Meet the Robinsons is one of the best modern Disney movies I've ever seen and is very underrated. The storytelling is heartfelt, and it beautifully captures themes of family, resilience, and the importance of dreaming big. The characters are memorable and quirky, each contributing to the overall message of embracing the future. The animation is vibrant and imaginative, which makes every scene a visual delight. Plus, the movie's humor appeals to all ages, making it a fantastic choice for family movie nights. Overall, it's a film that resonates on many levels and deserves more recognition for its creativity and emotional depth.
I love Lewis's first invention, the memory scanner, because it helps the characters recall events they don't remember clearly and can even project video footage of those memories. Sometimes I struggle to remember specific details of my experiences, no matter how hard I try or who I ask. If the memory scanner were real, that problem could easily be solved. I would definitely want to get my hands on one!
Most of the movie's humor comes from the main villain, The Bowler Hat Guy. His funniest moments include when he comes up with his evil plans and realizes that they're stupid right away and others where he uses them only to realize how foolish they are later. Plus, there is a hilarious running gag where he controls a frog and then a dinosaur to capture Lewis, only for both creatures to point out that he didn't think his plans through.
There are also other funny moments, particularly when Lewis shares what he learned about the Robinson family tree. He has not yet met Wilbur's dad, Cornelius, and Wilbur can't say what he looks like for spoiler reasons, so a picture of Tom Selleck appears instead. This choice is completely unexpected and random. Coincidentally, it is revealed in the end credits that Cornelius is voiced by Tom Selleck.
The visuals are not only realistic but also incredibly imaginative, blending vibrant colors with detailed textures that bring the characters and settings to life. The animation is an absolute mix of cartoonish charm and lifelike qualities, allowing viewers to engage themselves in the story. There's a distinct futuristic flair in the design of the gadgets and settings, which feels inventive and ahead of its time. The expressive character animations draw you into their emotions, making every scene resonate deeply. Additionally, the fluidity of movement and the creative use of lighting add depth and warmth, enhancing the viewing experience.
I strongly appreciate the inspiring messages in this story: the importance of moving forward and not giving up. We've all heard phrases like "don't give up" and "try and try again until you succeed" countless times, but the story takes it a step further, emphasizing that perseverance allows us to embrace failures, keep searching, and live in the present. This is a perspective we don't often see! The protagonist, Lewis, has lived in an orphanage since he was a baby and had 124 rejected adoption interviews, leading him to feel unwanted. After a failed invention, he decides to stop trying and go back in time to meet the mother he never knew, hoping to change his fate.
It's understandable for Lewis to feel discouraged because he put so much effort into his inventions and attempts to get adopted, only to fail every time. Interestingly, adult Lewis, aka Cornelius, created 952 prototypes of his time machine before succeeding, demonstrating that determination is not just about our failures but also about the resilience we show. His journey illustrates how persistence can lead to breakthroughs in even the most challenging attempts.
The Robinsons support Lewis after he struggles to fix the peanut butter and jelly maker he made earlier, reinforcing that failure offers great learning experiences. Franny notes that we often learn more from our failures than when we initially succeed, helping Lewis understand that persistence is key to achieving his goals and finding true rewards.
Mildred, the orphanage owner, tells Lewis, "Maybe you haven't found the right family yet." At a science fair, he meets a time traveler named Wilbur Robinson, and together they go to the future. While staying at Wilbur's house, his family grows to love Lewis like a member of their own, and he wishes for a family like them and becomes best friends with Wilbur. Eventually, he learns they are his future family, realizing that living in the past and trying to reunite with his biological mother is pointless because he already has a family.
When the future randomly disappears, Wilbur encourages Lewis to fix the time machine because he is the only one with knowledge of science and mechanics and will soon be the only individual present. This causes Lewis to embrace his failures, work toward success, and bring back the future. He eventually returns to the present, fixes his memory scanner, wins the science fair, and gets adopted.
The scenes where the Robinsons embrace Lewis are heartwarming, highlighting the healing power of love and chosen family, especially considering his background as an orphan. Lewis's adoption starts not just a new beginning but also his capacity for love and a family. These moments capture the essence of hope and the transformative nature of relationships.
I deeply relate to Lewis's journey because I experienced similar challenges, but I'm going to try not to go too much in-depth about it. During my middle school years, I faced a series of hardships and adversities in and out of school that caused me to lose interest in life and feel like I was overstaying my welcome to the world. I was longing for the past again, when life was good. I watched the movie in science class for the first time in years towards the end of eighth grade-my last year of middle school-and saw it a couple of times at home shortly afterward. You're probably wondering why I didn't apply the lessons it offered. At that time, I thought it was pointless because the idea of having a good life again felt too good to be true. While I loved the movie and was happy for Lewis's happy ending, I found it hard to believe I could achieve something similar.
During my early high school days, I unexpectedly began to experience positive changes in my life little by little, both in and out of school. One of the biggest factors of this transformation was that I attended high school with an entirely new group of kids, which allowed me to find a few changes to embrace-much like Lewis did when he stopped living in the past. I didn't know any of those kids before high school, except for my cousin Brycen and a couple of his friends, who were seniors when I was a freshman, and they motivated me to attend that school. This fresh start was exciting, especially since I was eager for new friendships. All the kids I met accepted me for who I was, allowing me to open up without being bullied, even for expressing my unusual interests and disinterests for my age, such as my liking towards preschool shows like Blue's Clues, The Wiggles, and Sesame Street, saying that I still enjoy playing with toys at home, and more.
This acceptance helped me overcome the loneliness I felt in middle school, especially after losing three close friends who moved away. I felt valued and loved, much like Lewis found with the Robinsons. This shift allowed me to embrace both my past and present, realizing that longing for the past again was pointless, similar to Lewis's journey. Throughout high school and afterward, I often reflected on my journey and realized I needed to keep searching for the right environment-similar to Mildred's comment-which I eventually did. Watching the movie multiple times during this period helped me relate to Lewis's experiences and growth, deepening my appreciation for the changes in my own life.
Since regaining my interest in life, I have never given up hope for negative experiences to improve or go away, while also trying not to raise my hopes too high. I finished high school two years ago and am now navigating a problematic, yet slowly improving community college experience. However, I still enjoy life outside of school, feel that I have a bright future ahead of me, and keep my high school memories alive to the best of my ability. There's also a possibility that I'll work at the same high school I attended after college.
I feel compassion for The Bowler Hat Guy due to his tragic backstory. Towards the end, he is revealed to be an adult version of Mike "Goob" Yagoobian, Lewis's roommate, which explains his grudge against Lewis. Lewis kept Goob awake all night while working on the memory scanner, causing him to fall asleep during a baseball game and not catch the ball. This led to his team losing and resulted in his abandonment at the orphanage. His resentment toward Lewis's success ultimately causes him to seek revenge by trying to crush Lewis's dreams.
His backstory evokes sympathy; he is a product of his circumstances, shaped by abandonment and failure. While Lewis embodies hope and determination, The Bowler Hat Guy is consumed by bitterness and revenge, creating an interesting contrast between the two characters.
Seeing Lewis give The Bowler Hat Guy a second chance truly touches my heart. It highlights the themes of redemption and the potential for change. Lewis's kindness and understanding show that even those who seem lost can find a better path, and he recognizes that The Bowler Hat Guy doesn't want to be a villain. There are a lot of fictional bad guys with tragic backstories, but Lewis is one of the few good guys I know of who feels sorry for the bad guy and recognizes that he's misunderstood.
The scene where Lewis wakes up Goob at the baseball game, gives him the chance to catch the ball, and changes his future is incredibly uplifting. His happy ending reminds us of how our choices shape our lives. Overall, these moments resonate with me, emphasizing hope and compassion.
I love Lewis's first invention, the memory scanner, because it helps the characters recall events they don't remember clearly and can even project video footage of those memories. Sometimes I struggle to remember specific details of my experiences, no matter how hard I try or who I ask. If the memory scanner were real, that problem could easily be solved. I would definitely want to get my hands on one!
Most of the movie's humor comes from the main villain, The Bowler Hat Guy. His funniest moments include when he comes up with his evil plans and realizes that they're stupid right away and others where he uses them only to realize how foolish they are later. Plus, there is a hilarious running gag where he controls a frog and then a dinosaur to capture Lewis, only for both creatures to point out that he didn't think his plans through.
There are also other funny moments, particularly when Lewis shares what he learned about the Robinson family tree. He has not yet met Wilbur's dad, Cornelius, and Wilbur can't say what he looks like for spoiler reasons, so a picture of Tom Selleck appears instead. This choice is completely unexpected and random. Coincidentally, it is revealed in the end credits that Cornelius is voiced by Tom Selleck.
The visuals are not only realistic but also incredibly imaginative, blending vibrant colors with detailed textures that bring the characters and settings to life. The animation is an absolute mix of cartoonish charm and lifelike qualities, allowing viewers to engage themselves in the story. There's a distinct futuristic flair in the design of the gadgets and settings, which feels inventive and ahead of its time. The expressive character animations draw you into their emotions, making every scene resonate deeply. Additionally, the fluidity of movement and the creative use of lighting add depth and warmth, enhancing the viewing experience.
I strongly appreciate the inspiring messages in this story: the importance of moving forward and not giving up. We've all heard phrases like "don't give up" and "try and try again until you succeed" countless times, but the story takes it a step further, emphasizing that perseverance allows us to embrace failures, keep searching, and live in the present. This is a perspective we don't often see! The protagonist, Lewis, has lived in an orphanage since he was a baby and had 124 rejected adoption interviews, leading him to feel unwanted. After a failed invention, he decides to stop trying and go back in time to meet the mother he never knew, hoping to change his fate.
It's understandable for Lewis to feel discouraged because he put so much effort into his inventions and attempts to get adopted, only to fail every time. Interestingly, adult Lewis, aka Cornelius, created 952 prototypes of his time machine before succeeding, demonstrating that determination is not just about our failures but also about the resilience we show. His journey illustrates how persistence can lead to breakthroughs in even the most challenging attempts.
The Robinsons support Lewis after he struggles to fix the peanut butter and jelly maker he made earlier, reinforcing that failure offers great learning experiences. Franny notes that we often learn more from our failures than when we initially succeed, helping Lewis understand that persistence is key to achieving his goals and finding true rewards.
Mildred, the orphanage owner, tells Lewis, "Maybe you haven't found the right family yet." At a science fair, he meets a time traveler named Wilbur Robinson, and together they go to the future. While staying at Wilbur's house, his family grows to love Lewis like a member of their own, and he wishes for a family like them and becomes best friends with Wilbur. Eventually, he learns they are his future family, realizing that living in the past and trying to reunite with his biological mother is pointless because he already has a family.
When the future randomly disappears, Wilbur encourages Lewis to fix the time machine because he is the only one with knowledge of science and mechanics and will soon be the only individual present. This causes Lewis to embrace his failures, work toward success, and bring back the future. He eventually returns to the present, fixes his memory scanner, wins the science fair, and gets adopted.
The scenes where the Robinsons embrace Lewis are heartwarming, highlighting the healing power of love and chosen family, especially considering his background as an orphan. Lewis's adoption starts not just a new beginning but also his capacity for love and a family. These moments capture the essence of hope and the transformative nature of relationships.
I deeply relate to Lewis's journey because I experienced similar challenges, but I'm going to try not to go too much in-depth about it. During my middle school years, I faced a series of hardships and adversities in and out of school that caused me to lose interest in life and feel like I was overstaying my welcome to the world. I was longing for the past again, when life was good. I watched the movie in science class for the first time in years towards the end of eighth grade-my last year of middle school-and saw it a couple of times at home shortly afterward. You're probably wondering why I didn't apply the lessons it offered. At that time, I thought it was pointless because the idea of having a good life again felt too good to be true. While I loved the movie and was happy for Lewis's happy ending, I found it hard to believe I could achieve something similar.
During my early high school days, I unexpectedly began to experience positive changes in my life little by little, both in and out of school. One of the biggest factors of this transformation was that I attended high school with an entirely new group of kids, which allowed me to find a few changes to embrace-much like Lewis did when he stopped living in the past. I didn't know any of those kids before high school, except for my cousin Brycen and a couple of his friends, who were seniors when I was a freshman, and they motivated me to attend that school. This fresh start was exciting, especially since I was eager for new friendships. All the kids I met accepted me for who I was, allowing me to open up without being bullied, even for expressing my unusual interests and disinterests for my age, such as my liking towards preschool shows like Blue's Clues, The Wiggles, and Sesame Street, saying that I still enjoy playing with toys at home, and more.
This acceptance helped me overcome the loneliness I felt in middle school, especially after losing three close friends who moved away. I felt valued and loved, much like Lewis found with the Robinsons. This shift allowed me to embrace both my past and present, realizing that longing for the past again was pointless, similar to Lewis's journey. Throughout high school and afterward, I often reflected on my journey and realized I needed to keep searching for the right environment-similar to Mildred's comment-which I eventually did. Watching the movie multiple times during this period helped me relate to Lewis's experiences and growth, deepening my appreciation for the changes in my own life.
Since regaining my interest in life, I have never given up hope for negative experiences to improve or go away, while also trying not to raise my hopes too high. I finished high school two years ago and am now navigating a problematic, yet slowly improving community college experience. However, I still enjoy life outside of school, feel that I have a bright future ahead of me, and keep my high school memories alive to the best of my ability. There's also a possibility that I'll work at the same high school I attended after college.
I feel compassion for The Bowler Hat Guy due to his tragic backstory. Towards the end, he is revealed to be an adult version of Mike "Goob" Yagoobian, Lewis's roommate, which explains his grudge against Lewis. Lewis kept Goob awake all night while working on the memory scanner, causing him to fall asleep during a baseball game and not catch the ball. This led to his team losing and resulted in his abandonment at the orphanage. His resentment toward Lewis's success ultimately causes him to seek revenge by trying to crush Lewis's dreams.
His backstory evokes sympathy; he is a product of his circumstances, shaped by abandonment and failure. While Lewis embodies hope and determination, The Bowler Hat Guy is consumed by bitterness and revenge, creating an interesting contrast between the two characters.
Seeing Lewis give The Bowler Hat Guy a second chance truly touches my heart. It highlights the themes of redemption and the potential for change. Lewis's kindness and understanding show that even those who seem lost can find a better path, and he recognizes that The Bowler Hat Guy doesn't want to be a villain. There are a lot of fictional bad guys with tragic backstories, but Lewis is one of the few good guys I know of who feels sorry for the bad guy and recognizes that he's misunderstood.
The scene where Lewis wakes up Goob at the baseball game, gives him the chance to catch the ball, and changes his future is incredibly uplifting. His happy ending reminds us of how our choices shape our lives. Overall, these moments resonate with me, emphasizing hope and compassion.