Hysterically funny, genuinely cinematic -- and you get to see Bart's doodle, too.
The Simpsons Movie (2007)
Rated: PG
Runtime: 87 mins
Theatrical Release: 25-07-2007
Synopsis: THE SIMPSONS MOVIE may not qualify for the honor of "Best. Movie. Ever," but even the harshest critics like Comic Book Guy will find little to dislike in this hilarious comedy. Springing from Fox's hit series, the movie expands the adventures of the Springfield residents into a... THE SIMPSONS MOVIE may not qualify for the honor of "Best. Movie. Ever," but even the harshest critics like Comic Book Guy will find little to dislike in this hilarious comedy. Springing from Fox's hit series, the movie expands the adventures of the Springfield residents into a feature-length film. Here Homer's selfish antics (and a hankering for free donuts) are responsible for a horrific ecological disaster that could spell the end for Springfield. So it's up to the paunchy patriarch to save his family and the town from the mess that he has created. Just as in the Emmy-winning show, THE SIMPSONS MOVIE skillfully combines smart satire with inspired silliness. Dan Castellaneta, Harry Shearer, Hank Azaria, and other regulars of the series provide laughs with their vocal talents, while Albert Brooks is hilarious as the film's villain. Though THE SIMPSONS MOVIE is best seen after a lifetime of watching reruns of the show and repeating its endlessly quotable lines, viewers don't have to be die-hard fans to get the jokes. Screenwriters Matt Groening, James L. Brooks, and Co. are at the top of their game here, channeling the show at its best. The film comes after 18 seasons of the series, but it's certainly more in the spirit (and quality) of the show's best years. [More]
Genre: Animated, Family Interaction, Family Life, Animated Characters, Animated Worlds, Comedy (General), Comedy
Starring: Dan Castellaneta, Julie Kavner, Nancy Cartwright, Yeardley Smith, Hank Azaria
Screenwriter: Matt Groening, James L. Brooks, Al Jean, Ian Maxtone-Graham, George Meyer, David Mirkin, Mike Reiss, Mike Scully, Matt Selman, John Swartzwelder, Jon Vitti
Producer: James L. Brooks, Matt Groening, Al Jean, Mike Scully, Richard Sakai
Composer: Hans Zimmer
DVD Info
Release:
Jun 12, 2008
DVD Features:
- Keep Case
- Full Frame - 1.31
Audio:
- Dolby Digital Surround - Spanish, French
- Dolby Digital 5.1 - English
- DTS 5.1 ES - English
- Subtitles - English, Spanish - Optional
Additional Release Material:
- Alternate Scenes - Deleted Scenes (5; w/ Description Cards)
- Audio Commentary - 1. David Silverman, Mike B. Anderson, Steven Dean Moore, Rich Moore - Animators
- 2. James L. Brooks, Matt Groening, Richard Sakai, Al Jean, Mike Scully, David Silverman - Producers; Dan Castellaneta, Yeardley Smith - Voices
- Trailers - Promos (5)
Reviews
Thank goodness the world can count on Homer's idiocy for a steady stream of laughs.
The big screen version is as good as three better-than-average episodes of the TV show, even if it doesn't quite hit the heights it's capable of.
An expansive visual style that makes it worth seeing on the big screen, even if the story feels like a specially extended episode.
The overall momentum flags at times and, even though the film runs for a crisp 87 minutes, it feels over-extended.
You chuckle here and there, you enjoy the animation (given a bit more pep and computery dimension for the big screen), but the moment it takes off never comes.
At last, Matt Groening's brilliant creation has arrived in cinemas, dated only in the sense that we all know it began in 1990, but otherwise terrifically funny and contemporary.
Funny, clever and at times even hilarious... But sadly, it’s also a minor movie and never more inspiring than the sum of its admittedly witty parts.
The Simpsons Movie does not feel at sea on the big screen and, crucially, it is very funny.
the writing of the episodes are so brilliant that the big-screen version simply lives up to the show's name
From its very first frame the movie is through and through The Simpsons and its creators have taken the time and care to make this worth a trip to the theater rather than waiting for another syndicated rerun to come on.
'The Simpsons Movie' only sporadically harnesses the boundless creative energy and satirical edge that earned Groening's series its reputation as one of the most sophisticated comedies in TV history. For fans, however, it is a gift long overdue.
We barely get a line from Mr. Burns, Moe, Lou and the rest of the bunch, but following Homer J. Simpson is not a bad way to spend an hour and a half of your summer.
Hardly calls for the emphasis of a feature presentation except that it's a powerful form of market engineering.
One of the year's funniest theatrical releases, [but] it's also tough to shake a feeling of mild disappointment.
Thankfully, the cinematic adaptation bears a strong resemblance to the great early Simpsons episodes, with a consistent script, nonstop jokes, and lots & lots of Homer.
The big screen version of the legendary TV series is a fitting tribute and is worth the wait.
If you combine all important elements into one 87-minute 'PG-13' film, will you have what Comic Book Guy would call the ... Best. Episode. Ever?
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