A different animated film.

Rating: 8/10 (31 December 2013)

As the title says, that was the feeling that I got. The animation, physics, and sounds are quite different from a lot of stuff done before.
I was not completely sure what exactly the movie was, but the title gives a good hint. The story was quite sweet and the animation was brilliant and very visual. The dialog fit right in with all the movements of the characters. And there were plenty of moments to laugh.
I have not read the book, but if the movie is anything like the book, then every kid (and adult) would have a blast watching the film. I only docked some points for not being quite as satisfying as many other animated films have been.
All in all, I was quite content and have very high expectations for the sequel. Watched 12/23/2013, written 12/31/2013.