Alex has been talking about going to see “The Pirates Who Don’t Do Anything” for WEEKS. So today I picked up the little man and his friend AC from school, grabbed them some lunch, and headed to the theatre (or, as A. says: “the-AY-tur”). We were there for the very first showing at 12:55 because THAT, THAT IS HOW WE ROLL.
I have no idea what that last sentence means, by the way. But it made me laugh so I left it. I believe that’s referred to as “editorial license.”
Anyway, I was almost as excited about the movie as A. and AC were because I really do love me some Veggie Tales. They make me laugh, and when A. was a toddler the Veggie Tales videos saved my sanity on many an afternoon. Bob and Larry are like old friends, old friends who used to entertain my child for ENTIRE THIRTY MINUTE INCREMENTS so that I could decompress from THE CONSTANT TALKING THAT NEVER ENDED BECAUSE THE BOY, HE USED TO TALK WITHOUT STOPPING EVER.
I don’t have to rely on Bob and Larry nearly as much these days, but still, we’re fans for life in our house. We couldn’t wait to see the movie.
And you know what? It did not disappoint. Both kids LOVED it. They giggled and guffawed and squealed. They sat way up on the edge of their seats during the action sequences and were totally absorbed in the story. And, when the movie was over, A. grabbed my hand as we walked down the stairs and he said, “That was a great show, Mama!”
AC totally agreed with him, going so far as to say that her favorite part was every single part. Which is some pretty high praise from a preschooler.
So if you have a free hour and a half this weekend, load up the kids and take them to see the Pirates. While this film is not based on a specific Bible story like previous Veggie Tales adventures, it is definitely allegorical, and grown-ups won’t miss the symbolism (the father is the Father, the help-seeker is the Holy Spirit, trusting the rock is trusting the Rock, and since you, the grown-ups, won’t miss the symbolism, I’m not exactly sure why I’m boring you with a list of symbols).
(Oh, I do apologize.)
In conclusion comma because I am all about a process, I asked A. to rate the movie for the internets. I gave him the following Terribly Scientific criteria as a guide:
1 star – didn’t like the movie much
2 stars – liked the movie a little
3 stars – liked the movie
4 stars – liked the movie a bunch
5 stars – liked the movie a big ole, super-huge bunch
You’ll be shocked to know that he gave it 5 stars.
Have fun at the picture show, interpeeps.
And have a great weekend, too.
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We took our kids to see it yesterday too. . .however, since they are full-time schoolers, we couldn’t make it until the 6:05 showing. They loved it.
I thought Jonah was better. . .but it was still great and the scenery animation was top notch.
Thanks for the review. We are planning on taking our 3 year old daughter on Friday- her very first movie in a the-AY-tur!
Your post motivated me to get the children AND spousal unit dressed and out to the see the movie. My six year old loved it, but the three year old got bored about half-way through.
Thanks for the push!
Interpeeps??? Is that a new one?
This post made me laugh and smile and want to see the movie. And tell you how much I love you and your blog.
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I’m just sorry that mine are too old for veggie tales now. They saved my sanity too for many a year.
Here’s a site that A. might enjoy: http://veggiepirates.com/
We had the chance to lie around yesterday afternoon too, but passed up the chance to take the bunny skating for the first time! I am so glad we did….check it out!!!
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Thanks for the review! My man and I don’t have kids yet, but we are definitely planning to go see this movie! I first discovered Veggie Tales in college and have been a fan ever since. I introduced them to Hubby, too. Sadly, he is *from* Boston and therefore, clearly, has been there in the fall, so he cannot sing the song. :(
… And he also loves to say “that’s how we roll.” ;)
i forgot it was coming out!! i’ll totally hafta take my friend’s kids.
have you read Me, Myself, and Bob: A True Story About God, Dreams, and Talking Vegetables
by Phil Vischer, the guy who is Bob? it’s on my wish list ;)
We have never been able to watch a single episode of VT without DS (just turned 4) running out of the room in fear.
We saw it yesterday! LOVED IT! 6 stars!! The allegory was not lost on me! It was just so darn cute and it has quite possibly THE BEST Silly Song in a long time at the end. Totally put in for mom and dad. DH and I howled when it came on. The 3 year old loved it too but couldn’t quite figure out why we thought it was so funny. YAYYYYY Big Idea!
I took my niece and nephew to see it on Saturday afternoon. It was great, but I sat there thinking, “this asparagus reminds me of someone.” And then it hit me, “it’s Tim Gunn!” I laughed out loud! Go see it…check it out for yourself.
MY WIFE DOES THAT NEVER STOPS TALKING THING. I HAVE AN OFFICE NOW BECAUSE SHE NEVER STOPS TALKING AND I CAN’T GET ANY WORK DONE.
Do you know where I can get those Veggie Tale tapes?
Can’t wait to see it!
I’m trying to line up some babysitting for Logan so that my husband and I can BOTH take Camden to see this movie. Because honestly, even if we didn’t have children of movie-going age, we would still see it. We are deeply fond of Bob, Larry, and the rest of them. Not only for their amazing ability to entertain toddlers, as you rightly mentioned. But also because we just plain enjoy them. In fact, we now quote Veggie Tales to each other on a regular basis.
Veggie Tales were a big hit with my oldest, about 10 years ago. when we saw the previews we busted out singing our old faves(she still remembers them!) like “No HAIR for my hairbrush” and laughing. My littles thought we were w.e.i.r.d. After reading this post, I’m thinking I might be introducing them to VT at our local theater- ‘cuz that is how I roll. Knowing full well what that last phrase means, I know I have used it improperly and I don’t care- ‘cuz that is truly how I roll. ;)
I was able to preview the movie, and I was thrilled with it! I haven’t been able to get there since it officially opened to see what they changed, but I know it was good.
I can’t wait until it comes out on video!
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