Does Lego justice!

Rating: 9/10 (22 February 2014)

The Lego Movie was a very well done, and relevant children's movie that will also be very enjoyable for adults. This movie was a long time coming and they did a great job recreating a living Lego universe. This was everything I was hoping it would be and more.
This movie really made me feel like I was a child again. The plot was very well thought out and really felt like it brought to life what we were all thinking when we were playing with Lego's as kids. I really felt immersed in this world as I watched it.
All of the acting in the film was great, although cheesy at times (unpurpose). Will Ferrell really stands out for me as President/Lord Business as the main antagonist in the film. He's so ridiculous in his role that it's outstanding. It seemed he had a real interest in this project. I felt it was his best work in a few years. The real gem here though is the story. That is what makes this movie so special.
I loved the fact that they were able to bring in many of the modern licensed products such as Lord of the Rings, DC Superheros, Star Wars etc. into the film. My only complaint might be that some of the larger properties, particularly those owned by Disney, were not in the film and some Lego owned properties, such as Ninjago, which are larger properties weren't in it all either. This is a minor complaint as at least some of this probably wasn't something they could really control. I doubt Disney would want a competing film featuring any of their characters.
The animation was really fantastic. It felt like I was watching living Lego pieces rather than an animated movie. I think this movie may not have been as effective if it was attempted even 5 years ago as the animation technology had to be just right.
In the end, The Lego Movie lives up to your expectations and delivers a very well done movie to go along with a much loved brand. You can tell a lot of time and effort was put into this movie right up until the finishing touches in order to make sure the movie did Lego justice. Well done to all involved as I'm sure a new lucrative franchise that will be much loved has been born.