Having Fun with The Monsters

Rating: 9/10 (30 September 2012)

It feels pretty good when people take an old story and put a fresh spin on it. "Transylvania" is a great new entry in the world of animation movies, a genre that has been thriving for the most part in the last couple of decades. In the new film, Count Dracula and to a certain extent, some of his monster peers discover that family life can a bit stressful. That's in addition to having to deal with centuries of problems with humans.
Things get so bad that Dracula builds a "resort" where misunderstood creatures can find peace and protection from the rest of the world. It also helps him deal with his 118 year old daughter. It all appears to be working until one day, an adventurous human soul wanders into the castle, and things become even more complicated for all parties involved.
Soon, we have Dracula trying to contain the damage, keep up appearances, and eventually trying some unorthodox methods to solve his problem. The film, like "Paranormal" earlier this year shows plenty of heart, tolerance and has us entertained throughout the movie. In fact, the film remembers to bring in music, comedy, and some sharp and clever dialogue. There is plenty of vocal talent in the film, all contributing a bit to the overall effect. Kevin James, Sandler, Drescher, and Gomez are among the standouts.
"Hotel Transylvania" deserves plenty of recognition, and most importantly, should be enjoyed.