October 31-Day Film Challenge: Day 24 Voice-Over Performance Ellen DeGeneres as Dory in Finding Nemo (2003, Andrew Stanton) The story employs the same basic formula used in Toy Story, in which two characters, one uptight and the other clueless, are thrown together as theyre forced to journey through a world populated by creatures that are a lot more knowing than the humans realize. This movie, however, creates a unique character in Dory (Ellen DeGeneres), a fish with short-term memory loss. To give a cartoon character a real human disorder is risky, to say the least, and Im glad the filmmakers didnt lose the nerve to include this ingenious device, which not only generates some of the films biggest laughs, but reinforces the character interaction that is so central to the story. This is in fact the only Pixar film to feature true character development. Albert Brooks and Ellen DeGeneres are brilliant as Marlin and Dory, respectively, the latter a befuddled, daffy and utterly good-natured fish who helps Marlin in his epic quest not only for his lost son but his own definition of filial love. Those familiar with these two fine comedic talents in their live-action performances will actually be able to see many of their distinctive inflections and facial expressions reflected in the animated characters they are portraying. Hands down, Ellen DeGeneres is the best in this movie; her voice work as Dory is just hilarious. Every scene that Dory is in I couldnt help but laugh, and with help from the script, the film has some of the funniest scenes in a childrens movie. This movie is perfect for kids as it will amuse and entertain them or whoever else may be watching with them. The animation literally comes alive, the humor is everywhere and this all makes Finding Nemo a movie that is extremely enjoyable to watch.
Posted on: Fri, 24 Oct 2014 03:08:41 +0000