My thoughts on this masterpiece...

Rating: 9/10 (20 June 2000)

I didn't know what to expect when I caught Chicken Run at the sneak preview on the 17th. I'd seen all the commercials for it, but none of them really caught my eye, with the exception of the Gladiator parody, which I felt was brilliant.
After viewing the film, I can honestly say that this is my favorite movie of the year, in a dead tie with Gladiator. From the opening sequence to the end credits, this film just doesn't let up. References to everything from The Great Escape to Bridge on the River Kwai to Indiana Jones make the viewers feel like they're part of an inside joke.
Before Chicken Run, I'd never been to a movie where the audience just started clapping spontaneously at certain parts of the film. You'll understand why when you see the movie.
If you liked Toy Story 2, you'll love Chicken Run.