The Lego Movie

| 2014

Directed by: Phil Lord, Christopher Miller

Main Plot

"The Lego Movie" is an animated adventure that follows Emmet, an ordinary, rule-following Lego minifigure who is mistakenly identified as the most extraordinary person and the key to saving the world. He is drafted into a fellowship of strangers on an epic quest to stop an evil tyrant, a journey for which Emmet is hopelessly and hilariously underprepared. Throughout their adventure, the group travels through various Lego worlds, encountering a diverse array of characters and overcoming numerous challenges. As Emmet struggles to believe in himself, he learns the importance of creativity and individuality in a world that values conformity. The film cleverly uses humor and action to explore themes of identity, freedom, and the power of imagination. It showcases a visually stunning universe constructed entirely from Lego bricks, providing a unique and playful setting that captivates both children and adults alike.

Characters

  • Chris Pratt voices Emmet Brickowski, an ordinary LEGO construction worker mistaken for a prophesied hero called "The Special," destined to save the LEGO universe.
  • Will Ferrell voices Lord Business, the antagonist who plans to glue the LEGO universe together, thwarting creativity and change.
  • Elizabeth Banks voices Wyldstyle, a rebellious master builder who helps the protagonist, Emmet, defeat the tyrannical Lord Business and save their Lego world.

Ending Explained

In the conclusion of "The Lego Movie," directed by Phil Lord and Christopher Miller, the protagonist Emmet Brickowski, initially an ordinary construction worker, transforms into a hero who saves the LEGO universe from the tyrannical Lord Business. As the story reaches its climax, Emmet discovers that the events within the LEGO world are controlled by a human boy, Finn, playing in his father's basement. This meta-narrative reveals that the rigid control Lord Business exerts over the LEGO world mirrors Finn's father's strict rules about playing with the LEGO sets. Emmet, who has been thrown into the real world and is now a mere toy, inspires Finn to value creativity and individuality. Finn's change of heart is reflected in his decision to stop Lord Business's plan to freeze the LEGO universe with Kragle (a tube of Krazy Glue). Emmet, empowered by the belief in himself instilled by his friends, manages to return to the LEGO world and confront Lord Business, convincing him of the value of imagination and the chaos it can bring, which is intrinsic to creativity. The movie ends on a hopeful note, with the characters now free to build their own futures, symbolizing a balance between order and creativity. This resolution not only saves their world but also mends the relationship between Finn and his father, promoting a message of collaboration and the importance of every individual's contributions

Phil Lord Christopher Miller Animation Action Adventure Chris Pratt Will Ferrell Elizabeth Banks