Since I was a kid, I’ve loved Tron. It’s really as simple as that. I saw the movie multiple times and, best of all, my buddy had the arcade game at his house! I can’t even imagine the endless hours I spent playing that game. It was awesome! It should come as no surprise that when I heard about Tron Legacy, I immediately reverted back to childhood. Every time I see the preview, I get unbelievably excited.

If you haven’t seen the original Tron, shame on you. Released in 1982, it was truly ahead of its time. It was the first film to use computer-animation extensively and was based in a computer world.  In 1982, of course, computers weren’t nearly the mainstay that they are in today’s society.  Because of that, Tron was misunderstood and, sadly, didn’t receive the credit it deserved.  Had it been released 10 years later, it would’ve been a smash instead of a cult classic.  Maybe it’s better that way, though.  Jeff Bridges is the protagonist of the film, playing Kevin Flynn in the real world and Clu in the computer world.  Bruce Boxleitner plays Alan Bradley and Tron.  They are electronic gladiators who join forces to fight against MCP (Master Control Program).  Do yourself a favor and see it before Tron Legacy arrives.

Essentially, Tron Legacy picks up where Tron left off.  Kevin Flynn’s (Bridges) son is Sam, played by Garrett Hedlund, who is looking into his dad’s disappearance when he gets pulled into the virtual world of Tron.  I don’t want to divulge many details, so you’ll have to see it for yourself.  From what I have seen so far in trailers and on the internet, it seems that Tron Legacy is sure to please both the die hard fans of the original and the moviegoers that are new to the adventure.

Did I mention that Tron Legacy will be in 3D?  Awesome.

If you’re trying to find me on December 17th of this year, I’ll either be waiting (impatiently) in line or sitting with a goofy, child-like grin on my face as I take in the movie that I’ve been waiting to see for who-knows-how-long.  Be sure to check back shortly after 12/17/2010 for a full write-up of the movie!