One Of The Most Entertaining Animated Features In Years...

Rating: 8/10 (8 October 2006)

The Parrs aren't what you'd call a normal family. Dad Bob has super strength and mom Helen can stretch her body like a rubber band. Daughter Violet can will herself into invisibility, son Dash has super speed, and lil' Jack Jack... well, if you haven't seen it, I wouldn't dream of spoiling it. Together they are The Incredibles, a spandex-clad superhero squad determined to save the world from the forces of evil while still making it home at a decent hour.
THE INCREDIBLES is one of the most fun and entertaining animated features in years. Visually, it's a breathtaking treat for the eyes. The computer animation team managed to depict even the finest details without hindering the Saturday morning cartoon feel that gives the film so much of its charm. It's simply amazing to watch. The sound is equally superb, with high marks going to a casting team that found a perfect audio mate for each character.
Of course that wouldn't matter much without a good script and original, creative dialog. In that regard, THE INCREDIBLES scores again. The writing here is particularly sharp. Unlike a lot of family movies, where kids laugh at the kid stuff and parents laugh at the stuff junior is too young to get, the jokes here are broad and funny whether you're 8 or 88. And unlike so many animated efforts before it, THE INCREDIBLES is never weighed down by the serious, life-lesson moments, nor is it heavy-handed with its morality.
THE INCREDIBLES was a well-deserved box office smash. Much like MONSTERS INC. and SHREK, grown-ups will be surprised at how much they enjoy it, and the kiddies... well, you can expect this one to be a constant presence in the DVD player.