Finding Positives

Rating: 7/10 (18 August 2016)

Friday, 5 AUGUST 2016 Finding Dory
First of all what I am about to say will no doubt be taken by those reading with a few gasps and be in complete and utter shock. I don't like Finding Nemo. Never have. No matter how many times I watch it, it just isn't for me. And as someone who considers themselves to be a big, and I mean big, Disney fan it is almost criminal to say such a thing. Never the less, I went to watch Finding Dory and I was pleasantly surprised.
The film follows on a year form when the first film was set. The Nemo is still with his Dad (Marlin), but it is safe to say that in the movie it appears he hasn't aged a day, and Marlin is still a hot headed worrier. Dory still can't remember anything for more then 10 seconds, or so you would be lead to believe.
As the film progresses Dory is starting to remember her time when she was a child and when she knew her parents. This is a film that takes you on a heart wrenching emotional journey that will get parents in tears and children to understand what it feels like to be home.
The movie does have lots of comedic moments and the introduction of Hank the Septapuss (Don't worry when you watch it will make sense) is a welcome addition. The seals are also a highlight of the movie and a bit like the Seagulls in the first movie, the seals in this almost steal the show. The two Whales in the movie also bring some light relief to this emotional roller-coaster.
The only criticism there is to make is how far-fetched this movie is. Yes I know fish don't speak and yes I know it is computer animated, but it's the way it presents itself. Such as the Beluga Whale and its Sonar system or how the locked doors of the truck suddenly open. It just sort of makes you feel that they couldn't think up any other ideas.
It is hard to see on reflection what they could do next for a Finding 3. I suppose one option could be Nemo's journey to adulthood. I found Finding Dory to be a big improvement on the original.
The Average Joe Film Review Score: 7/10 http://tajfr.blogspot.co.uk