Up
Carl Fredricksen spent his entire life dreaming of exploring the globe and experiencing life to its fullest. But at age 78, life seems to have passed him by, until a twist of fate (and a persistent 8-year old Wilderness Explorer named Russell) gives him a new lease on life.
Release Year
2009
Runtime
96 min
Audience Score
8.0
Genres
Animation, Comedy, Family, Adventure
Story Snapshot
Carl Fredricksen spent his entire life dreaming of exploring the globe and experiencing life to its fullest. But at age 78, life seems to have passed him by, until a twist of fate (and a persistent 8-year old Wilderness Explorer named Russell) gives him a new lease on life.
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Up is a mind-bending pick with high complexity, which makes it a strong option when you want something that feels specific instead of generic.
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