A different kind of movie for a different kind of audience.

Rating: 9/10 (7 April 2011)

I loved this film but, sadly, most people will be confused by it. Anyone who understands the basics of Japanese Anime and video games will feel right at home is this stylish mishmash of Manga, Nintendo, Kung-Fu, and Indy Rock. The plot is ludicrous, Scott Pilgim (Michael Cera), an unassuming Canadian geek that meets the girl of his dreams (literally) but must first defeat her seven deadly exes in order to be with her. The battle scenes are half video game, half Kung-Fu Anime, with each ex possessing a different power or ability that Scott Pilgrim must overcome, ranging from double duplicates to bass guitar telekinesis. The effects and choreography are very well done and even the most insane aspects of the movie make a certain kind of sense once you let go of your sense of rationality and go with the flow of the film.
Scott Pilgrim vs. the World is not for everyone but it was definitely for me, the music was cool, the directing was clever, and the story was original and entertainingly presented. If you are looking for a movie that stretches your definition of what a movie can be and you don't mind taking a trip off the beaten path then check out Scott Pilgrim vs. the World.