Review: 9
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| Source | Roger Ebert |
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| Review | "9" is nevertheless worth seeing. It might have been an opportunity for the sort of challenging speculation sci-fi is best at, however, and the best reason to see it is simply because of the creativity of its visuals. They're entra... Read complete review |
| Source | Oregon Live |
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| Review | "9" is a lively, smart, and handsome fantasy film that was born as a 10-minute short (which won an Oscar) and, frankly, could keep growing in size and scope before wearing out its welcome. At barely an-hour-and-a-quarter in length, it... Read complete review |
| Source | SFGate |
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| Review | The animated movie "9" is bathed in dark tones from the beginning. But a few minutes into the narrative, it becomes clear just how grim Shane Acker's world is going to be. The protagonist, a little burlap doll with watch par... Read complete review |
| Source | Time Out New York |
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| Review | Writer-director Shane Acker is more out to prove his mastery of animation technique. Save the voice work, which is celebrity-heavy and mostly undistinguished, 9 is a marvel to take in, especially the individual character designs. Most memorable among... Read complete review |
| Source | Joblo |
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| Review | 9 has borrowed moments here and there, but it is told in a refreshingly unique way. There is beauty and hope deep inside the nightmare, and you will certainly be moved by 9’s adventures. RATING: 8/10... Read complete review |
| Source | MSNBC |
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| Review | Ultimately, the real star here is Acker’s eye for a world in shambles and the creatures, both heroic and fearsome, left to live in it. If Acker can marry his substantial visual acuity with a stronger sense of storytelling, he’s got the potential to b... Read complete review |
