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I need only say the word ‘movies’ and you can guarantee there will be a puff of dirt and as it settles you will find my son and husband already strapped into the car, ready to roll.
Keira, as I’ve mentioned before, is somewhat more reluctant – especially when it comes to seeing a film she doesn’t know anything about.
Last Sunday was different.
Not the part about having enthusiastic gentlemen, that was the same, but Keira was excited to go and see Cars 2. She’s seen the first Cars movie, knew the characters, knew the oeuvre (so to speak) and felt content she was in for a pleasant experience.
And she was right.
Cars 2 is slick and visually splendid – but fans of Lightning McQueen might need fair warning: this isn’t ‘his’ movie. No, hero honours goes to his best friend, Mater, who is responsible for saving the day and carrying the plot. But don’t be worried, there are still plenty of races and action with Lightning McQueen in centre stage to keep everyone happy.
I particularly enjoyed the voice overs of the new characters, particularly that of Michael Caine who plays Finn McMissile, a secret agent. On that point: the spy subplot brings with it action and a fair bit of gunplay, more than I was expecting. “That makes this one cooler than the first,” Adam said, stating his case. “Makes it like a Bond film.”
What was your favourite part? I asked the kids.
All of it, they answered in unison.
Plus, it’s in 3D. That’s always a plus in their book.
And the Toy Story short film, Hawaiian Vacation, at the beginning was fantastic. (It did show me that I need to see Toy Story 3!)
Cars 2 is a definite school holiday movie option.
What’s even better is I have two family passes to give away. Simply leave a comment before 5pm on July 8th as to why you’d like the chance to see Cars 2. Winning entries will be judged (not by me) on creativity. Read the terms and conditions for more information.
Open to Australian residents only, sorry!
Good luck!
Update: The competition has now closed.
