Phineas und Ferb: Quer durch die 2. Dimension (TV Movie 2011)

Phineas und Ferb: Quer durch die 2. Dimension: Directed by Robert Hughes, Dan Povenmire, Jay Lender, Jeff ‘Swampy’ Marsh, Kyle Menke. With Vincent Martella, Ashley Tisdale, Thomas Brodie-Sangster, Caroline Rhea. Phineas and Ferb discover that Perry is a secret agent, and they all get stuck in an alternate dimension where Doofenschmirtz is the ruler of the tri-state area.

“Even though some of the later season episodes werenu0026#39;t as funny and imaginative as the earlier ones, u0026#39;Phineas and Ferbu0026#39; became a favourite when first introduced to it in 2009 or so. Eight years on, despite being finished, u0026#39;Phineas and Ferbu0026#39; airs regularly on the Disney Channel and itu0026#39;s still a pleasure and one of their best shows in a long time.u003cbr/u003eu003cbr/u003eAlthough starting with an original concept, the stories in terms of structure are based around the same formula mainly. The ideas and situations however have enough variety to avoid it becoming too repetitive, while it looks good, has one of the catchiest theme tunes of any show in recent years, has wonderful, clever and funny writing, interesting and entertaining character relationships and characters that are easy to like. As likable as the two protagonists are and Candace is more than the stereotypical, tell-tale older sister that she seems, the scene stealers are adorable and funny Perry the Platypus (another example of mastery of actions and expressions registering hugely without uttering a word) and hilariously loony and incompetent Doofenschmirtz.u003cbr/u003eu003cbr/u003eIt was inevitable that u0026#39;Phineas and Ferbu0026#39; would get its own feature film, and it richly deserved it with characters and writing strong enough to warrant one. u0026#39;Phineas and Ferb the Movie: Across the 2nd Dimensionu0026#39; more than does the show justice and as far as films based on Disney Channel shows not released in theatres itu0026#39;s one of the best there is, proof too that u0026#39;Phineas and Ferbu0026#39; had not lost its mojo at this point.u003cbr/u003eu003cbr/u003eMaybe the pacing is a little too fast on occasions, especially in the second half, and the finale is rather overblown and descends too much into silliness (something that the rest of the film avoided, so it was a shame). Flaws aside, u0026#39;Phineas and Ferb the Movie: Across the 2nd Dimensionu0026#39; is absolutely perfect for existing fans of the show and does a very good job in its attempt to attract a wider audience which shows that the film works on its own too. Children will love it and there is plenty for adults to enjoy, if anything adults or older fans will appreciate the story and humour more most likely.u003cbr/u003eu003cbr/u003eThe animation is good and true to the animation style of the show but with a little more visual invention thanks to having a premise that allows for that to happen. Itu0026#39;s simple but never simplistic, itu0026#39;s all vibrant in colour and the attention to detail is often marvellous. The music is catchy with some clever lyric writing, despite loving the infectious music in the show there was the fear that the music wouldnu0026#39;t be to my taste here, having heard polarising opinions on it, but coming from someone raised on classical music and opera it was right up my street.u003cbr/u003eu003cbr/u003eu0026#39;Phineas and Ferb the Movie: Across the 2nd Dimensionu0026#39; is particularly good in the writing, characters and character relationships. The writing is remarkably intelligent, witty, inventive and clever with cracking puns and one-liners and references that will delight older audiences. All in the spirit of the show. The characters are both interesting and likable, it has been said that Phineas is out of character, and he is (showing a side to him that has never happened in the show), but one can understand why if anybody knows what its like for someone you love and trust is not who they seem while also understanding Perryu0026#39;s point of view.u003cbr/u003eu003cbr/u003eThe characterisations of Perry and Doofenschmirtz are on point and stay true to their original personalities, and Candaceu0026#39;s subplot actually to me was crucial in her development while not being as interesting as the rest of the story. The interactions are a joy all round, especially Phineas/Ferb, Phineas/Perry and Perry/Doofenschmirtz.u003cbr/u003eu003cbr/u003eReally liked the story. The fast paced energy of the showu0026#39;s story-lines are intact as are the inventiveness, the characterisations and relationships. Even better was how well u0026#39;Phineas and Ferb the Movie: Across the 2nd Dimensionu0026#39; did in opening things up with all the ingredients that made the show work so well intact while having the alternate dimension concept that gave the film a darker, bigger and edgier approach. This concept was intriguing and gave a suitable amount of tension and fun. The alternative universe versions of the characters are creepy and entertaining. It even has a touching moment with the reconciliation scene that warmed the heart too.u003cbr/u003eu003cbr/u003eVoice acting is typically terrific, particularly from Vincent Martella (Phineas), Ashley Tisdale (Candace) and Dan Povenmire (Doofenschmirtz).u003cbr/u003eu003cbr/u003eOverall, a real pleasure and complements u0026#39;Phineas and Ferbu0026#39; perfectly. 9/10 Bethany Cox”