal to move on, and he finally learns that Ellie always wanted him to have his own life, his own dreams.
Up, Wall E and pirates of the Caribbean are some of my favorite films, even after growing up. I am 26 now and I still look back on how well these films were made. Pixar and Disney used to be something really special.
They still are. I recommend Encanto for Disney and the oh say last 5 Pixar films and if you haven't seen Elemental, do yourself a favor and see it asap! It is a sucker punch of a movie and you won't regret it.
@@marieroberts5664I don’t watch Pixar much anymore but Coco has definitely been one of my favorites from their newer movies
i loved this movie so much, i just finished watching it. i cried so much. carl is a hero, a HERO. he helped kevin, russell and dug in such a way. 10/10 you need to watch it.
I think this movie and Soul are Pete Doctor's greatest studies on emotional character arcs. He is a man who understands the power of humility and empathy, a rarity in Hollywood, imho.
I cry everytime i watch up
Love love love how you included and referenced the technical crew and how amazing they are for creating something so emotional and beautiful from literally nothing. Amazing video essay and very well put together 😊
DisneyMagicFanatic, thank you for sharing this. I am going to school for a Master of Music in Film and Television Scoring. This is a wonderful reminder to put story, first and foremost over special effects. This also includes EMOTION for me as a composer, over sound effects and over-dubbing, etc. At the heart of it, is the story. We in the arts community must never forget this!
Thank you for watching! I am so happy to hear this! I hope your academic journey goes well and I wish you luck! :)
@@disneymagicfanatic, yes, sir/ma'am. Disney films bring out so many lessons adults and kids can share, together. Thank you for uploading this scene!
The movie Up is an adventure and comedy movie produced by Disney Pixar in 2009. It has a very high rating for not only its story, but the beautiful animation that was put into producing the film. The movie is about a man named Carl who fell in love with a girl named Ellie. They get married and they create an “adventure book” with the goal of moving to Paradise Falls in South America. The movie shows them go through struggles that prevented them from being able to travel and then it leads to Ellie dying at an old age. Carl, still having the dream in mind to travel and move for Ellie, decides to take his house there carried by balloons. In the process, he accidently takes a young boy named Russell who was hiding on his porch. The movie shows the adventure of them trying to get his house to Paradise Falls and the obstacles they run into along the way, mainly trying to save a bird from being kidnapped.
First Media Key: Balance
“Without balance, without a willingness to look at media from every possible angle, we can’t possibly form right judgements” (Gan 22). Up gives the viewer a variety of emotions throughout the movie from sad to laughing to scared to relatable. A movie that only is intended to give off one emotion does not give the viewer the right takeaway. Up portrays a couple losing a child, losing a spouse, but it also shows the humor in Russell and Doug in the things that they say and it shows the adventure of the dogs and Charles trying to kidnap Kevin. It shows that everything in life needs balance. We need a little bit of each emotion. A life full of sadness, or a life full of humor, or living in fear is not suitable. We need all the emotions in our life, we need to see things from different points of view, and that is what experiencing all the emotions helps us to do. Someone who is always sad or always happy can not possibly see things from a different point of view and Up helps the viewer to experience all those emotions so that they can see things from different points of view. Being able to see different views, different experiences from different people, helps the viewer to form right judgements because they see where each person is coming from, and they have the outside perspective to make their judgments.
Second Media Key: Attitude Awareness
“We’re susceptible to the media’s message because we’re sensory creatures. We’re spirit and flesh. What comes to us through the flesh- through our eyes, noses, ears, and hands-affects our spirit” (Gan 38). Up does a wonderful job at grabbing the viewer's attention and helping them experience different emotions. When Carl and Ellie lose their child it causes the viewer to feel sympathy for them. It helps the viewer realize the pain couples go through with the loss of a child. The movie also shows Russell appear in Carl’s life and act, or portray, as the child/grandchild that Carl never got. Seeing the relationship they build and seeing Carl take over as a father role, for Russell whose dad left him, makes the viewer see that God can give us friendships in a way we never would have imagined.
Third Media Key: The Dignity of the Human Person
According to Gan, “All media should reflect, uphold, and enhance human dignity. It should…reverence the human body and the human spirit. It should bring people together…it should shed light on what makes the human person unique in all creation…media should help us to understand our dignity and the dignity of others” (Gan 52). This is portrayed in the movie Up in a couple of different scenarios. The first being the enduring love Carl had for Ellie. Even after she passed, he was determined to get the house to Paradise Falls in honor of Ellie. He was not in a good health condition, but he loved Ellie so much, he valued her dignity, that he was determined to do it for her. Another example of how Up shows value of the dignity of the human person is how Carl basically “adopts” Russell on their adventure and cares deeply about him. Throughout the movie, Carl grows to love Russell, and he cares for him, making sure he is safe and listening to him when he tells him that his dad was never there for him. When Carl and Russell are trying to leave “The Spirit of Adventure” Russell appears to have fallen off and Carl, witnessing this, screams “Russell!” with fear and sadness on his face. Carl values the dignity of Russell, and because of this, they grow to have a solid relationship throughout the movie, he saw the value in Russell and upheld his dignity. Finally, the movie Up shows the media key, the dignity of the human person in Carl, Doug, and Russell’s determination to keep the bird safe. Especially after they found out that the bird was a parent, they were determined to get her back to her babies. Though the bird is not a person, it still shows that they valued the bird, and knew that the bird had worth, and dignity and they wanted to help in any way they could.
Fourth Media Key: Truth-Filled
In his book, Gan states that media should be filled with the truth, whether it be good or bad. He states, “the media we watch, listen to, read, and play should be filled with truth. It should not tell lies about God or about the human condition…not all truths media conveys must be pleasant” (Gan 68). Up opens with Carl and Ellie getting married and them trying to have a child, but they end up miscarrying the baby. It shows the joy and excitement that being pregnant brings a couple, preparing for the arrival of their child, but then the heartbreak that a miscarriage can bring. It is a heartbreaking scene, but it happens. It shows the truth and what couples go through after losing a child. In addition, after Ellie dies it shows the heartbreak that someone goes through after losing a spouse. Carl is sad and lonely after his wife dies, but it is the truth. Death happens and people grieve. Up does a great job at showing how people deal with deaths. The movie shows the truth about real life experiences, and it can even offer hope for some people, that there is a light at the end of the tunnel, and that is the truth. Every storm has a rainbow.
Fifth Media Key: Inspiring
The fifth media key “reminds us that there is more to media than simply being entertained or killing time. It challenges us to use media to inspire and be inspired, to draw closer to God and draw others closer to Him as well” (Gan 94). The producers of Up did a wonderful job at portraying this media key. Throughout the movie, Charles and his dogs are attempting to kidnap a bird and he was paranoid that anyone who came to Paradise Falls was also after the bird. When Carl and Russell came to Paradise Falls to attempt to achieve Carl and Ellie’s dream of visiting, they found the bird, that Russell named “Kevin” and he was determined to keep him safe from being kidnapped and killed by Charles and his dogs. This goes far beyond just entertaining the audience, but it inspires the audience to look to God in times of trouble. Russell could not keep the bird safe on his own, he needed higher help, and that help comes from God. This teaches the audience that we can not do everything on our own, we need to rely on God, we need to look to God to help us get through our adventures. With the help of God, with the help of others, it helps us to get through things a little bit easier because we know that we have someone to lean on, someone who we know will be there to support us and to cheer us on.
The movie Up also shows the fifth media key, inspiring, with Carl. Carl is old and not in the best health condition, but he is determined to get his house to Paradise Falls. Ellie has wanted to do this ever since she was a child. His determination throughout the movie is very inspiring, showing that age and health does not deter you from attempting to achieve your goal.
Sixth Media Key: Skillfully Developed
“By ‘best’ they mean…the films with the most professional editing, convincing acting, thoughtful directing, and engaging writing” (Gan 99). The producers of Up did a fantastic job with skillfully developing the movie. With the bright colors of the balloons on Carl’s house, to the specific details put onto the wilderness explorer patches on Russell’s uniform, it is clear that time and effort was put into producing this movie. The emotion that is shown throughout the movie portrays how people would deal with them in real life situations. For example, when Ellie was dying, the emotion on Carl’s face was that of losing someone who means a lot to you, which is what happened. Likewise, it shows the loneliness someone can experience after losing a loved one. The producers also did an excellent job with the animation of the jungle scenes. The time it took to skillfully produce something as simple as a leaf was done so well. Similarly, Kevin, the bird, has beautiful designs as well. Her feathers and even how she runs portrays birds in the real world jungle. The producers took their time with this editing and it shows with the popularity and positive reviews of it. The editing creates a fun experience and environment for the viewer and that reflects well on the movie overall.
Seventh Media Key: Motivated by and Relevant to Experience
“It gives us characters with depth, who resemble ourselves, or people we know with all our hopes, dreams, strengths, talents, and quirks. It also places those characters in situations that, at their heart, are similar to situations we find ourselves in” (Gan 118). Up gives so many different scenes that a huge variety of people can relate to. For example, everyone either has, or will have to experience, dealing with the loss of a loved one. Seeing it portrayed in a movie helps people relate to the characters because it is something that they have lived through, they know the feeling, and thus, they can relate to it because of their experience. Another way the movie portrays this media key is the life situations Carl and Russell are in. Carl was never able to have children, and Russell has an absent dad who never answers his calls. When they meet, Russell portrays the role as the child Carl never had, and Carl acts as a father figure for Russell, as the dad he never really had. This can catch the attention of those who also were not able to have children, or for children who were raised by a single parent. People watching this movie who have experience with those themes can not only relate to the characters, but also see what they characters do to overcome it, and it might inspire or motivate them to do the same. Up shows the ups and downs of life which can make it known and make it realistic for the person watching the movie. The movie portrays grieving, but also healing, and that there is always hope after a loved one dies.
In conclusion, the movie Up is a wonderful move for everyone. It portrays real life situations that people have either gone through, or will go through at some point. The producers did a wonderful job at creating a movie that is engaging, but also top terrier animation skills. The colors match the mood of each scene, for example, lots of bright colors for happy scenes, and dark colors for more serious and heartful scenes. I think the general audience would appreciate the movie being reviewed the way I did because it gives people new insights. It helps them realize a connection or a hidden theme that they wouldn’t have thought of otherwise. Overall, Up is a great movie, and I recommend it for people who want a movie that will not only make them laugh, but also make them think, and relate on an emotional level to the characters.
I adore this film! One of Pixar’s very best films! This and Inside Out are my 2 favorites
Yes! Inside Out is another awesome movie :)
@@thanos1737 it’s so good! It’s my 2nd favorite movie ever
When I saw the film at first,I didn't realize how good it is!Now I see it is a great story.They say:Life is an adventure.Which is what happens to Carl and Ellie,even though Carl didn't realize it at first.
This Movie was treat and a experience that I will never forget.
Thanks for making this vid bud
I'm so glad you enjoyed it! :)
Watching this right after I heard the news that Ed Asner / Carl passed. What a great analysis. Up means soooo much to me. Being the first ever movie I saw in theaters wayyyy back in 2009 and watching it a lot on a VHS tape as a toddler 😂 it actually sucks that he’s gone. Prayers up to his family friends and colleagues and everything. 😔 the worst part is that they JUST announced a Pixar’s Up series with him as Carl’s voice. Still love this movie to death RIP Ed Asner.
This got emotional real quick 🥲
Even tho we never knew Carl carls wife Russell Kevin or that cute dog (I forgot his name) I cried my eyes out in this movie, years later still makes me sad even as a young adult,the emotions I felt in this movies will never be topped for me absolute masterpiece, regardless if your a baby kid teenager or adult this film is emotional for everyone, I absolutely adore this movie
Dude your channel is so underrated, I hope more people start seeing your vids. They are amazing
Thank you so much! That's very kind of you to say. :)
I was mesmerized by your way of telling a story of a story may be it was because I had already had a background of that movie but still I believe you wrote it by yourself ( without the use of gpt or something) and I sometimes also believe that world doesn't fully justify with the art of an artist with right amount of appreciation. that's the reason there is only one Pixar or Picasso they are great but there are so many Jack and Jones too.
This is a magnificent video. It's penetrating in its analysis, beautifully narrated and lovingly presented. Someday it will go viral. This was 10 minutes very well spent.
Thank you so much! I am so glad that it's bringing people joy. I am humbled by your kind words.
I remember fighting people regarding the artistry of UP. To this day, it's my most favorite PIXAR film. For some odd reason, for some people, the second Carl takes off in his house, certain people check out. I will never understand that. The grandest part of the film is , Carl....ADVENTURING!
Thank you soo much for making this video. I have a lot to say. Its been one of those emotional nights and I am just glad that you made this analysis.
Reminds me of whats happened in my life and whats going on now.
I'm so happy it impacted you in that way! Thank you so much for your kind words! :)
Woah, it's been 2 years and you're still hearting the comments, fair play! Great analysis as well.
Thank you so much! I definitely like to stay engaged if I can. :) I'm very grateful for the community here on the channel. I never want to take that for granted.
I was surprised to hear the title of the English version of this movie.
Because it is "カールじいさんの空飛ぶ家" in Japanese.
(Translation) "Grandpa Carl's Flying House”
Thank you for sharing this! I actually think that's a wonderful title that makes a good deal of sense considering the film's themes! :)
Even Ghibli movies have different titles in English
@@ryokohonda4619 I know for example:猫の恩返しis called “the cat return”(translate/ the cat’s repaying for kindness)
I remember watching this in the cinema when I was 4
I like the final shot of the film where we see that the house made it to Paradise Falls even after Carl let go. Throughout the movie, Carl keeps referring to the house as Ellie and we see him refusing to let go of it until he reaches the Falls. I’d like to think that Paradise Falls represents Heaven/the afterlife. In the end Ellie, made it to Paradise and Carl learnt to let her go.
Excellent analysis!
why do you even need to explain why up is so good
Dude your level of explaination is so emotionally gripping that it reminded mr why I love animation in general and espdcially UP as a movie as well. Subbed. 🙌🏿
Thank you so much! I am humbled by your kind words :)
Hear, hear. Thank you so much for making this video. This vid is the best one in UA-cam in terms of analyzing the film "Up", so far. Thanks for sharing your thoughts.
Thank you so much for your kindness! I'm so glad you enjoyed it. :)
This is such an underrated, beautiful essay!! Thank you
Thank you! That's very kind of you! :)
I absolutely love this film even though I've only watched it once or maybe twice. I love it's main story of trying to reach a goal you had spent your whole life planning. And the suprise of ending up bringing Russell along, and then animals, despite him not originally anticipating to. Though i cannot remember the story that well, i love the beginning and ending scenes the most because it shows that Carl will always have people in his life and that he isn't going to be lonely as an elder, which i think is definitely a fear many older people have.
And a bonus, if i recieved a penny for every film/tv show where a house flies by balloons, I'd have 2 pennies (and no the rip off is not in that list, i would never watch something that racist and poorly made).
I was too harsh on this film,I rewatched it yesterday......this movie stands toe to toe with Ice Age And Even MegaMind.
Excellently explained hidden meaning of movie .. kudos !!
Thank you! :)
Great work.
Thank you!
Thank u my friend!
My favorite Pixar film.
I agree Up is amazing I love it
Pixar is a great studio
wholesome movie didnt need sequel
Wonderful video about a movie I wrongly thought the only worthy part of it, was the first 4 and a half minutes or so, although I watched it for a third time and I realized how wrong I was.
Incredible film, i still own the dvd from launch and whenever i rewatch it it still gets me emotionally invested, i adore travelling and love, and i really hope for if i get a wife i whould'nt get a miscarriage leading to no kid...
Monsters Inc Up Inside Out take the child inside us and Soul is emotinal
What is this movie is about?
What a wonderful insightful and thoughtful video essay. Love it.
Thank you for your kind words! I'm so glad you enjoyed it! :)
@@disneymagicfanatic I thoroughly did
and now disney is woke
Thank you