WORKING HARD: Chriss Pratt (Emmet) and Nick Offerman (Craggy, Metal Beard) are both stars on the tv show. Park and Recreation. Will Ferrell plays more than one character in “The Lego Movie.”

“The Lego Movie” brought a lot more to the table than anyone first thought it would. When the trailers for Warner Bros. next animated move were first released several months, many were skeptical as  it appeared to be one more attempt of corporate Hollywood to earn a quick dollar. However, as the release date drew closer and more trailers were being released, the film looked more and more promising.

“The Lego Movie” did not disappoint in any regard.  What appeared at first glance to be just a cheap shot at a few yucks , turned into a movie that worked on every level. There were jokes that were simple enough for children to get and many others that would only be understood by older audiences. The animation was so well done that the Legos looked real to the touch. The themes delivered by “The Lego Movie” were beautifully woven into the story. Themes of friendship, embracing your inner child, the importance of father son relationships and discovering every persons hidden potential were covered thoroughly.

The story revolves around an ordinary Lego person named Emmett (voiced by Chris Pratt) who is swept up in a great adventure to stop the evil Lord Business(voiced by Will Ferrell) from destroying the Lego world. In his adventures he meets many heroes voiced by a star studded cast. Morgan Freeman voiced a blind wizard, Elizabeth Banks voices the female lead Wyldstyle/Lucy and Will Arnett voices Batman.

The music was also fantastic the original song “Everything is Awesome” by Tegan & Sara featuring Lonely Island made for the film is worked in throughout the whole movie in different subtle ways. The song is catchy and lifts the spirit.

Anyone who has not already seen this movie should do so as soon as possible. Take your friends, girlfriends, boyfriends, kids,  and parents; everyone will enjoy this movie.