Ready to head off to the races to see Disney Pixar’s Cars 3? Want the full scoop on this family-friendly film? Read on for my spoiler-free Cars 3 movie review!
Cars 3 Movie Review:
This past weekend we finally brought the boys to see Disney Pixar’s latest, Cars 3. I’ve been anticipating its release ever since seeing a sneak peek during the Disney Social Media Moms Celebration last February. I was anxiously awaiting its premiere because Lincoln was a HUGE Cars fan when he was younger. I loved the nostalgia I hoped it would bring to him. For my 3.5 year old son, Avery, I had a strong feeling this would be his very first Disney film to fall in love with.
There was one thing I was SUPER nervous about though — that crash scene. It was evident from all of the previews that Lightening McQueen would be involved in a car crash. Ever since our car accident two years ago, those type of scenes are very hard for me to personally watch. I go back there to that night. It’s not very fun. Lincoln was 5 years old and Avery was just one. While Avery obviously was too young to remember, Lincoln remembers every single detail. As excited as I was for him to see the film, I was very, very nervous that scene would trigger those memories.
So, what did I think? I turned my head during McQueen’s crash as soon as he started to roll-over. Too many real memories for me. But, my main concern was Lincoln — and he was absolutely fine! The crash scene was very brief, so I was able to continue enjoying the film with my family.
CARS 3 – (Pictured) Lightning McQueen. ©2016 Disney•Pixar. All Rights Reserved.
Cars 3 takes place during Lightening McQueen’s later racing years. He’s faced with new challenges, with rookies coming up and being not only faster, but more adept with today’s technology. If McQueen wants to continue racing, he needs to make some changes — he has to mix things up a bit!
ROAD TO VICTORY — When faced with a new generation of racers who threaten to derail his career, Lightning McQueen (voice of Owen Wilson) teams up with tech-savvy, unconventional trainer Cruz Ramirez (voice of Cristela Alonzo) to find his way back to the top. Directed by Brian Fee, produced by Kevin Reher and co-produced by Andrea Warren, Disney•Pixar’s “Cars 3” opens in U.S. theaters on June 16, 2017. ©2017 Disney•Pixar. All Rights Reserved.
Cruz Ramirez was the perfect new character the film needed. She tested Lightening McQueen and pushed him to see a different side of himself, and he did the same for her. Together, McQueen and Ramirez were quite the team. I enjoyed watching their relationship develop — and the ending? Couldn’t have been better!
As far as the graphics go, it’s Disney Pixar — there really isn’t anything better! You will be blown away with the technology used in this film.
What did my children think of Cars 3?
Lincoln (age 7.5) was on the edge of his seat the entire time! There was a lot of dialogue during the film, and I wasn’t sure if he would lose interest. BUT, he was seriously GLUED to the screen! Afterwards, I wanted to see if he was able to take away anything from Cars 3 — or, did he just like the action? I asked him, “What was the message of the movie?” Without missing a beat he said, “To always believe in yourself and never give up.” BOOM! He couldn’t have gave me a better answer.
Now for my 3.5 year old, Avery. He did get a little antsy during some parts of the film, but he’s 3!! Since seeing the movie, he has been literally OBSESSED with Lightening McQueen!
Cars 3 will be racing into our movie collection as soon as it’s released. It’s truly a wonderful, family-friendly film we all enjoyed!
CARS 3 (Pictured L-R) – Guido, Sally, Sarge, Mater and Luigi. Disney•Pixar’s “Cars 3” opens in U.S. theaters on June 16, 2017. © 2017 Disney•Pixar. All Rights Reserved.
SYNOPSIS:
Blindsided by a new generation of blazing-fast racers, the legendary Lightning McQueen (voice of Owen Wilson) is suddenly pushed out of the sport he loves. To get back in the game, he will need the help of an eager young race technician, Cruz Ramirez (voice of Cristela Alonzo), with her own plan to win, plus inspiration from the late Fabulous Hudson Hornet and a few unexpected turns. Proving that #95 isn’t through yet will test the heart of a champion on Piston Cup Racing’s biggest stage!
Cars 3 Printable Coloring Pages
Can’t get enough of Cars 3? Neither can we! Click here for these fun printable coloring pages featuring all of your favorite characters from the hit film!
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You can never go wrong with free printables! My kids are excited to see this movie!!!
This sounds like such a great movie. We loved the first two, and we’re really excited to see this one.
I love to take my kids to see movies with positive messages like this. We’ve seen the first tow AND Planes, and we are definitely seeing this one, too.
We haven’t gotten to see it yet, but my kids keep asking to go. The next rainy day I’m hoping to get there.
YAY! We love coloring page printouts. Thank you. My son is going to LOVE this. We still haven’t seen Cars 3, but looking forward to it.
This would be perfect from my nephew! He is SO in to the cars movie and anything to do with cars in general
Cars 3 is making me want to re-watch all the other Cars movies! What a wonderful franchise – the storylines are always so adorable.
I can’t wait to see Cars 3! I really hope it is better than part 2. All though everything I have seen related to Cars 3, looks like it leaves part 2 in the dust. I’m so excited for this movie to come out.
When the cars speed by and you can see the individual bits of rubble flying, I was truly blown away. Disney Pixar animation is just so gorgeous!
My son is super excited to see Cars 3! I swear he can recite the original Cars and Cars 2 by heart!
I’m so excited to watch this movie with my family. All of the Cars movies have been excellent and it seems the 3rd one will be awesome too. Thanks for the free printable!
What an awesome review! I love how your son enjoyed the movie! We can’t see this movie until the weekend!
I honestly CAN NOT WAIT TO SEE THIS. I wanted to go opening week but then I knew we wouldn’t be happy with our seats so we are patiently waiting until things calm down a bit to go.
We haven’t gone to see this yet, but it’s on our list! Thanks for sharing the printable coloring pages, my little one will love those!
My grandsons love the Cars movies. They will enjoy the coloring pages.