Third Time Still Has the Charm

Rating: 9/10 (25 July 2009)

I was shocked to see so many bad reviews for this film as I had been so looking forward to it. I went to a matinée in part to save money and to avoid crowds. Well, all I can say is that once again the professional critics got it wrong. I was so happily surprised to find the negative reviews were wrong and that Ice Age 3 has all the elements that made the first two wonderful: great characters, wonderful dialog and tight, fast paced plot and stunning visuals. This installment was as delightful and fun as the first two. I laughed out loud so often - it was such a tonic. The film is was just gorgeous to watch; I saw it in regular, not 3-D and actually I am glad of that. I would be afraid of being distracted by the gimmick. Being unemployed I am happy to save the money a 3-D ticket adds. There are some truly touching moments that are effective in part because they are a surprise - to me anyway...but totally believable. I can't wait for Ice Age 4!!!