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'Up'

Neither a talking animal nor a self-aware toy, Carl Fredricksen of "Up" marks a departure from the usual Disney- Pixar creations. He's a senior citizen and grieving widower, living on a fixed income and facing eviction. If you spotted a news story about Carl, you'd probably skip right over it - who wants to be depressed?

But in this whimsical, freewheeling tale, Carl is a lively, lovable hero....

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