Incredible!

Rating: Null/10 (5 November 2004)

I dislike misleading advertising. I shared the impression of many that this was another Pixar comedy. I was surprised by the longer movie that had far fewer jokes. However, this is not a negative, simply a difference.
This is one of the better super hero movies of all time. In a year that saw Spiderman 2, this is some extra comic book goodness that is totally unexpected. It has introduced a new universe for the 'talented' to play in. It was a great ride, well balanced and the action felt far more real than I would have expected from an animated film.
The one thing I wish had been pointed out is the fact this is NOT for young children. While one of my kids loved it, the other was very scared at several parts. If your children have seen past action movies and were okay with them, then they're safe for this one. There is no gore, but many deaths and jarring scenes with sudden appearances of 'bad guys'. The very end especially was difficult for my youngest. I don't want to spoil any story points but take it from me that this type of ending is hard for kids.
I found that I wished I had seen this with just my husband, but I think that's because I just didn't want to share. I didn't want to be distracted by my children's questions. I wanted to enjoy the movie just for me. I will defiantly be seeing this one again.