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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: PG [See Full Rating] for action violence

Runtime: 1 hr 55 mins

Genre: Comedies

Theatrical Release:Nov 5, 2004 Wide

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 Peņa, 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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  • The Incredibles
  • Disney Presents a Pixar Film, THE INCREDIBLES. From the Academy Award(R) winning creators of FINDING NEMO (2003 Best Animated Feature Film) comes the action-packed animated adventure about the mundane and incredible lives of a house full of superheroes. Bob Parr and his wife Helen used to be among the world's greatest crime fighters, saving lives and battling evil on a daily basis. Fifteen years later, they have been forced to adopt civilian identities and retreat to the suburbs where they live "normal" lives with their three kids, Violet, Dash, and Jack-Jack. Itching to get back into action, Bob gets his chance when a mysterious communication summons him to a remote island for a top secret assignment. He soon discovers that it will take a super family effort to rescue the world from total destruction. Exploding with fun and featuring an all-new animated short film, this spectacular 2-disc collector's edition DVD is high-flying entertainment for everyone. "It's James Bond, Indiana Jones, and the X-Men all rolled into one." -- Peter Travers, Rolling Stone
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    Reviews for The Incredibles

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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.

    comment Comment
    10/18/08
    Sunday Times (Australia)

    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
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    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

    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

    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.

    comment Comment
    03/07/05
    Independent

    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 2 Comments
    03/05/05
    Ethan Alter
    Ethan Alter
    NYC Film Critic

    The Incredibles has humor, thrills, and adventure, but most of all it has heart.

    Full Review Source: DVDTown.com | comment Comment
    02/27/05
    John J. Puccio
    John J. Puccio
    DVDTown.com

    [It] goes beyond the pretty visuals and the slam-bam action to get us under the skin of a family trying hard to be something they're not.

    Full Review Source: Las Vegas Mercury | comment Comment
    01/04/05
    Anthony Del Valle
    Anthony Del Valle
    Las Vegas Mercury
     
     
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