An engrossing experience and sucks you in from the outset.

Rating: 9/10 (6 August 2012)

I saw this film for the first time last week and to say the least, I was blown away. Everything from the narration to animation were excellent. The story is such an engrossing experience and sucks you in from the outset. While on the outside it comes across as a mere story of 'pen pals', it is so much more.
The beauty of this film is in the questions it raises. In the movie industry, animation is often seen as something secluded for kids only, but this is no kids film. It is an utterly mature film that highlights many things that, in modern culture we are scared to talk about. This film boasts an amazing defiance against social convention and isn't scared to discuss what we are.
The animation is unique in its own right and comes across as a mix between Fantastic Mr. Fox and Wallace and Gromit. Its a beautiful visual spectacular that uses colour and sound to involve the audience to an astonishing degree. I for one could not take my eyes, and ears, away.
A truly unique experience.