Underwater Wise Guys!

Rating: 10/10 (22 March 2005)

"Shark Tale" is an absolute gem! With a fabulous cast that includes Will Smith, Robert De Niro, Martin Scorsese (whoever thought he could be funny?), Angelina Jolie (even sexy as a fish!), Jack Black and Renee Zellweger this has huge entertainment value. The script sparkles with witty Will Smith one-liners, Robert De Niro effectively sends up his "Godfather" characters and has a laugh at his own expense and Ziggy Marley and Doug E Doug steal the show as two Rastafarian Jelly Fish. Kiddies may not understand all the references to other movies, notably "The Godfather" and "Wiseguys" although "The Sopranos" and "Gladiator" are also parodied and they will definitely not understand the subtleties of Lenny "coming out" to his father about his secret lifestyle but these add to the entertainment for adults. What will appeal to kids is the bright animation and the perfectly adorable supporting cast, including an army of kamikaze shrimp and the whales at the "whale wash". All in all, "Shark Tale" is perfect family entertainment!