BRAVE ***

Animated adventure. Watch Preview. Voices  of: Kelly Macdonald, Emma Thompson, Billy Connolly, Julie Walters, Kevin McKidd, Craig Ferguson, Robbie Coltrane. Rated PG for some scary action and rude humor. Running time is one hour and forty minutes.

The actions of skilled archer and impetuous daughter (voice of Kelly Macdonald) of King Fergus (voice of Billy Connolly) and Queen Elinor (voice of Emma Thompson)  inadvertently unleash chaos and fury in the kingdom.

Pixar generally makes very entertaining animated features and this is no exception. It's plot is aimed more at older teens and adults than children but that made it more interesting to me than most animated features. The voice of the daughter, Merida, will be instantly recognized by fans of Boardwalk Empire as she is the lead actress in that series. The story is more drama than comedy although there are humorous parts throughout. The pacing is fine and I never felt the need to look at my watch. Small children may find a couple of scenes rather scary but should find it enjoyable for the most part. I saw the 3D version and found it both comfortable and enjoyable to watch.

There are no additional scenes once the final credits begin although there is a short, meaningless bit at the very end that makes no sense. Screen size is relatively unimportant. 2D  Theatres/Times. 3D Theatres/Times.