Stroke of Genius

Rating: 10/10 (6 September 2005)

I first saw this film on a DVD on the TV in my bedroom, and after watching it I realised what a mistake that was. A film of this quality should really be seen on the big screen for you to appreciate it for all its worth. After seeing Shrek when it first came out I wasn't sure if Shrek 2 could live up to the expectations . . . . I was gladly proved wrong and laughed all the way through this movie. For me, the stroke of genius in this film was the mighty Jennifer Saunders. She bought the whole film to life and stole every scene that she was in!! It was so refreshing to see one of the best villains I have seen in a film and somehow still manage to love her character (because she brought a certain "Edina" quality to the whole thing). If you've seen it you will know what I mean! her singing voice was out of this world and I had to buy the soundtrack after hearing her belt out Holding Out For A Hero.