Review of Up (1984) by Sam M — 10 Jul 2014

The most emotionally masterful Pixar work since The Lion King.

This review of Up (1984) was written by Sam M on 10 Jul 2014.

Up has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Aaron J (512) on 28 Jul 2018

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By Good B (168) on 15 Oct 2018

Leap is one of my favorite movies even thou it's girly lol? . Have watched using boxxy software…

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