Right up there with Pixar's best; Monsters. Inc is a monstrously good film which kids and adults can relate to

Rating: 10/10 (2 March 2006)

In my opinion, Monsters Inc. is right up there with the best of Pixar, behind the two Toy Story films, because Monsters Inc. isn't as groundbreaking. But that's where the criticism ends. Monsters Inc. is nearly flawless as an animated feature and I can guarantee that kids will love this film and have fond memories of it. Adults will relate to it as well. The difference between Monsters Inc and rubbish like Scooby Doo is that this doesn't rely on fart-n-urine gags in order to garner laughs. Its humour is always good-natured.
As for the plot, it is neither ridiculous nor stupid, just a simple friend-finding exercise. Everyone will relate to Sully's pain when he loses Boo, the way anyone would when they lose a good friend. The moral of the story is easy to understand, even if it is a bit simplistic for my tastes. (Actually there are two, but the one that is implied the most)
The animation is outstanding as usual and is therefore not worth mentioning in any great depth. What can be said about Pixar's animation that hasn't been said already? Nothing, so lets move on.
The voice-overs are all great. No character in the film sounds 'lame', not even the minor characters. John Goodman, Billy Crystal, Steve Buscemi and Jennifer Tilly, among others, all make their characters sound believable, even vulnerable if they're meant to be. They give them more than one dimension and therefore avoid the stereotypes that come with one-dimensional characters.
Well, what more can I say really? This is Pixar's third best film, behind the two Toy Story's and has no real flaws in plot, acting, animation or character development. Even by Pixar's undoubtedly high standards, Monsters Inc. is a movie to be proud of. Whether you are a kid or an adult, you should see this. If you haven't, see it as soon as you can. It'll grow on you, I can tell you that.
5/5 stars