9 (2009), Shane Acker

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Genre: Drama, Science Fiction
Overall Rating:

(out of 5)

This movie was very well made, although not necessarily intriguing.  Its a bit childish, and probably great for kids (although might give some nightmares)... but overall, hey, I don't really have anything bad to say other than a yawn here and there.

The Story:

(out of 5)

1 Point: Interesting

2 Points: Original

1 Point: Unpredictable

1 Point: OMGZ

A small, robotic ragdoll awakens amidst a world of chaos, ruled by the machine.

Characters:

(out of 5)

1 Point: Well-Played

1 Point: Original

1 Point: Relatable

1 Point: Emotional Attachment

1 Point: OMGZ

9 (Elijah Wood): The ragdoll who, with the help of his new raggety friends, tries to save the world.

7 (Jennifer Connelly): The only female ragdoll; she seems to be the bravest.

Believability:

(out of 5)

1 Point: No Disbelief

1 Point: Well-Explained

1 Point: Characters Fit Conceivably

1 Point: Not Foolishly Omniscient

1 Point: OMGZ

Well... for one, its 9 little ragdolls against this major machine.  So thats a little iffy.  And, for two... just... really?

Weight:

(out of 5)
1 Point: Relatable Lives
1 Point: Relatable Choices
1 Point: "Wow" Moments
1 Point: Lasting
1 Point: OMGZ

The only thing I'll remember this for is its unique approach and visual quality.

Visual:

(out of 5)
2 Points: Visual Quality
1 Point: Unique Visual Perspective
1 Point: Special Effects
1 Point: OMGZ

Very pretty and dark (not to mention Burtonesque).