This Side Up

About This Movie

This Side Up is an intriguing 2009 animated flick by Liron Topaz that really captures a certain vibe of the early internet era. It dives into the life of a naive music lover whose quest for downloadable tunes leads him down a rabbit hole of technology’s quirks. The animation style has this charming, almost hand-drawn quality that adds to its warmth. The pacing flows pretty well, though there are moments that feel deliberately drawn out, reflecting the protagonist's frustrations. The film plays with themes of obsession, technology's impact on creativity, and the bittersweet nature of chasing music. While it may not have the glitz of big-budget features, it stands out through its unique narrative and relatable character journey.

Unique animation styleRelatable character journeyThemes of obsession and technology