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The Incredibles (2004)



The Incredibles (2004)



8/10



Starring the voice of
Craig T. Nelson
Holly Hunter
Sarah Vowell


Directed by Brad Bird

This is my go-to companion for action. The Incredibles is an action-packed, comedy-filled computer-animated superhero film that balances the superhero life with the suburban life. The movie goes beyond the usual computer animation that Pixar was known for—it features an all-human cast, which pushed the Pixar animators to their limits due to the intense work required to create these characters. The Incredibles is a film you can easily connect with, finding fun at every turn.

After the disappointing performance of his movie The Iron Giant (1999)—often attributed to poor marketing—Brad Bird. He turned his attention to developing a movie idea he’d been working on for some time. He pitched the concept to Pixar’s John Lasseter, who loved it and brought Bird on board the Pixar team to make the movie. The idea centered on a superhero family, with the father going through a midlife crisis. Bird’s refusal to compromise led to numerous delays, as the animators worked tirelessly to perfect the human characters' skin, clothing, and hair, as well as animating water, fire, air, and smoke to make everything look as realistic as possible.

The movie plot focuses on the challenges of the superhero family, with each member dealing with their own issues. The movie was well directed so that you are not overwhelmed by the focus on one character. You get to love each character and enjoy the way they manage their own challenges.

The movie does include some darker elements, with death depicted as inevitable and the characters showing no hesitation in taking out their enemies. Even Mr. Incredible and Elastigirl’s children were unshaken by the explosions and deaths of their opposition. They weren’t surprised or remorseful when their enemies perished, nor did they object to their parents’ use of deadly force. While this adds realism to the story, I feel it’s something kids shouldn’t be overly exposed to.

The Incredibles was a theatrical success, winning two Academy Awards for Best Animated Feature and Best Sound Editing. It dominated the box office, earning over $630 million against a $92 million production budget. The film also inspired comics, merchandise, and at least three video games based on its characters and adventures.

The Incredibles is pure fun—the kind of fun you get from a great action flick combined with a fantastic sitcom. It’s truly one of a kind, and I’ve been eagerly waiting for a sequel ever since its release. Hopefully, the wait won’t be too long.

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