Incredible!

Rating: 8/10 (27 December 2015)

The Incredibles (2004): Dir: Brad Bird / Voices: Craig T. Nelson, Holly Hunter, Samuel L. Jackson, Jason Lee, Wallace Shawn: Computer generated fun fest about massive strength and normality. The Incredibles are a family of superheroes under the witness protection program trying to start a new life in the suburbs. Problem is that Mr. Incredible misses the action and saving lives. When he loses his job he is suddenly presented with the opportunity to help people again. What he doesn't realize is that a trap is set by an old enemy to expose them and reveal their power source. Great setup burdened with formula storytelling and a third act that is overrun with too many climaxes. Director Brad Bird delivers the same brand of humour that worked for him in The Iron Giant. Craig T. Nelson voices Mr. Incredible who doesn't know his own strength. Holly Hunter voices Elasta-girl who can stretch beyond normal measures. Samuel L. Jackson voices a sidekick who has ice powers. Jason Lee voices the villain who desired to be a superhero himself until constant rejection rendered him a villain. Wallace Shawn voices the small but overbearing supervisor that meets consequences when he pushes his authority too far. Beautifully animated comedy about talent and serving but it also makes a case for normality and how we as a society hold various talents to contribute to the good of others. Score: 8 / 10