Storks [Blu-ray] [2016]

Wasn't expecting Batman to be just a grown up movie even though the rating said it all just wasn't expecting it

I see what Warner Brothers Animation is attempting to do here and I can dig it. After finding great success with The LEGO Movie and the fact they acquired the likes of Phil Lord and Chris Miller who directed 21 and 22 Jump Street (as well as Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs, to their credit) to helm that hit animated movie the thought of continuing to try their hand at bringing in R-rated comedy directors and seeing how they operate within the world of children’s entertainment is a ballsy, but interesting move. Much like with the case of The LEGO Movie Warner Bros. was likely hoping this formula might produce something both mature and goofy with the plus of remaining consistently funny throughout the majority of its runtime. It makes sense and what better way to test said formula than with the likes of Nicolas Stoller, director of such films as Forgetting Sarah Marshall and the two Neighbors movies, thus the reason we now have Storks. Because of this inclination to take someone known for one thing and put them just far enough outside of their element, their comfort zone if you will, I was inclined to be more interested in this seemingly agreeable animated family movie than I might have been otherwise. I love it when directors or studios cast an actor known for one type or style of work, especially comedians, and place them in a different setting where we see them challenged in new/different ways that usually result in a more fascinating piece of work by virtue of the outside influences and persona that performer brings with them. That is kind of what is happening here though maybe not to the extreme of, say, Jim Carrey in The Truman Show. Rather, Stoller is being challenged by the limits of a PG-rating and how far he can go with his comedy inadvertently forcing him to be more creative with how he comes up with the laughs needed for a 90-minute children's film. And so, how does all of this hype and build-up effect the final product? Well, in many ways this is a disappointment when considering the potential the film had considering the interesting premise, its insanely talented and funny voice cast, and of course the presence of Stoller in the director's chair. Instead of producing anything unique or of distinguishable value Storks more or less plays by the rules of Pixar and DreamWorks movies where the narrative sees a couple of characters going on a quest to achieve a goal that will allow them to discover new things about themselves along the way. There's nothing especially wrong with this structure especially when executed in fun and interesting ways and Storks certainly has its quirks, but more than anything the film feels far too routine to be a product of someone who should have really been challenging themselves.

This movie is one of 30 my granddaughter asked for when I requested her to write down movies of interest she liked and provide me a list. This movie was listed as #2 , so when I saw it on sale at Best Buy I had it sent out right away. She told me that it was a very cute and funny story and her mom chimmed in and mentioned it was great for family viewing as her other siblings enjoyed it too! Because it was one of thirty movies, I was able to send her an unexpected delivery in time for her birthday! Thanks Best Buy for a great purchase experience and for the fast shipping!

Saw this 3d DVD and decided to get it because my granddaughter Shelby kept asking for it. Well, let me state here this is a fun filled movie good for young children and even old guys like me. We had a ton of laughs and she even noted wow papa he might not make it. In the end, well you will just have to see that for yourself . As she noted at the end, "So that's where they come form!!" Pick up a copy and pop some corn pickup those 3d glasses or just watch the blue ray. No pun intended but this animated movie will deliver.

A stork who wants to do his job well is roped in with a failed delivery girl to send a "special" package. The two leads are so much fun to watch and the family's side story is sweet. But this pigeon character really is a big blemish, I think personally. He thinks he's cool and goes "Bro" all day. His accent gets on my nerves and his best parts are when he's in pain. None the less; the rest is funny, well told and heartwarming at the end. Though some jokes might get a little too fast paced like it's trying to be the Lego Movie.

Ever since I sat in the theater, enraptured with the story and its characters, I've been dying to bring this move home and watch it again and again. I love the visual effects, especially when in 3D. This movie has a great sense of humor, nicely balanced between adults and kids. I loved it, my husband loved it, and all 3 of my kids 8, 14, and 17 loved it. The only thing they can usually agree on is that they need more money and hate school. lol Don't pass this one by!

I was surprised to see that the DVD had Spanish and French subtitles which is always something I care to see in order to enjoy the movie with my daughter and my mother who speak different languages. I usually like to purchase BluRays but I ended up purchasing this DVD since I had the DVD in front of me and I was purchasing some DVD's for birthday presents. My daughter loved the movie and it was great quality as we watched it through our PS4.

My daughter picked this out. I remember seeing previews for it a long time before it actually came out so I figured it wasn't that good, but she wanted to see it. I was wrong. The premise is absurd, obviously, but the animation quality was outstanding. The movie was also very funny, I found myself laughing out loud a lot throughout it. Also, the wolves, best part about the movie. I would watch a stand alone movie just about them if they decide to make one.