Novel graphics, good fun

Rating: 7/10 (6 April 2015)

Novel graphics, good fun.
I had low expectations for this movie, thinking it was simply a kids movie. Turns out it is suitable for all ages. Interesting, though not that original, plot. Very funny, snappy, dialogue. Generally, a good action-comedy.
Obviously, the thing that stands out most is the use of Lego for everything. Incredibly original in that regard.
Great casting for the voices: Chris Pratt, Will Ferrell, Elizabeth Banks, Liam Neeson, Will Arnett, Jonah Hill, among others. Best of the lot, in my view, is Will Arnett as Batman. Very funny.
Not perfect though. Plot gets quite random, almost silly, towards the end. The novelty of the graphics wears off too. Plus there are scenes where the Lego graphics don't do the movie any favours - you sometimes struggle to figure out what you're seeing.
Overall: good entertainment.