Heaven Can Weight

Rating: 8/10 (11 October 2009)

I don't as a rule 'do' animation but the English press were virtually unanimous in four-and-five starring this one so I figured what the hell I'll give it a try. It does actually give the impression that some thought has gone into it not to say daring in the storyline of a widower realizing - in the nick of time to borrow Noel Coward's phrase - that life is for living and lighting out in a house propelled by helium-filled balloons for South America. Not least effective is a lovely montage sequence that takes our hero from childhood through dating, marriage and loss of his much-loved wife. To put this at the top of the show and risk alienating the kids was brave indeed. The 'action' may take some swallowing - we are, after all, talking geriatric here - but is easily overlooked. A fine effort.