14 So-Called ‘Must-See’ Films In 2014 (That Might Actually Be Worth Watching)
12. The LEGO Movie
Release Date: 7th February (US), 14th February (UK) Why Its A Must See: Is there anything more nostalgic than a movie about LEGO? In past ten years or so, through Travellers Tales consistently fun game series, LEGO has altered its image from little pieces of plastic that hurt when you step on them to that of a pop culture savvy, tongue-in-cheek franchise. The LEGO Movie, brought to us by brilliant multi-taskers Phil Lord and Chris Miller (also behind the Cloudy With A Chance Of Meatballs and 21 Jump Street), looks set to continue that. The entire world is built from a mixture of real and computer generated LEGO bricks, which promises a particularly unique look, while the suitably bonkers story deals with an every-figure wrapped up in plot to destroy the whole LEGO universe. In a year with no Pixar and other animation houses focusing on sequels, this may be a bright light. Why You Should Be Worried: Will it be too crazy for the big screen? If The Harry Hill Movie has taught us anything its that whats wonderfully silly at home doesnt always have the same impact on the big screen. Could it be the same here? The trailers certainly suggest so; theres a mix of a heavy reliance on twisting conceptions of existing characters and obvious brick based jokes. And lets not forget that, even more than your regular blockbusters, this one has a big eye on selling toys. Bottom Line: Batmans in it, so you'll no doubt see it.
