We could live underground, and use bacon for clothes.

Rating: 9/10 (19 May 2011)

In 2009, two of the best cartoons ever made were released. One is Up, the other is Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs. This movie was just amazing.
Animation - I have never seen a cartoon so detailed, even in a Pixar film. Sony went all out to create a level of quality that has to be watched more than once to appreciate. From the reflection in characters eyes, to the movement of their hair and clothing to the simulation of falling food, the production team spared no effort to make everything as realistic as possible. And if you mute the sound, you can actually read lips when someone is talking.
Voice Acting - A superb performance was given by every actor, especially Bill Hader. Although most cartoons have gotten really good at this, it is still worth mentioning here.
Humor - This is without a doubt the funniest animated film I have ever seen. A lot of slapstick coupled with hilarious lines and comical facial expressions. Again, more than one viewing will reveal something that you may have missed the first time around.
Story - A lot of people were disappointed that the story was so far off from the book. And although I respect that point of view, it shouldn't distract from what is a great story in it's own right. It had some good messages, such as the effects of over indulgence, being who you are despite your appearance and keeping your goals in life simple. And it does it without coming across the least bit preachy.
But as no movie is perfect, so it is the same with Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs. I think it could of done with a little less of the Baby Brent character and the end wasn't quite as funny as the rest of the movie. But maybe the biggest disappointment was the use of mild foul language. I am not sure why they had to include the phrase "Holy crap balls" or even "hell hole" when making a movie that has kids as it's target audience. It cheapens the movie a little for lines that could have easily been omitted.
Regardless of it's minor drawbacks, I still highly recommend seeing this movie. And then seeing it again.