The visual design of Wall-E is arguably Pixar's best. Stanton, who wrote the script with Jim Reardon from a story he concocted with Peter Docter, creates two fantastically imaginative, breathtakingly lit worlds.
While I may argue with the little guy's taste in musicals, it's remarkable to see any film, in any genre, blend honest sentiment with genuine wit and a visual landscape unlike any other.
100
New York PostLou Lumenick
New York PostLou Lumenick
A charming, hilarious robot love story aimed at the entire family.
This is Pixar's finest and most emotionally powerful film yet, and it draws on a wealth of cinematic resources that run the gamut from Chaplin's best to Buster Keaton, Jacques Tati, and even Martin and Lewis.
88
Chicago Sun-TimesRoger Ebert
Chicago Sun-TimesRoger Ebert
Succeeds at being three things at once: an enthralling animated film, a visual wonderment and a decent science-fiction story.
88
Charlotte ObserverLawrence Toppman
Charlotte ObserverLawrence Toppman
A potent environmental message wrapped up in an irresistibly cute romance between robots.
80
VarietyTodd McCarthy
VarietyTodd McCarthy
Walks a fine line between the rarefied and the immediately accessible as it explores new territory for animation, yet remains sufficiently crowd-pleasing.
80
Chicago ReaderAndrea Gronvall
Chicago ReaderAndrea Gronvall
The movie's first half is largely free of dialogue, playing like silent comedy, while the second act offers a breathtaking tour of the cosmos.