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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.

Runtime: 1 hr 55 mins

Genre: Action/Adventure

US Box Office: $261,409,367

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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Full Review Source: In Film Australia | comment Comment
12/27/04
Luke Buckmaster
Luke Buckmaster
In Film Australia
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Explodes with humour, ingenuity and a freshness.

Full Review Source: Urban Cinefile | comment 1 Comment
12/22/04
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...far from engrossing...

Full Review Source: Reel Film Reviews | comment Comment
06/20/09
David Nusair
David Nusair
Reel Film Reviews

This truly is a film that turns is every bit as incredibly good as it has been made out to be.

Full Review Source: Cinefantastique | comment Comment
06/06/09
Steve Biodrowski
Steve Biodrowski
Cinefantastique

Frame for frame, The Incredibles is as good as any live action superhero film ever made, and often far more convincing.

Full Review Source: CHUD | comment Comment
02/27/09
Devin Faraci
Devin Faraci
CHUD

No review available.

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10/18/08
Sunday Times (Australia)
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Wonderful stuff.

Full Review Source: Channel 4 Film | comment Comment
08/31/08
Daniel Etherington
Daniel Etherington
Channel 4 Film

It re-animates the thrill, not just the nostalgia, of old-school comic books and pulp adventure.

Full Review Source: eFilmCritic.com | comment 1 Comment
09/24/07
Rob Gonsalves
Rob Gonsalves
eFilmCritic.com

In a word: Incredible.

Full Review Source: Big Picture Big Sound | comment Comment
07/14/07
Joe Lozito
Joe Lozito
Big Picture Big Sound

The sleek computer animation is spellbinding as usual.

Full Review Source: Chicago Reader | comment Comment
06/20/07
J. R. Jones
J. R. Jones
Chicago Reader

Bombastic finale aside, it’s a cut (and an age-range) above the simplicities of Finding Nemo.

Full Review Source: Time Out | comment Comment
02/09/06
Time Out
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When it comes to animation, it doesn’t get any better than this.

Full Review Source: Film Threat | comment Comment
12/06/05
Mark Sells
Mark Sells
Film Threat

A movie that demonstrates once again why the studio continues to leave competing product from the likes of Disney and DreamWorks in the dust.

Full Review Source: Film Threat | comment 1 Comment
12/06/05
Pete Vonder Haar
Pete Vonder Haar
Film Threat

...the real secret to Pixar’s greatness lies not in the animation, but in their wonderful choice of stories that appeal to both children and parents.

Full Review Source: www.kcactive.com | comment 1 Comment
07/25/05
Uri Lessing
Uri Lessing
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Brad Bird strays from the Pixar formula but still delivers enough colour and thrills to keep the faithful happy.

Full Review Source: Empire Magazine | comment Comment
06/25/05
Colin Kennedy
Colin Kennedy
Empire Magazine
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The year’s foremost animation showstopper.

Full Review Source: Lessons of Darkness | comment 1 Comment
05/04/05
Nick Schager
Nick Schager
Lessons of Darkness

Luckily, the genre has not submerged completely and, with the help of films like "The Incredibles", hope for a solid future is within the audience's grasp.

Full Review Source: Oscar Guy | comment 1 Comment
04/17/05
Wesley Lovell
Wesley Lovell
Oscar Guy

'Divertida, honesta y extremadamente inteligente, es un claro ejemplo del nivel de arte que puede llegar a alcanzar el cine. Sencillamente inolvidable'

Full Review Source: Moviola | comment Comment
04/04/05
Jorge Avila Andrade
Jorge Avila Andrade
Moviola

No review available.

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03/07/05
Independent
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Remember about four months back when almost every movie critic on the planet was proclaiming Spider-Man 2 The Best Superhero Movie Ever Made? Yeah, well they were all wrong.

Full Review Source: NYC Film Critic | comment 1 Comment
03/05/05
Ethan Alter
Ethan Alter
NYC Film Critic
 
 
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