The original Wreck-it Ralph has always been one of my favorite movies. As a video game fan, all the clever references to games like Donkey Kong and Pacman feel relevant and it's fun to pick out all the Easter eggs from decades of different video games that are featured in the movie. Ralph is a great protagonist and it's easy to sympathize with his plight and desire to escape his fate as a "bad guy." Vanellope is different than any other Disney princess, with a spunky, rebellious streak. Her and Ralph's interactions are some of the best aspects of the movie and the friendship that blossoms between the unlikely pair is heartwarming.

Such a creative concept for a film, and one that video game lovers will especially love. Even if the story hadn't been great, it would've at least been visually exciting. Luckily, Wreck-It Ralph's plot is great and Ralph is a strong lead. You can't fault him for wanting to become a hero after seeing how he's treated, but there's also the looming feeling of something bad happening because of his rebellion. He and Vanellope's relationship is very sweet, which makes the scene where he destroys her car so much more painful to watch.

Another Disney film about finding yourself and being true to yourself, this retro-loving animated film feels like it's straight out of the 1990s. There are some fun video game cameos, and a great voice performance by John C. Reilly, but this movie may be wrecked by how much you care about video games.

Wreck-It Ralph may not be the most thought provoking of all animated films, but this first one is fairly charming. The video game world in it is unique, and it is genuinely a fun ride with its sense of whimsy and adventure.