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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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Like the little boy in The Incredibles who hangs around, slack-jawed, just to see what his superhero neighbours will do next, kids can't seem to get enough of this hyperactive carry-on.

Full Review Source: Jam! Movies | comment Comment
11/05/04
Liz Braun
Liz Braun
Jam! Movies

The Incredibles is so jammed with entertainment that, at two hours, it's almost too much.

Full Review Source: Houston Chronicle | comment 1 Comment
11/05/04
Bruce Westbrook
Bruce Westbrook
Houston Chronicle

Not only is this a rollicking cartoon joy ride for all the little Olivias and Spencers in your life -- it's a solid film in its own right.

Full Review Source: Globe and Mail | comment 1 Comment
11/05/04
Leah McLaren
Leah McLaren
Globe and Mail

Pixar's movies may be completely digital, but each one beats with a human heart.

Full Review Source: Sun Publications (Chicago, IL) | comment 1 Comment
11/05/04
Josh Larsen
Josh Larsen
Sun Publications (Chicago, IL)

Another instant classic.

Full Review Source: E! Online | comment Comment
11/05/04
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An incredible amount of fun.

Full Review Source: Detroit News | comment Comment
11/05/04
Tom Long
Tom Long
Detroit News

Another hip-but- wholesome animated family comedy from Hollywood superhero Pixar.

Full Review Source: Detroit Free Press | comment Comment
11/05/04
Terry Lawson
Terry Lawson
Detroit Free Press

In addition to being riotously funny, The Incredibles is also extremely exciting.

Full Review Source: Deseret News, Salt Lake City | comment Comment
11/05/04
Jeff Vice
Jeff Vice
Deseret News, Salt Lake City

A novel and surprisingly wry helping of big-screen comic-book life.

Full Review Source: Denver Rocky Mountain News | comment Comment
11/05/04
Robert Denerstein
Robert Denerstein
Denver Rocky Mountain News

[S]imply a great film, overflowing with humor and heart and soul and with lots of interesting things to say about love and family and following your dreams...

Full Review Source: Flick Filosopher | comment Comment
11/05/04
MaryAnn Johanson
MaryAnn Johanson
Flick Filosopher

The Incredibles is a zippy, visually powerful riff on what happens when a hero feels like a zero.

Full Review Source: Denver Post | comment Comment
11/05/04
Lisa Kennedy
Lisa Kennedy
Denver Post

When no one's special, everyone starts navel-gazing and feeling arrogant, rejecting opposition, diversity, and responsibility.

Full Review Source: PopMatters | comment Comment
11/05/04
Cynthia Fuchs
Cynthia Fuchs
PopMatters

The Incredibles is Spy Kids by way of the Jetsons, with that reliable Pixar blend of intelligence and beautiful craftsmanship.

Full Review Source: Contra Costa Times | comment Comment
11/05/04
Mary F. Pols
Mary F. Pols
Contra Costa Times

The people at Pixar have done it again. They've married state-of-the-art computer animation to great storytelling and have delivered a unique film full of heart, pathos and an unfailing faith in the triumph of good over evil.

Full Review Source: CNN.com | comment Comment
11/05/04
Paul Clinton (CNN.com)
Paul Clinton (CNN.com)
CNN.com

Bird has made a traditional action movie full of chases, crashes and stunt work.

Full Review Source: Charlotte Observer | comment Comment
11/05/04
Lawrence Toppman
Lawrence Toppman
Charlotte Observer

An emotionally resonant, inventively hilarious movie that, oddly, may be its most family-friendly yet.

Full Review Source: Boston Globe | comment Comment
11/05/04
Ty Burr
Ty Burr
Boston Globe

Bottom line, The Incredibles has some great funny moments, but it also tells a decent story - and that’s the catch when making any kind of movie.

Full Review Source: 7M Pictures | comment Comment
11/05/04
Kevin Carr
Kevin Carr
7M Pictures

A standard issue superhero adventure? Probably not the most original thought that’s ever crossed (Pixar's) collective minds.

Full Review Source: Eclipse Magazine | comment 3 Comments
11/05/04
Sean O'Connell
Sean O'Connell
Eclipse Magazine

One of the year's most visually dazzling and emotionally satisfying adventures.

Full Review Source: New York Post | comment Comment
11/05/04
Lou Lumenick
Lou Lumenick
New York Post

Here's another example of Pixar's mastery of popular animation.

Full Review Source: Chicago Sun-Times | comment Comment
11/05/04
Roger Ebert
Roger Ebert
Chicago Sun-Times
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