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The Incredibles (2004)

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Reviews Counted:224

Fresh:217

Rotten:7

Average Rating:8.3/10

Consensus: Even though The Incredibles is more violent than previous Pixar offerings, it still a witty and fun-filled adventure that almost lives up to its name.

Rated: U [See Full Rating] for action violence

Runtime: 1 hr 55 mins

Genre: Action/Adventure

Theatrical Release:19-11-2004

Synopsis: Combining a family-oriented superhero adventure with the brilliant animation of Disney's Pixar (the creators of MONSTERS INC. and FINDING NEMO), THE INCREDIBLES charts new territory in the... Combining a family-oriented superhero adventure with the brilliant animation of Disney's Pixar (the creators of MONSTERS INC. and FINDING NEMO), THE INCREDIBLES charts new territory in the technical wizardry of computer-generated cartoons. Using complex angles and a filmic sensibility, the animation feels like live action, and smart techniques such as cuts to "grainy film stock" give this movie instant sophistication. Writer-director Brad Bird, with his creative storytelling and well-paced character development, does the rest. This tale is set in a slightly futuristic society where superheroes are no longer appreciated (Read: But I didn't want to be saved!) and are forced to assume a very low profile. So, for Mr. Incredible (Craig T. Nelson), his wife Elastigirl (Holly Hunter), and his three fledgling superhero kids, maintaining a lifestyle of mediocrity in order to appear normal causes constant friction. When the opportunity suddenly arises for the Incredibles to use their powers to fight evil, it's trial-by-fire to learn to work as a superteam. Together they must stop the maniacal Syndrome (Jason Lee) from unleashing a murderous robot in a big city. Fast action and violence involving large explosions make this a film that is better suited for older children rather than the very little ones. Yet family themes and comic episodes prevail, with eclectic characters like Edna the fashion designer (voiced by Bird himself) and the iceman Frozone (Samuel L. Jackson) adding extra moments of fun. [More]

Starring: Craig T. Nelson, Holly Hunter, Samuel L. Jackson, Jason Lee

Starring: Craig T. Nelson, Holly Hunter, Samuel L. Jackson, Jason Lee, Elizabeth Peña, Brad Bird, John Ratzenberger, Wallace Shawn, Jean Sincere, Spencer Fox, Sarah Vowell

Director: Brad Bird

Director: Brad Bird
Screenwriter: Brad Bird
Producer: John Walker
Composer: Michael Giacchino
Studio: Buena Vista Pictures

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A fun story with some creative characters and plenty of Pixar wit.

Full Review Source: IGN Movies | comment Comment
11/07/04
Jeff Otto
Jeff Otto
IGN Movies

It would be an incredible mistake to miss this film!

Full Review Source: Juicy Cerebellum | comment 1 Comment
11/06/04
Alex Sandell
Alex Sandell
Juicy Cerebellum
N/R

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Full Review Source: Boston Phoenix | comment Comment
11/06/04
Boston Phoenix
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A warm, funny, exciting film for which I feel more affection the more I think about it.

Full Review Source: EricDSnider.com | comment 1 Comment
11/06/04
Eric D. Snider
Eric D. Snider
EricDSnider.com

As a collegue told me…it’ll do disapointing box office…only about half a billion…..See it.

Full Review Source: Greenwich Village Gazette | comment Comment
11/06/04
Eric Lurio
Eric Lurio
Greenwich Village Gazette

Exemplary mixture of top-notch storytelling, visual razzle-dazzle, accessible humor, and involving action.

Full Review Source: ReelViews | comment Comment
11/06/04
James Berardinelli
James Berardinelli
ReelViews

Not vintage Pixar, but it's way ahead of most of its competition.

Full Review Source: San Diego Metropolitan | comment Comment
11/06/04
Jean Lowerison
Jean Lowerison
San Diego Metropolitan

The Incredibles has that rare quality of feeling modern and classic at the same time.

Full Review Source: Salon.com | comment 1 Comment
11/06/04
Stephanie Zacharek
Stephanie Zacharek
Salon.com

The dream team of Brad Bird and John Lasseter looks poised to defend family entertainment against mediocrity through what we can only hope will be a long-running franchise.

Full Review Source: Christianity Today | comment 1 Comment
11/06/04
Jeffrey Overstreet
Jeffrey Overstreet
Christianity Today

Pixar Studios' most technologically advanced effort.

Full Review Source: Compuserve | comment 1 Comment
11/06/04
Harvey S. Karten
Harvey S. Karten
Compuserve

Pixar has made heroes out of a middle-aged couple with kids. Imagine that.

Full Review Source: Denton Record Chronicle (TX) | comment 1 Comment
11/06/04
Boo Allen
Boo Allen
Denton Record Chronicle (TX)

Pixar reinvents itself again with a rah-rah rally cry for the American family.

Full Review Source: Tooele Transcript-Bulletin (Utah) | comment 1 Comment
11/06/04
Audrey Rock-Richardson
Audrey Rock-Richardson
Tooele Transcript-Bulletin (Utah)

Just when you thought you could peg a Pixar film... comes this new feature which takes those elements in a wholly unexpected direction.

Full Review Source: Worcester Telegram & Gazette | comment 1 Comment
11/06/04
Daniel M. Kimmel
Daniel M. Kimmel
Worcester Telegram & Gazette

Boundlessly enjoyable, extravagant to look at, and a frequent adrenaline rush.

Full Review Source: DustinPutman.com | comment Comment
11/06/04
Dustin Putman
Dustin Putman
DustinPutman.com

Smart, funny, exciting and profound, like all the best Pixar movies... This family makes the Spy Kids look like wusses.

Full Review Source: About.com | comment 1 Comment
11/05/04
Fred Topel
Fred Topel
About.com

I had a heck of a time...I guarantee that money spent here is money spent wisely.

Full Review Source: Cinerina | comment 1 Comment
11/05/04
Karina Montgomery
Karina Montgomery
Cinerina

By far the best of the CGI-animated films in the Disney canon, a wondrous and exciting spectacle that is just as enticing narratively as it is visually.

Full Review Source: Cinemaphile.org | comment Comment
11/05/04
David Keyes
David Keyes
Cinemaphile.org

[A] brilliantly animated, cleverly written family adventure.

Full Review Source: Tampa Tribune | comment 1 Comment
11/05/04
Bob Ross
Bob Ross
Tampa Tribune

Even escapist entertainment this clinically zip-bam-wow should soothe your political burnout.

Full Review Source: Premiere Magazine | comment 1 Comment
11/05/04
Aaron Hillis
Aaron Hillis
Premiere Magazine

Deliriously funny and exciting.

Full Review Source: UGO | comment Comment
11/05/04
Sean Chavel
Sean Chavel
UGO
 
 
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