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Turbo Blu-ray Review

Reviewed by on Nov 18, 2013
Rating: 4 Star Rating

Kidzworld reviews TURBO, the heartfelt adventure about a snail with big dreams of winning the Indy 500!

From the makers of Madagascar and Kung Fu Panda, TURBO is a high-velocity 3D comedy about an underdog snail whose dreams kick into overdrive when he miraculously attains the power of super-speed. But after making fast friends with a crew of streetwise, tricked-out es-car-goes, Turbo learns that no one succeeds on their own. So he puts his heart and shell on the line to help his pals achieve their dreams, before Turbo-charging his own impossible dream: winning the Indy 500.

Laugh it up with the visually stunning, heartfelt comedy-adventure for fans of all ages this holiday season!

The Bottom Line

Not every film that is stunning in theaters in 3D translates well to the blu-ray format, but Turbo is tailor-made for taking the 3D experience home: the incredible high definition audio and visual elements on the three disc combo pack enhance the experience for home viewers in the best ways possible. It certainly doesn't hurt that it's a cute story that you just can't help but like - a snail racing the Indy 500? That has to be the ultimate feel-good story, and you can't help but root for him and his motley crew as this fast-paced adventure comedy slides into action. One of the best features of the film is it's subtle soundtrack, so a standout in the bonus features is the music videos and music for the film in "Smooth Move's Music Maker." The Turbo Combo Pack has the regular bonus features you might expect from any Dreamworks film, but not much above the average release, the best part of the combo pack is actually watching the delightful visuals of the film in high definition. We recommend Turbo as a great film for cuddling up on the couch with your family or friends for a rainy day movie night, or any old time you want to lift your spirits!

Turbo Blu-ray Deluxe Edition

The TURBO Blu-ray + DVD + Digital Copy Deluxe Edition includes an extra holiday gift, the TURBO pullback racer toy for a limited time while supplies last.

Blu-ray Exclusive Special Features:

  • Smoove Move’s Music Maker – Watch action-packed music videos featuring songs from the film 
  • Meet Tito – Director David Soren provides an introduction for a scene that was deleted from the film.
  • The Race – Director David Soren provides an introduction for a storyboard sequence that eventually made it into the film.  Viewers can even see picture-in-picture comparison to the final cut.
  • Shell Creator - Create your own shell from select-able parts 

Additional Special Features:

  • Champions Corner - Host Paul Page interviews Turbo one-on-one to hear all about his racing techniques and inspirations!
  • Be An Artist! – Dave Burgess, Head of Character Animation on the film, shows the audience how to draw: Turbo, Whiplash, Skidmark, Burn, Smooth Move, White Shadow, Chet and Customizable Racers. 
  • Team Turbo:  Tricked Out – See Turbo and all the rest of the snail crew in a break- down of the cool components that make up each of their shells.
  • TURBO F.A.S.T Trailer from TV show – First look at upcoming new TV show this December
  • Holiday Favorites – Sneak Peeks
  • World of DreamWorks Animation – Music videos from your favorite DreamWorks Animation feature films

Turbo Blu-ray CoverTurbo Blu-ray CoverCourtesy of DreamWorks Animation

Experience big dreams and even bigger laughs with TURBO, available now on Blu-ray 3D, Blu-ray and DVD!.  Taking the fun-filled spirited adventure of the film, the Blu-ray and DVD are packaged with a TURBO pullback toy racer, while supplies last, making it a great gift for the holidays!

Turbo Blu-ray Rating: 4