Python Hyena Planes: Fire and Rescue (2014): Dir: Roberts "Bobs" Gannaway / Voices: Dane Cook, Julie Bowen, Ed Harris, Stacy Keach, Teri Hatcher: Sequel to Planes where it examines new talents and the extremes one could go to exercise potential. Hero race plane Dusty Crophopper is troubled when he has a engine trouble where in the replacement is near impossible. When a fire breaks out they are under threat when containing it caused so much damage. Dusty decides to assist the ageing fire engine by going off to be trained to be a fire fighting plane. This plot is similar to Cars both in story and character yet it still manages detail. What is most alarming is the amount of fires that seem to pop up constantly keeping these vehicles with minds of their own busy. The outcome is easily predictable but the screenplay is surprisingly sturdy. Dane Cook voices Dusty and unfortunately he is the only character of interest in this scrap heap. Dusty is hindered of his passion yet finds opportunity elsewhere where new abilities are harnessed. Other characters are not so colourful. Julie Bowen voices a creepy female plane who seems to enter Dusty's space a tad too much. Ed Harris voices an ever familiar personality of a helicopter with a past that he tries to forget. Stacy Keach voices Dusty's mentor, and Teri Hatcher voices a forklift. Despite themes of courage and ability this film only exists to cash in on the first film, which in itself, was just a cash in on Cars. The animated characters are colourful but many of their personalities die like an engine that is long overdue to be replaced with something far more interesting than this. Score: 5 ½ / 10

postaldude1013 I had great expectations for both "Planes" and "Planes: Fire and rescue". Both were letdowns! Neither film had the humor, heart and charisma that have characterized previous Pixar films. Ever since Disney bought out Pixar I have noticed a distinct decline in the quality of films made under the Disney Animation Studios logo. Disney has, in my opinion, ignored great Pixar directors like Andrew Stanton, Pete Doctor, and Lee Unkrich. These directors have made the best animated films on the planet and Disney doesn't use them! I have also noticed much of the production work is done in India with Indian animators and production staff. Is there a reason for this? I am not saying they are worse or better than animators in America. They are good. Disney needs to bring back Andrew Stanton, Pete Doctor and Lee Unkrich.

trooper5783 Having seen Cars 2 and Planes, both were really disappointing compared to the first Cars, which was great. As films themselves, they are extremely mediocre when it comes to storytelling and character arcs, but nice in animation and charm. I was really dreading to go see Planes: Fire And Rescue(I was originally not going to even rent it), but I decided to take risks and man up. I saw the 3D version, mind you. Actually, it's pretty good for an animated film handled by a direct-to-DVD studio. I do have an issue with how some characters are animated and Windlifter(voiced by Wes Studi)is way too stereotypical for my taste, but this movie is amazing to look at! The backgrounds look fantastic with the flying scenes, and the 3D helps you get the feeling you are in a fire. As for the comedy, it's mostly bland, but there are a number of sight gags and a few puns that are funny. The score by Mark Mancina is beautiful, particularly the big fire in the climax. Overall, I thought it was great for what it was, but if you expect a lot, don't be surprised by the outcome that you won't really like it, so if you want it to be good, lower your expectations a bit.

Andrea Leandri Me and my kid went to see it in 3D on a rainy Friday afternoon. I was not expecting much having seen the first. Ended up i loved this second one twice as much as the first. I thought it was enjoyable for the daddies and very cool for the kids. Compared to the first this one has more exciting scenes and the graphics are nicer. Story is also funny and has very good characters.It's got all the typical Disney ingredients so if you loved cars and planes already you will love this one too.Go watch it it's me recommendations. Greetings from the Netherlands and ka-ciao!