In spirit of the Oscars being tonight, I just wanted to take a look at 2013's animated movies and my thoughts on their likelihood of being nominated for Best Animated Feature. NOTE: These do not necessarily reflect my thoughts on the movies themselves, as I will mention. Just because I don't think it will get nominated doesn't mean I don't really wanna see it, and vice versa.
Escape From Planet Earth: No. Just no. I won't even give it a second thought.
Personal thoughts: I did enjoy this movie, but it was for fun. It wasn't Oscar material.
The Croods: Maybe. It doesn't seem very clever or original, but it seems like it could take it in a different direction and/or add some depth. I still don't understand this whole "late November deadline" thing (which either doesn't exist or is new considering The Princess And The Frog's December release and nomination), so if there is none, I can't imagine Rise Of The Guardians having not been nominated and this being nominated, but we'll see.
Personal thoughts: It doesn't look as awful as I originally thought, but it doesn't seem like anything special. Chances are I will end up seeing it at some point, but likely not until the DVD release.
Epic: It probably has a chance. Seems like a big adventure, and probably quite original. Blue Sky hasn't fared all that well in the Oscars thus far, with only one nomination and that having been its first film, so I can't say this is very likely, but it's possible.
Personal Thoughts: Not particularly interested. I can't say it looks unoriginal or too silly, though. Actually, more like too dramatic on my part, which is almost good for the Oscars the way I see it.
Monsters University: Well, it is Pixar, but I think it will have some limitations. It seems to be just a fun flick, and, while I don't expect it to come under the hatred that Cars 2 experienced, it may not be Oscar material, just an enjoyable film for audiences and critics alike. However, this is exactly what I thought about Wreck-It Ralph, and not only did it get nominated, but I had a strong feeling it would right after seeing it. So, with that and the fact that it's Pixar, it probably has a good chance, but I wouldn't guarantee it.
Personal Thoughts: All over it. Monsters, Inc. may not be my favorite Pixar film, but this seems like it'll clean up the few flaws from the first that made it less likable for me and be a great sequel, er, prequel.
Despicable Me 2: Almost definitely no. With the first not having been nominated, I can't see this one being nominated. None of us no anything about the plot, sure, but it's rare that the sequel is deeper and more Oscar worthy than the first. Besides, I expect this one to be more fun and enjoyable so fans of the first can enjoy the characters more. Who knows about the deep part.
Personal Thoughts: I didn't love the first one, but it was nice, so my thoughts now are that I'll see it when it comes to DVD. But I'd like to rewatch the first one and see a freaking real trailer before I decide for sure.
Planes: I'm a major skeptic so I'm not even sure this is coming out in theaters, but if it does, chances are it won't be nominated. For critics, it seems like it's gonna be like Cars, only worse. Enough said.
Personal Thoughts: I don't care what you say, I'm freaking psyched for this movie.
Cloudy With A Chance Of Meatballs 2: Much like Despicable Me 2, with this one's predecessor not being nominated, I don't see this one having much of a chance. This one we know more about the plot with as of now (and are expecting a trailer in a few days), but the plot seems very silly, adventurous, and fun. Again, not fit for the Oscars.
Personal Thoughts: Yes, yes, a thousand times yes.
Turkeys: This is another one that I don't even know much about, namely the release date, but it seems like just a silly family comedy, so probably not. But honestly, it's too early to say.
Personal Thoughts: Not enough information to say for sure, but most likely, yes.
Frozen: It probably has a good chance. The princess stories have always fared well with critics and the academy. The only limitation I see is the possible deadline and the fact that Tangled was snubbed despite its wide critical acclaim and popularity.
Personal Thoughts: Abso-fricken-lutely.
Well, there you have it. So, now that we're done, here's my predicted roster for 2014 Academy Award nominations for Best Animated Feature:
The Croods
Monsters University
Frozen
Epic
I'll try and update it throughout the year. See you guys later!
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