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1. Stephan Rondepierre 02.17.14 / 10pm

   I have not yet seen Monsters University. I agree that Minsters Inc. was a really good movie. I myself have seen this movie upwards to ten times. This review makes me skeptical now as to if I should use my time to watch this movie or choose to watch something else. Since the first movie was so good, it will be pretty hard for the second one to live up to its expectations. This review sums the movie up short and sweet.
2. Hamza Sabri 02.17.14 / 11pm

   Yes, the movie was entertaining but it didn’t have the same originality of the original monster Inc. It felt like they made this mvid just because they new they could for money. The filmmakers definitely could have made the plot a lot less generic.
3. Sara Grab 02.21.14 / 7pm

   I agree with the review the movie lacked something. The story line wasn’t amazing and something just felt wrong like it was trying to hard to be an amazing sequel. I think Monster Inc was so well done that it was almost near to impossible to create a movie that could top it. I still enjoyed seeing my two favorite monsters however was disappointed with the overall outcome of the movie. I was expecting a little bit more I wouldn’t recommend this movie to many people. good try guys but you just cant beat the first monster inc.
4. Keyvan Yaldayi 02.21.14 / 7pm

   Yes we do! How could we forget them, they glue your heart together when it’s broken, Pixar films tend to do that.

   I think they took too long on the sequel, though Toy Story 3 would argue with me that that shouldn’t really matter, but I do agree that it was not as momentous as the first, but it was better than other Pixar sequels like Cars. (Remember when all they did was original entertainment?, ah the Good Ol’ Days)

   This is “Revenge of the Nerds” for the toddlers. And animated.

   You wouldn’t recommend it? what other animated fare is there? Despicable me 2? Pharell Williams singing that awful song “Happy” all day long? The Dreamworks snail movie “Turbo”?

   Even a so-so Pixar film is light years ahead of the competition, no?

   It did lack something, something…. can’t put my finger on it…
5. adolfo_gonzalez 03.04.14 / 9pm

   Again, another animation movie. I told you that I love these types of films. Believe it or not, it took me a while to realize that this movie was actually taking place before the original Monsters, Inc. Before popping it into the DVD player, I thought it was a sequel. Obviously I eventually realized that it actually took place before Monsters, Inc., and that caught me by surprise. But the film was decent. The first one was definitely much better, but it gave a good understanding as to why certain things happened in the first movie and where they came from. I give it a 7.5 out of 10.
6. LUKE LOGGINS 03.10.14 / 5pm

   I have to say I disagree with this review. I was also I huge Monsters Inc. fan, but I thought this one was equally great. Personally I thought this one had even funnier jokes, especially the frequent back-and-forth wisecracks between Sully and Mike. I thought it was brilliant that the filmmakers realized that so much time had passed between this movie and the previous Monsters Inc. that their primary children audience was all grown up now, and like myself, in college. That is why I thought it was a great idea to have this movie’s setting be a college campus, the kids that loved the first one could understand these jokes about parties and Greek life.
7. amberlinehan 03.12.14 / 2pm

   I like how you mentioned that the second one will have a hard time living up to the second one. I saw the second one and still do not think it was as good as the first. The first one was the best because it was the first time showing it and also had Boo in it. I think she made a big impact in the movie because of her sweetness and how cute she was. The second one was good but not the best. I think they made the second one recently because the kids who were a pre teen around the time the first movie came out are now in college so they made a college sequel. I’m not really a huge fan on sequel movies that go back in time before the original movie. I rather have it in order then jumping from different time eras. Overall, good review on Monsters University.
8. Pierce Romero 03.20.14 / 8pm

   I like that this review gives a good background of the previous film Monsters Inc. and compares it with the sequel Monsters University. I do agree with you that Monsters Inc. was really hard to live up too because of how successful it was and really how good of a film it was. This film however just doesn’t match that excellence. I think that the plot and the whole idea of them going to school is really cool but it’s didn’t excite me like the previous film did. Overall this was a mediocre film so I wouldn’t necessarily recommend it. There was definitely a need for a sequel after the first one but I wish they would have made a better film.
9. Austin Kastenberg 03.21.14 / 7pm

   After watching this film, I personally thought that it was a great film. However, you made some good points. I definitely agree that it did not live up to the original, but I expected that. One because it was twelve years removed and also, the second film in a series almost never produces the same reaction twice or has a chance of beating the first film. I think you made a good point about the story-line. It was not that strong, but it was entertaining nonetheless. Even though your review is swayed heavily against the film you make some substantial points that have made me reconsider the film. I will have to watch the film a second time to give it a better critics eye point of view.
10. Jrlooney 03.23.14 / 9pm

    The first one to me was better. This one felt slower and not as fast paced as the first. The story line could have been stronger. I like the overall idea but it is a movie you can only watch every once and awhile. Although this one had some memorable moments, and provided insight to the first movie I didn’t think it was terrible. I thought it was cute. I really liked some of the new characters that was introduced. The dull story line at times was sparked with some of the comedy. I’m not sure if I like the first one better because I was a lot younger when I saw it. The second one seems more intended for a little bit older of a crowd and I think that is what makes it not even close to the first. Even though it wasn’t up to expectations, it still has some entertaining parts. I will have to watch it again to verify.
11. Michael Guess 04.02.14 / 4pm

    I found this to be a pretty good squeal/prequel to the original Monsters inc. film , although this film does not capture the cute funny moments that the first one had because of the character boo not being existent at the time period where this story takes place. The up side is that this film gives the viewers a new look at how are our two protagonists met each other in their college years and the shenanigans they get into . The film introduces some cool new and funny characters and has its memorial scenes , though I think personally those who grew up with the first film would enjoy this film a lot more than the younger audience .Over all this is a good film to watch with your younger siblings or girlfriend or boyfriend on a popcorn night .
12. Sam Abkin 04.28.14 / 5pm

    I agree that the first Monsters Inc. was so good, it was hard to have the second one meet the same expectations. At the same time, I think Disney and Pixar are geniuses with their films, and the second one could have been just as good if they put a little more effort into it. I also thought that Pixar/Disney was trying hard to appeal to a college audience because a lot of the viewers who saw the first Monsters Inc. when it came out are now in college. I didn’t think putting in college parties and playing electro music touched me the same way that the first Monsters Inc. made me feel.
13. Eduardo Weldt 05.02.14 / 12am

    Ok, usually I haven’t seen any of the movies I comment on here because most of them I had never heard of. However I am ashamed to admit I haven’t seen this one even though it was one of my favorites when I was just a kid. Although you said you don’t recommend I think any kid who was raised watching Disney movies will watch this for the awesome nostalgia feeling. Another thing that makes me look forward to watching this movie is the fact that now they are in college just like me. I will watch this movie to find out whether you are right or not.
14. Josh Feldman 06.21.14 / 12pm

    I enjoyed how you mentioned the first film and its differences to the sequel in this review. However, I disagree that it is not worth seeing. Although the film is not as good as its predecessor, its still an awesome film. You could easily tell that Pixar put a lot of care in developing new characters and expanding the story of Mike and Sully. When seeing this movie, I expected a lot of the things that you brought up in your review. However, I was pleasantly surprised after viewing the film. Monsters University takes a more comedic standpoint than Monsters Inc. and is a big throw-back to the original. Almost all of the cast of the original appears in Monsters University in some way or form. Its an overall fun film, with appealing and fun characters. I agree that Monsters University does not live up to the original, but that is completely fine, due to it being a very enjoyable experience.
15. Andrea Wendel 07.01.14 / 3pm

    This review provided a decent summary of the basics in the story line, but I disagree that it is not worth seeing! It was definitely different than the first in a lot of ways, but I thought overall the characters were much more lovable. Not to mention the idea of going back in time instead of forward is a much more original idea. It allows you to see a time when these two inseparable partners in crime are not even friends at all, and you also get to see how enemies from the first film were made. It’s definitely worth watching if you are a Monsters Inc. fan!
16. Katrina Storton 07.02.14 / 8pm

    Monsters Inc. was and still is my favorite Pixar film. I highly disagree that this film isn’t worth seeing. Not saying this is the best movie Pixar has made, or that it exceeds the original. However, Monster’s University is a good prequel for what it is, it explained all the connections, and made the viewer fall in love with the same two monsters once again. The ending in my opinion, was actually well done. The idea of working in the mail room was cute and was a clever way of reintroducing the abominable snowman.

    Pixar did a good job, even though everyone was expecting a sequel since there was open ending in Monsters Inc.. Nonetheless the prequel was still satisfying overall.
17. Chloe Nichols 07.05.14 / 8pm

    The Monsters Inc films are by far my favorite Pixar films. The first film came out when I was in Elementry school and the second film, Monsters University, came out when I was first starting college. Due to this, I found these films to be very intriguing when they were first released in theaters. Many prequels have a reputation for being duds due to the lack of creativity for the story line. However, this movie has a straight story line that easily relates back to the first movie. I would like there to be a sequel to the first movie due to the films open ending.
18. Richard M 07.08.14 / 4pm

    This film definitely does not surpass the previous film, and the original Monsters Inc. For me, the film should have never been made into a sequel as the first film was seen, and still is seen as one of the biggest films produced by Pixar. Just like other films such as Jaws, Jurassic Park and The Expendable, I believe if the post film has made such a massive impact then you should not “fix something that isn’t broken”. Of course, in some occasions like Harry Potter and Twilight, the next films in sequence have a solid plot with a continuing storyline and therefore work. Props to Pixar for making a serious amount of money on this production, but for me, the first Monsters Inc will always be the best.
19. jeremy fox 07.12.14 / 3pm

    Although, i saw the first Monsters inc, i never got around to watching the sequel. It didnt really catch my eye, but after reading this review i am definently watching this sequel. Great job giving a brief explanation of what to expect in the film without giving to much away
20. Chloe Behm 10.12.14 / 3pm

    I loved reading this review, because I have seen “Monsters University” before and this was a perfect example of it. This was such a funny movie and I agree that it is hard to live up to how the first movie was because it was so good and funny. I definitely think the first one was better but the second one is for sure hilarious and almost just as good. The summary was very well written and had exactly what happened in the film, in a small summary. I also agree that University was strong but not strong enough, I think they could have thought of another topic but the review was overall great!
21. Claesen Wyckoff 10.15.14 / 11pm

    I was a fan of the original Monsters Inc. and enjoyed this prequel as well. It was clever how the writers connected this film to the other mostly with little one liners like in the mailroom, the Abominable Snowman says, “careful newbies, I’ll have you know tampering with the mail is a crime punishable by banishment”, this is funny because we know that’s what the snowman did in between the first and second films. The librarian scene is my favorite part, it’s a good example of how spectacular the animation can change your perspective in a spectacular way, and one second she looks like the rest of the monsters next she is as tall as the ceiling. All this being said, I agree with this review, the first film was more original and would be hard to beat.
22. Emily Bedolla 10.20.14 / 11am

    I like how your review is truthful. Many reviews now-a-days either praise or completely attack the basis of a movie. I think it is safe to say that Monsters Inc. is a classic that most people enjoyed as a child. Pixar movies usually go above and beyond with the animation. That being said, almost no sequels match up to the original. I think that sequels are just a sad attempt to make more money off an original concept and they usually over do it. The fact that the writers decided to make it a movie about college when their audience is mostly children is kinda of a hit and miss. They really didn’t know who they were directing this movie at and its hard for kids and college students to relate to.
23. Barnaby Hitchcock 03.11.15 / 5pm

    Your review gives a good summary of Monsters University and I agree with most of you points. I loved Monsters Inc., it was one of my childhood favourites and I have seen it countless times. I agree with your comment on the idea, the concept of doing a prequel based at university is interesting, but it didn’t live up to the standards set by the first film. However, I would still recommend it to people as it still made me laugh and I enjoyed seeing how Mike and Sully became friends. Just don’t expect it to be better than the first because it doesn’t quite achieve that.
24. Sam Fielding 03.11.15 / 6pm

    I think your review / summary of the movie is spot on in most parts. I grew up watching Monsters Inc and couldn’t wait to watch this one when it hit the movie theatres. What I really liked was how it was linked to the first movie, seeing how both Mike and Sully got to where they are now and what their experiences were of university. I think it did live up to expectations, people waited years to see this movie and I would recommend people to watch this online or on DVD. Great for the children but for people finishing their teen years, they will enjoy if they have seen the first.
25. Mark H Ruppert 06.19.15 / 11pm

    I was a really big fan of the original “Monsters Inc” movie and when I saw previews for “Monsters University” I was also skeptical about how good it was going to be. Going in to this movie with an open mind and trying my best not to compare it to the original, I left the theater thinking that “Monsters University” was a pretty good movie. I agree with your review that University was not as good of a movie as the original, but I do think that it is a movie worth seeing. If you go into this movie comparing it to the original you will probably see it as a bad movie, otherwise I think most people would generally enjoy this movie and I would rate it a 8/10.
26. Julia CompetelliPizza 07.19.15 / 11pm

    I agree with you on that this movie didn’t live up to the original Monsters Inc. When this film originally came out, I was surprised that they were actually going to make a second one after all this time. Monsters Inc. didn’t leave us with any unanswered questions so I was confused as to why they made another one. This movie was cute, just not anywhere near the idea or standards of the first one. I liked how it showed us how Sully and Mike became friends and how they got where they were in the original movie, but it was almost unnecessary. The theme of “everyone needs friends, and no one will win success by giving up – even if it is also important to see its limitations” is definitely spot on.
27. Angela Chung 07.21.15 / 5pm

    I personally though it was a really great film. I mean, I do believe this first one is significantly better, but I think Pixar did an incredible job on this one. I think it gives a lot more substance necessary backstory to Monsters Inc. So, I might have to disagree with some of your points respectfully. I don’t think they necessarily needed a very strong line, since we already assumed they were going to end up working together at Monsters Inc. I felt more like the purpose was to know how they became friends/partners, and I believe it to be a good approach to that.
28. donovan 11.06.15 / 6pm

    When I heard that Disney finally announced the prequel to Monsters Inc was going to be Monster’s University I completely lost it. Being a kid in the early 2000’s, this film is a classic in my movie collection. I was a little skeptical about the film not living up to it’s height’s, but sure enough I was wrong to even think that way. This film was phenomenal in every way! The visual effects were something to watch and I loved how insanely funny it was. The characters were spot on and I got to see how the funny but yet loving relationship between Mike and Sulley came about.
29. Victoria Garcia 06.12.17 / 2pm

    Monsters University was a cute backtrack of the film before that we all watched as kids “Monsters Inc”. This movie took us back in time and showed the people watching how Mike grew up and the Scare University he had dreamed of attending. It takes us through his college struggles and introduces us to his best friend he end up working with in Monsters Inc. We see the two motivate there fellow frat house brothers to complete the unimaginable scare competition. I think this movie is cute for little kids to show them that just because the group they might end up in i s a little different from the cool kids it shouldn’t stop them from trying to help motivate them to complete tasks as a group.
30. mlmonlleo 06.09.18 / 9pm

    I have seen both the original and the prequel to Monster’s Inc. While i don’t think it was equally as good as the first movie, it was nice to get a look of how Mike and Sully’s friendship started and progressed through time. It gives a good background and understanding of their relationship as well as how sully is put on a pedestal.
31. Meridith Grodin 06.14.18 / 4pm

    I agree wholeheartedly with your review of Monsters University. I too, loved Monsters, Inc and couldn’t imagine how they were going to make a second movie. I definitely think their attempt was sub-par, but I feel that with so many Disney sequels. Sometimes it’s OK to just leave a good thing alone and not try to recreate it just for financial gain, but hey, that’s what Disney does, doesn’t it?! It would be great if they could come up with new ideas that were even better than previous ones. I’m sure there are new ideas that come in all the time, it would be great to see those made into movies vs just remaking the same ones again and again.
32. Megan Aronson 09.12.18 / 12am

    All in all I always have a biased opinion, that I always think the first movie is better. I have to agree with you, that even though Monster’s University is good, it is nothing compared to the first one. In Monster’s Inc, I like all of the characters and their personalities a lot better and I enjoy it more when Sully and Mike are friends throughout the entire movie, which is not the case in the second one. I also have to say that “Boo” is my favorite character in this movie series and unfortunately she does not appear in Monster’s University. I have to agree with you that nothing compares to the first one, with the second one being a little more dull. Finally, I wanted to add this this is a good and short review and I enjoyed reading what you have to say on this topic.
33. Preston Gomersall 03.03.21 / 12am

    I agree with you that it is usually difficult for a film producer to follow up a great movie with another great movie and that the sequel often ends up being a disappointment when compared to the original, but I do not think this is the case for Monsters University. I think the screenplay writer did a great job of connecting the two plots from Monsters Inc. and Monsters University. I thought that the Monsters University flowed perfectly into the beginning of Monsters Inc. I was concerned that there would be disparity in the main characters personalities because the two movies were made 13 years apart. However, the Mike Wazowski in Monsters University was indistinguishable from the Mike Wazowski in Monsters Inc. The movie achieved its goal of resembling Monsters Inc., but it also had its own unique storyline. Therefore, I would have to disagree with your statement that the film“ was a good idea but not quite good enough.”
34. Arwin Sabaghan 03.14.22 / 11am

    I haven’t seen Monster Inc. but I think Monster University is still a very good film. I found myself enjoying every time I watched the film. I see many people didn’t enjoy Monster University as the first one Monster Inc. I’ll definitely watch the first one and see how good it is in comparison to Monster University.

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