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The Incredibles (2004)

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Average Rating: 8.3/10
Reviews Counted: 229
Fresh: 222 | Rotten: 7

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.

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Average Rating: 7.8/10
Critic Reviews: 43
Fresh: 41 | Rotten: 2

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.

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Movie Info

Directed by Brad Bird, The Incredibles revolves around former high-profile superhero Bob Parr (aka Mr. Incredible), who has not-so-successfully settled into suburban life along with his wife and kids under the watchful eye of the Superhero Protection Program. A far cry from the "glory days" during which "supers" were a welcome addition to society, the Parrs' living situation was brought on after a series of superhero-related lawsuits forced them into hiding. When not trying to fight small-time

PG, 1 hr. 55 min.

Animation, Kids & Family, Comedy

Brad Bird

Mar 15, 2005

$261.4M

Buena Vista Pictures

Cast

All Critics (229) | Top Critics (43) | Fresh (234) | Rotten (7) | DVD (57)

The sleek computer animation is spellbinding as usual.

June 20, 2007 Full Review Source: Chicago Reader | Comment (1)
Chicago Reader
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The often wry and pointed dialogue reminded me of the glory days of radio.

December 16, 2004 Full Review Source: New York Observer | Comment (1)
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The folks at the movie's heart are exaggerated way beyond our capacities but not quite beyond our imaginings. The title is unjust; these are the very slightly credibles.

November 9, 2004 Comment
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Exemplary mixture of top-notch storytelling, visual razzle-dazzle, accessible humor, and involving action.

November 6, 2004 Full Review Source: ReelViews | Comment
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The Incredibles has that rare quality of feeling modern and classic at the same time.

November 6, 2004 Full Review Source: Salon.com | Comments (2)
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As always, Pixar excels with its animation, but what makes this family film even more appealing is the smartness of the script, which is clearly written, end to end, to appeal to adults as well as children.

November 5, 2004 Full Review Source: Washington Post | Comment (1)
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A sharp, even amusing, homage to comic book lore, a great family-friendly action-comedy, and a thoughtful marital drama all wrapped up in a deliciously exciting package.

May 16, 2011 Full Review Source: IGN DVD | Comment
IGN DVD

The conflict between natural talent and learned and practiced ability shapes the heart of The Incredibles, even as it goes about trumping every superhero film ever made.

April 30, 2011 Full Review Source: Slant Magazine | Comment
Slant Magazine

As the kids discover their powers and this family hovers between super and dysfunctional, "The Incredibles" finds its voice . . . and it speaks to families everywhere.

April 17, 2011 Full Review Source: Movie Metropolis | Comment
Movie Metropolis

Incredible and action-packed fun for the entire family.

December 28, 2010 Full Review Source: Common Sense Media | Comment
Common Sense Media

Assembled with an intense amount of care and love so that every cut, every sound, every movement, builds to a euphonious whole.

June 22, 2010 Full Review Source: Antagony & Ecstasy | Comment
Antagony & Ecstasy

...far from engrossing...

June 20, 2009 Full Review Source: Reel Film Reviews | Comment
Reel Film Reviews

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

June 6, 2009 Full Review Source: Cinefantastique | Comment
Cinefantastique

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

February 27, 2009 Full Review Source: CHUD | Comment

Wonderful stuff.

August 31, 2008 Full Review Source: Film4 | Comment

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

September 24, 2007 Full Review Source: eFilmCritic.com | Comments (2)
eFilmCritic.com

In a word: Incredible.

July 14, 2007 Full Review Source: Big Picture Big Sound | Comment
Big Picture Big Sound

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

February 9, 2006 Full Review Source: Time Out | Comment

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

December 6, 2005 Full Review Source: Film Threat | Comments (2)
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.

July 25, 2005 Full Review Source: www.kcactive.com | Comments (6)

The Incredibles shows once and for all what was right in front of our noses all along, that Pixar is not an animation studio but a movie studio. And not just a movie studio, but the best movie studio.

July 5, 2005 Full Review Source: Bullz-Eye.com | Comment
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Audience Reviews for The Incredibles

My eight year old nephew's choice and what a great choice, I thought it was brilliant. Great animation, great storyline, great characterisation and very funny on an adult and child level. VERDICT: Difintiely worth a watch even if you have no children to watch it with.

July 3, 2006
76Majikat

Super Reviewer

The main characters are a perfect reflection on the modern family and the action and violence excites flawlessly.

August 15, 2011
Michael M.
Michael Miller

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    1. Edna Mode: Pull-yourself-together! 'What will you do?' Is this a question? You will show him you remember that he is Mr. Incredible, and you will remind him who you are. Well, you know where he is. Go, confront the problem. Fight! Win! [normal voice] And call me when you get back, darling. I enjoy our visits.
    – Submitted by Nhia T (35 days ago)
    1. Edna Mode: No capes!
    – Submitted by Nhia T (35 days ago)
    1. Edna Mode: This is a hobo suit, darling. You can't be seen in this. I won't allow it. Fifteen years ago, maybe, but now? Feh!
    2. Bob Parr / Mr. Incredible: Wait, what do you mean? You designed it.
    3. Edna Mode: I never look back, darling! It distracts from the now.
    – Submitted by Nhia T (35 days ago)
    1. Edna Mode: I cut it a little roomy for the free movement, the fabric is comfortable for sensitive skin... [a sheet of flame erupts in front of the suit] And it can also withstand a temperature of over 1000 degrees. Completely bulletproof... [four heavy machine guns appear and open fire on the suit, without effect] And machine washable, darling. That's a new feature.
    – Submitted by Nhia T (35 days ago)
    1. Edna Mode: Supermodels. Heh! Nothing super about them... spoiled, stupid little stick figures with poofy lips who think only about themselves.
    – Submitted by Nhia T (35 days ago)

Latest News for The Incredibles

December 21, 2011:
Brad Bird Talks Mission: Impossible, Incredibles Sequel, and More
He discusses the challenges in going from animation to live-action, and offers his latest thoughts...

October 26, 2011:
Brad Bird Has Some Ideas for an Incredibles Sequel
He says he isn't actively working on it, but "I'd be happy to return to that world."

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