Rango Review

Rango is the latest from animation film studios Nickelodeon, and it hits all the sweet spots that an animation film should, featuring a brilliant voice cast, a delightful story, and a new style of animation never seen before.

Rango follows the story of the at-first nameless lizard, who later becomes Rango. He is living the life in his owner's aquarium with his inanimate friends. But one day when his owner is traveling on the highway with Rango in the back of his truck, Rango gets separated from him and is left alone in the desert of an unnamed location. Lost and lonely, Rango finds the city of Dirt, and gets swept up by its inhabitants and is pulled into a plotline to save the town's water supply. It's cute, it's creative, and the cast of characters really makes the show here. Rango, although a little creepy at first, becomes this lovable hero that kids can relate to. Dirt's residents also have their own unique personalities that make the movie standout in the storytelling department.

The animation in Rango is simply stunning. It almost looks real, and the whole atmosphere of the film really makes you feel like your in a western deserted town. Although the characters can be a little frightening, you warm up to them as the movie progresses. The voice acting in Rango is top-notch, featuring Johnny Depp as the lead role and supporting characters voiced by Isla Fisher, Abigail Breslin, and Bill Nighy. Johnny Depp is in one of his best roles yet, throwing in his humor and charm into the character of Rango.

Rango is a great achievement in animation, featuring stellar voice acting and animation, and a light-hearted story that will charm kids and adults alike.

Overall: 4.5/5.0