Rango

Witty, nutty and odd with a hint of the eccentric, which is just what  Johnny Depp does best.   Rango is the combination of his greatest characters.  Like Hunter S. Thompson, he narrates his every thought.  And like the Mad Hatter, he's intellectually delusional.  And finally, like Willy Wonka, he's social awkward.

Rango isn't your typical kiddie animation.  In fact, I wouldn't recommend it for kids under the age of 10.  The story is all over the place but basically just borrows its ideas for the vast collection of Western classics.  There are dark and surreal moments and light and fun moments which make an entertaining tapestry of awe.  And where the overall storyline shows some weakness, the animation and voice-acting more than make up for it.  This is by far one of the most interesting and detailed animations that I've ever seen.

So if you're in the mood for something a little different, I would recommend giving Rango a try.  But if your a movie buff or a western buff, then you have to see it. 

Rating: 8.5 out of 10