Preview: Arthur Christmas (2011)

Synopsis:

The high tech world of Santa Clause finds his son knee deep in his own troubles in this animated adventure.

• Poster: C

Review:

Such a terrible array of colors. There is so much more that could have been done. On top of all of that, it's not very kid friendly for an animated kid's film.

• Trailer: B-; B-; B+

Review:

It's a bit dumb at times, but at least they are trying to convey a bit of humor with their teaser.

I feel the same for the second trailer as I do the first. Despite some amusing elements, the trailer just feels too childish at times.

With the full trailer for one of this Christmas' most promising holiday endeavors, audiences should be delighted, but young and old. It looks like the kind of fun, spot-on humor we've come to expect from Aardman Animation.

Oscar Prospects:

Animated Features must always be considered, but so far this doesn't look like much of a competitor. (November addendum: this definitely looks like a contender now; the buzz is strong and the trailer definitely gives it promise).

Release Date:

• November 23, 2011

Full Review Synopsis:

I have not seen this film.

-Wesley Lovell (December 6, 2010) Original

-Wesley Lovell (December 10, 2010) New Poster

-Wesley Lovell (August 14, 2011) New Trailer

-Wesley Lovell (November 13, 2011) New Trailer; Updated Oscar Prospects