Let friends in your social network know what you are reading aboutTwitterGoogle+LinkedInPinterestPosted!A link has been posted to your Facebook feed. 'The Lego Movie' builds family fun from clever satireCLOSExEmbedThe all-Lego adventure is warm and witty, showing flashes of satire.The Lego Movie (* * * out of four; rated PG; opens Friday nationwide) is a spirited romp through a world that looks distinctively familiar, and yet freshly inventive.As classic toy fixtures for more than 70 years, the colorful plastic interlocking Lego bricks are instantly recognizable. And the computer-generated world created by writer-directors Phil Lord and Christopher Miller (Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs) is one that makes use of these readily identifiable parts in appealing, buoyant and often surprising ways. Using a detailed, tactile style of computer animation that also resembles stop-motion, the film's look suits the aesthetics of Lego constructions.The joy in a bucket of toy bricks lies in the panoply of possible shapes and structures, and the filmmakers palpably convey that sense of imaginative creation.
STORY: 'The Lego Movie': Building a toy story from bricksINTERVIEW: Chris Pratt's movie stardom snaps together with 'Lego'MORE: 'Lego' filmmakers: No guns, some peril, some assurancesREVIEWS: The latest movie reviews from USA TODAYTRAILERS: Coming soon to theatersIt's an eye-catching environment, though at times the whole thing becomes a bit too noisy and frenetic. But overall, the experience is giddy fun for the kids, and the irreverent dialogue and gently pointed satire is amusing for the adults who accompany them.This action-packed story is the first feature-length movie composed entirely of real and computer-generated Legos. This all-Legos-all-the-time universe is especially striking in the way it depicts smoke and storm-tossed seas. Who knew those little building blocks could simulate undulating waves?At the center of the family-friendly fun is Lego mini-figure Emmet Brickowoski, voiced by Chris Pratt. As unremarkable as they come, he unquestioningly follows orders at his humdrum construction job, enjoys the inane TV show he's fed daily and sings along to the obnoxious but catchy song on the radio.
Though Emmet appears to be a blank slate, underneath his bland exterior is a sweet yearning. He consults a manual for pointers on how to win friends, to little avail.Everything changes when Emmet inadvertently stumbles on a strange object and meets the rebellious Wyldstyle (Elizabeth Banks). He learns he might be "the Special," in accordance with an ancient prophecy that says he will save the world from impending doom.Emmet is trying to foil a plan for world domination set in motion by President Business and enforced by his swivel-headed, schizoid enforcer, Bad Cop/Good Cop (Liam Neeson) and legions of robot clones.Household items, such as Q-tips, Krazy Glue and nail polish remover, are regarded as relics from another civilization and play key parts in the zany but unevenly paced tale, which has whiffs of Toy Story, Wreck-it Ralph and even The Matrix.Those who have played with the small Danish brick-like toys — or the more recent video games — will no doubt get a particular kick out of this ingenious movie.
Even for those who aren't Lego fans, the spry adventure saga offers plenty of laughs and clever allusions, as well as a sometimes-subversive skewering of modern conformity.A warmhearted, goofy celebration of creativity, The Lego Movie builds on a sweet tale of finding one's inner imaginative child.Kingston FIRST LEGO League Regional and FIRST LEGO League Jr. Expo More Nov 19, 2016 1:00 pm - 4:30 pmFaculty of Education Duncan McArthur Hall511 Union Street Queens University Kingston ON Canada K7M 5R7Organized ByW.A.F.F.L.E.S. Local FIRST LEGO League teams (ages 9-14) and FIRST LEGO League Jr. teams (ages 6-10) showcase what they have learned this season. See LEGO robots in action come cheer and join in the fun! Free to the public and best viewing time is between 1 and 4 pm but the event runs all day. Want the freshest Kingston happenings, stories and contests delivered right to your inbox? Sign up for our newsletter!Which Teams are taking home Lego Trophies from iGEM this year?
GermanyNetherlandsSynthetic BioUnited Kingdom Evelyn Warner on 03/11/2016 Send this to friendYour emailRecipient emailDr. Schultz is an Assistant Professor at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center. She specializes in otolaryngic allergy, sinus surgery, spasmodic dysphonia, as well as general otolaryngology. Dr. Schultz received her Doctorate of Medicine from The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas, and received her post-graduate training from West Virginia University Hospital and The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center and affiliated hospitals. Dr. Schultz was in private practice from 1986 to 1994 at Baylor University Medical Center in Dallas. During that time she was also an Assistant Clinical Professor in the Department of Otorhinolaryngology at The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center and staffed the residents at the Dallas Veterans Administration. She is Board Certified by the American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery and is a member of the American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head Neck Surgery, American Medical Association, American Academy of Otolaryngic Allergy, Texas Medical Association and the Dallas Academy of Otolaryngology.
Dr. Schultz has served as Program Chairman and Secretary-Treasurer for the Dallas Academy of Otolaryngology and served on the Medical Advisory Committee for Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Texas. Dr. Schultz has hospital affiliations with William P. Clements Jr. University Hospital, Zale Lipshy University Hospital, and Parkland Memorial Hospital.The page you requested was not found.The sky’s the limit when it comes to a child’s imagination. Make their dreams come true. From superheroes to princesses, monster trucks to castles, laser tag to flowers & butterflies, we have it covered. Want something different or sports related? Let us know and we will be happy to create it. *Photos are samples only. Every cake is customized based on client's requests and/or occasion. 2007-2016 by Dave Parker. All project designs, images, and programs are protected by copyright. Please see the usage policy. LEGO and MINDSTORMS are registered trademarks of The LEGO Group.