One of my least favorite Disney movies.

Rating: 4/10 (12 December 2013)

This is Disney's 35th full-length animated film, a story about Hercules, son of Zeus, who was turned into a half-god, half-mortal by the evil Hades, who plans to overthrow Zeus. Hercules must become a hero if he is to return to Mt. Olympus and, along the way, his friend Pegasus and his personal trainer, Phil the satyr, try to help him.
Like most Disney movies, the animation is vibrant. However, the overall story and plot wasn't entertaining and the movie's pace dragged. There is no suspense built-up and I thought the film was trying to be just one, huge laugh-fest, but resulted in overzealous characters with poor slapstick comedy and jokes.
I know this is a cartoon movie but, in earlier Disney films, especially ones given Walt's personal touch, the filmmakers at least gave the movies realistic and believable treatment. "Hercules" doesn't attempt to do that, as evident with parts such as Hercules uttering, "Look, I'm an action figure!" It's a movie set with a Greek mythology theme, so, I wished it was treated at least a little more seriously. To top if off, the music was unremarkable; songs had no substance.
Overall, if you're looking for a Disney movie to watch with the kids or to just pass the time, watch for ones prior to Aladdin, especially those made before 1980.
Grade D-