Shrek the Thud

Rating: 6/10 (3 June 2007)

"Shrek" was a delightful film, featuring a fresh animation style and a lovable ogre. Unfortunately it made a lot of money; hence, the inevitable sequels. This one is less than inspired, with a tired script that seems to run out of ideas. The comedy is stale, with only a few chuckles here and there. The funniest bit is the frog king, whose death scene drags on forever. The all-star cast of voices is nice but cartoons are only as good as the story. There are too many characters crammed into a flimsy plot. As a result, it feels episodic and underwhelming. The worst part is knowing that Shrek IV is on the horizon.