Third Shrek running out of ideas

Rating: 4/10 (2 June 2008)

I didn't think this movie was that good. I really didn't think the second sequel was that good either. The problem with Shrek is it's a one trick pony. The first movie was great because it was fresh and original. Now, all the sequels do is repeat the same formula and it's just not that funny any more. What little plot there is concerns Shrek going to find Arthur who can take the place of the dead King because Shrek doesn't want to. Prince Charming wants to take over Far Far Away so gets the villains from various fairy tales to help him. The drama is can Charming be stopped and will Arthur want to take over.
Also, even Donkey doesn't have any great lines any more. This should be the last one, but I see a fourth sequel is in the works. I am glad I didn't pay to see this but as long as people keep taking their kids to the theater to see these sequels, I guess they'll keep making them.
FINAL VERDICT: It has a short running time, but still not worth spending a little over an hour to watch.