These are the times that I'm so glad that John Lasseter has taken over all of Disney's animation department. "Wreck-It Ralph" may be the most earnest animated film it has put out under its own label (not Pixar or Studio Ghibli) since 2002's "Lilo and Stitch". The characters are well thought out, and the voice casting was spot-on, whether they based characters off of the actors, or the other way around. John C. Reilly, playing the title character, brings layers of conflict and emotion to a character struggling with his day to day life, and questioning the roles of heroes and villains in the world of video games. As Vanellope, Sarah Silverman strikes up a sweetness not normally seen from her public persona, and puts forth a mixture childish ego and crippling vulnerability that makes you care about her more than you would assume after first meeting her. There isn't much wrong with the film, aside from the obvious foreshadowing, at least not much worth writing about. I would strongly suggest it to anyone who wants a to have a great time, or just wants to play "spot your favorite video game".
Grade: A-
3D: Good enough
Easter Egg: One for the hardcore gamers, or fans of "King of Kong: Fistful of Quarters"
Starring: John C. Reilly, Sarah Silverman, Jack McBrayer
Director: Rich Moore
Writer(s): Jennifer Lee and Phil Johnston - Additional Material: John C. Reilly
RT: 108 min
Rating: PG for some rude humor and mild action/violence
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