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Rating: 9/10 (4 November 2001)

Hey, I know I'm the type who loves those evil rated 'R' movies that ask for NC-17s, but I love this movie too. In fact, I love Pixar. They haven't made a bad movie yet (although I didn't care as much for 'A Bug's Life'), and this movie is no exception. This movie has a sophisticated sense of humor, and is just as satirical as it is endearing. Sure, you know the plot of the movie and the final result around 10 minutes (I'm guessing, i didn't look at my watch at all during the movie), but who cares? The movie is full of humor and great graphics. Unlike 'Shrek,' which I noticed somebody liked better, this movie wears its heart on its sleeve. 'Shrek' tried to make itself out to be an attack on Disney (and it was good for the first 20 minutes), but then it turns into an overly-sappy movie worthy of Disney. This movie never pretends to be bitter and mean, but is a bit tongue-in-cheek.
*Possible Spoilers* This is a movie which makes monsters in the closet friendly. They collect screams to power their city. But, the kids don't scare as easily, and there is a power shortage. By way of an evil plan, a closet gateway (read Door) is left around for Sully to find, and the kid terrorizes the monsters. The evil plan is to kidnap the kids and steal their screams to power the city. Sully and his partner Mike try to put the girl back, and eventually succeed, but not before being exiled, returning, and such. *End spoilers*
Well, this movie fully understands subtle humor, and the college crowd (that's all that was there pretty much when I saw it) loved the movie. Even the gay joke is innocent, and subtle. The monsters are cuddly and friendly, and everything in this movie seems to work for the best. It gets a little sappy in a few spots, but it never pretended to be anything but happy, not to mention the kids probably love it. So, check out this movie...especially if you loved 'Toy Story.' (my favorite)
9/10