a great story abounding with odd comedic touches and a spark of melodrama thrown inbetween

Rating: 8/10 (25 March 2010)

Don't even try to deny that 2009 was the year of animation. This is another great animated movie that happens to invigorate its director's career. Based on Roald Dahl's classic, Fantastic Mr. Fox infiltrates Wes Anderson's trademark quirky blend of humor into a gripping narrative. While the material might be too snarky and sophisticated for children, adults should enjoy Anderson's refreshing approach. The movie's look is pleasantly off-beat, yet imaginative with superbly designed characters and sweet ingenious action pieces. The truly extraordinary world created on screen is incredibly detailed and resonates with Anderson's style very well. Apart from being a sheer delight to watch, Fantastic Mr. Fox stands as a great story abounding with odd comedic touches and a spark of melodrama thrown inbetween. It's definitely a good combination in a movie that is so unique that just needs to be seen once again.