Good But not Great

Rating: 6/10 (31 July 2007)

Lets face it The Simpsons belongs on TV in 20 min episodes and thats where its finest moments can be found. The movie is overlong, relies heavily on visual comedy and lacks the satirical cutting edge of the best TV episodes. That said, it's entertaining and there are some very funny moments. Homer is hilariously stupid and steals the film. Shame some of the supporting characters don't get more air time though. I wanted to see Mr. Burns more as well as Apu, Sideshow Bob and several others who were barely seen. The first part of the film is good but the middle part isn't that funny. It does pick up towards the end but never reaches the pinnacle of the best Simpsons episodes. I think they should have worried less about having a plot and spent more time writing those great gags. Still, after 15 years a good effort.