Am a big Pixar fan and have loved many of their short films, the best of which some of my favourite animated short films (so shorts like 'Geri's Game', 'Presto', 'One Man Band' and have loved many of their SparkShorts shorts, most very mature and bold in themes, too). It was interesting to see a bigger role for Bo Peep, a secondary character in the 'Toy Story' films and have a story revolving around her and her life.
'Lamp Life' is a long way from being among Pixar's best work, short films and overall and doesn't fully ignite. It is charming enough though and has more than enough to stop any light from completely extinguishing. It was interesting to see things from Bo Peep's perspective for the first time and for her to be the lead and that is done surprisingly well, despite it being very wanting story-wise. So slightly above average feelings here for 'Lamp Life'.
Cannot fault the animation, which is as vibrant, expressive and beautifully detailed as one expects from Pixar. The music fits nicely and has presence without being overbearing. The voice acting is also fine, with Annie Potts voicing Bo Peep with charm and a little sass.
There are more than enough amusing moments and there is enough charm too.
Did feel though that 'Lamp Life' was rather wanting on the story front. The story here is rather thin and over-stretched, all the Pixar shorts are on the slight side story-wise but this is the first time from recollection where one has been criticised for feeling over-stretched by me.
Meaning that occasionally it did feel draggy and too much of a series of comedic moments that are amusing but not very inspired. Saw absolutely no reason for the lambs to be there, they serve no purpose at all and have next to nothing to do.
Overall, above average but a little disappointing by Pixar standards. 6/10.
