The Incredibles (2004)

Director: Brad Bird

Starring: Craig T. Nelson, Holly Hunter, Jason Lee, Samuel L. Jackson

Wow. Home-run for Pixar. I don't have a lot to say about this film.

This may be the best Superhero movie of all time. I kid not. The action is deftly handled, the script is witty and clever, and the characters are well rounded and believable. There are touches of The Watchmen and old DC JSA. Mr. Incredible is powerful like Superman but without the Godlike quality. This lends credibility to when Danger strikes. The tone was slightly dark but not so inappropriate that you couldn't take 6 or 7 year olds too it. The action may be a bit too intense for anyone younger.

Kudos to Craig T. Nelson. His vocals really added depth to Mr I. His performance anchors and carries this film. The same for Holly Hunter. They have terrific chemistry as the Parrs. They bicker and fight in the heat of battle. Reminiscent of.. Oh just about everyone's parents. Which is what makes this feature something special. If you are married well... You might very well be the Parrs. Or you might have been the hyper activity son or the wallflower daughter. Or the cool as ice Frozone. Man but Sammy J had the best lines.

This film comes Highly recommended. Like I said, not much to add. You should just see it now.

-N