One word: Hype

Rating: 7/10 (11 November 2001)

I really don't understand the big deal of Shrek. It's supposed to be this amazing movie because it has done so well and everything about it is great. I saw it on video and enjoyed it, but it really, really doesn't live up to the hype. Visually it's stunning, but that is the only thing that is stunning about Shrek. The message is so overdone and the ending is very predictable. Not to mention that the movie has no plot, and there's nothing to look forward to towards the end. Not to mention the "choice" words in the movie not intended for children. Good for kids to watch a few times, but not one to enjoy over and over again.