I saw "Wreck-It Ralph" last night and had a thoroughly delightful time. Though many might avoid this little flick because of the gaming milieu, I recommend you put this aside and consider it above more "serious" fare (or see it in addition to). The main character (seen above in a " Bad-Anon" meeting - a very funny take on a 12-step group for bad guys) is Wreck-It Ralph, a gaming villain tired of being the bad guy. His quest to be accepted and, even loved (he has a heart, after all), leads him on an adventure in a neighboring game where he gets to find a selfless heroism which is real and not just the hero's medal he initially seeks. The animation is well-crafted and the voice work is spot-on (especially Jane Lynch as the tough-as-nails soldier). Not just for the gamers among us...an intelligent use of pop culture to tell a timeless story of the Hero's Quest. I recommend...
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