Ratatouille - My Favorite Movie of the Year So Far!

Rating: Null/10 (20 June 2007)

I found it thoroughly engaging with a bit of everything for everyone. The story of a rat aspiring to be a chef may not sound appealing at first, but the movie took me to places that I did not expect. I could identify with the need for family and relationships with the desire to pursue your dreams. It is unique in this summer of sequels - of couse, the movie has the trademark Pixar brand of unbelievable visuals and attention to detail..in this case, I paid particular attention to the restaurant's kitchen and its coterie of characters. The food depicted here looks so real I could touch the onions cooking in the oven at one point.
If you have a kid who's looking for thrills and slapstick humor, check. If you're older and looking for something sophisticated, artistic yet funny, with oh so many moments of cinematic pleasure, check. If you love Paris, see it! If you're a FOODIE, make reservations at a fine restaurant for dinner...this movie leaves you hungry for more! Finally, Ratatouille has HEART, and I will go back to see it again and again.