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Monsters, Inc. (2001)

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Reviews Counted:163

Fresh:155

Rotten:8

Average Rating:7.9/10

Consensus: Even though Monsters, Inc lacks the sophistication of the Toy Story series, it is a still delight for children of all ages.

Rated: G

Runtime: 1 hr 33 mins

Genre: Childrens

Theatrical Release:Nov 2, 2001 Wide

Box Office: $255,660,741

Synopsis: Intelligent, funny, adorable, and beautifully animated, MONSTERS, INC. will delight fans of SHREK and TOY STORY, while drawing a new audience of curious, kid-friendly viewers. Billy Crystal and... Intelligent, funny, adorable, and beautifully animated, MONSTERS, INC. will delight fans of SHREK and TOY STORY, while drawing a new audience of curious, kid-friendly viewers. Billy Crystal and John Goodman make a fiercely funny comedic team as job partners and best friends, Mike (Crystal)--a little green guy with one huge eyeball, and Sulley (Goodman)--a big purple and blue fuzzy guy with dinosaur spikes down his back. Mike and Sully work at MONSTERS, INC., a gigantic corporation that captures the screams of little children and turns them into energy. To make the children scream, the monsters must enter each child's bedroom through the closet door, then deliver a frightening affront. The only problem is, kids aren't scared anymore. And because of this problem, Monsters, Inc. is in a jam. But when one little girl, Boo (Mary Gibbs), follows Sully through her closet door and into the factory, she brings an even more dire issue to the fore: the monsters are actually terrified of children. From Pixar Animation Studios, MONSTERS, INC. is an exciting adventure with a sweet, happy ending. Both the DVD and VHS releases include the animated short FOR THE BIRDS and a home video exclusive performance of "Put That Thing Back Where It Came From Or So Help Me" created by Mike Wazowski. [More]

Starring: Billy Crystal, John Goodman, Steve Buscemi, Jennifer Tilly

Starring: Billy Crystal, John Goodman, Steve Buscemi, Jennifer Tilly, James Coburn, Bonnie Hunt, John Ratzenberger

Director: Peter Docter

Director: Peter Docter
Screenwriter: Andrew Stanton
Studio: Buena Vista Pictures

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  • Monsters, Inc.
  • From the Academy Award(R)-winning creators of TOY STORY comes the computer-animated film that captured the hearts of fans and critics everywhere. MONSTERS, INC., is "visually dazzling, action-packed, and hilarious" (Boston Herald), featuring groundbreaking animation, imaginative storytelling, and unforgettable voice talent. John Goodman stars as the lovable James P. Sullivan (Sulley) and Billy Crystal as his wisecracking best friend, Mike Wazowski. Top scarer Sulley and his enthusiastic Scare Assistant Mike work at Monsters, Inc., the largest scream-processing factory in Monstropolis. The main power source of the monster world is the collected screams of human children. Monsters believe children are dangerous and toxic, however, and they are scared silly when a little girl wanders into their world. Sulley and Mike do their best to return the girl home, but they face monstrous intrigue and some hilarious misadventures along the way. MONSTERS, INC., is "supremely clever -- fun for kids and adults alike" (CBS-TV). Treat yourself to the most entertaining movie of the year with all-new exclusive bonus features and animation for monster laughs and monster fun.
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    Reviews for Monsters, Inc.

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    A charming cartoon classic coming courtesy of a successful collaboration by the good folks at Disney and Pixar.

    Full Review Source: NewsBlaze | comment Comment
    11/18/09
    Kam Williams
    Kam Williams
    NewsBlaze

    Monsters, Inc. is a celebration of unforgettable characters and a world unlike no other.

    Full Review Source: Movie Views | comment Comment
    11/15/09
    Ryan Cracknell
    Ryan Cracknell
    Movie Views

    From its jazzy main titles to its gentle fadeout, Monsters, Inc. has something that money can't buy. It's likeable. [Blu-ray]

    Full Review Source: Groucho Reviews | comment Comment
    11/12/09
    Peter Canavese
    Peter Canavese
    Groucho Reviews

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    Full Review Source: Hollywood.com | comment Comment
    09/08/09
    Kit Bowen
    Kit Bowen
    Hollywood.com

    Another great masterpiece from the people at PIXAR and a fun movie all around. Parents take your kids to see this.

    Full Review Source: Cinema Crazed | comment Comment
    04/29/09
    Felix Vasquez Jr.
    Felix Vasquez Jr.
    Cinema Crazed

    The complexities of the script, while clever, will likely fly over the heads of most within its target demographic.

    Full Review Source: rec.arts.movies.reviews | comment 3 Comments
    10/18/08
    David N. Butterworth
    David N. Butterworth
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    No review available.

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    10/18/08
    Joe Lozito
    Joe Lozito
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    The good guys are those who realize that laughter is stronger than fear. That's a message worth taking to heart these jittery days.

    Full Review Source: TIME Magazine | comment Comment
    09/01/08
    Richard Corliss
    Richard Corliss
    TIME Magazine
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    The excellent basic ideas have yielded too few twists and dramatic junctures to keep the picture flying at the level at which it starts.

    Full Review Source: Variety | comment Comment
    09/01/08
    Todd McCarthy
    Todd McCarthy
    Variety
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    It's funny and endearing, but its strengths are more in the 'physical' humour than in the dialogue, which isn't as rich in wit as Pixar's previous outings.

    Full Review Source: Channel 4 Film | comment Comment
    09/01/08
    Daniel Etherington
    Daniel Etherington
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    No review available.

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    12/27/07
    Joe Lozito
    Joe Lozito
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    The analogy to our dependence on, say, oil is soon abandoned, the better to blur the distinction between abstract and concrete--something older viewers of this 2001 animated adventure may appreciate more than younger ones.

    Full Review Source: Chicago Reader | comment Comment
    06/20/07
    Lisa Alspector
    Lisa Alspector
    Chicago Reader
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    Brighter and more exuberant than Shrek, this would be a worthy winner of the first animation Oscar.

    Full Review Source: Empire Magazine | comment Comment
    12/30/06
    Empire Magazine

    As witty and inspired as the company's previous animations, this magical tale benefits from its setting, Monstropolis, where monsters of ecery shape and size reside.

    Full Review Source: EmanuelLevy.Com | comment Comment
    12/27/06
    Emanuel Levy
    Emanuel Levy
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    The balance tilts towards action and gags, and does them gloriously.

    Full Review Source: Time Out | comment Comment
    06/24/06
    Derek Adams
    Derek Adams
    Time Out

    One thing counts head and shoulders above razzle-dazzle eye candy (or anything else, for that matter): the story and characters, and Monsters, Inc. introduces worthy additions to the Pixar pantheon.

    Full Review Source: Film Threat | comment Comment
    12/06/05
    Michael Dequina
    Michael Dequina
    Film Threat

    An undeniably entertaining success. For children, parents, babysitters, and lovers of imagination, Pixar continues to be a godsend.

    Full Review Source: Zertinet Movies | comment Comment
    10/01/05
    Steven Snyder
    Steven Snyder
    Zertinet Movies

    It's like a package of your favorite snacks that you open to discover is only half full.

    Full Review Source: Looking Closer | comment Comment
    12/06/04
    Jeffrey Overstreet
    Jeffrey Overstreet
    Looking Closer

    Monsters, Inc. is like an oasis in the middle of the desert, featuring the sort of writing [and] acting... that used to mark great movies.

    Full Review Source: Worcester Telegram & Gazette | comment Comment
    01/04/04
    Daniel M. Kimmel
    Daniel M. Kimmel
    Worcester Telegram & Gazette

    Guaranteed to make you hoover up the popcorn and convince any kid that there's no need to be scared of whatever’s lurking underneath the bed.

    Full Review Source: RTE Interactive (Dublin, Ireland) | comment Comment
    03/26/03
    Harry Guerin
    Harry Guerin
    RTE Interactive (Dublin, Ireland)
     
     
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