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SythusRATINGSOct 19, 2014

Once upon a time in a far away swamp, there lived an ornery ogre named Shrek (Myers) whose precious solitude is suddenly shattered by an invasion of annoying fairy-tale characters.

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MariofanFeb 28, 2015

Great movie! It was even better than the book. The storyline was awesome. The voice acting was great. The characters were fun. Mike Myers was great as the voice of Shrek. Shrek was the start of a great movie franchise and you shouldGreat movie! It was even better than the book. The storyline was awesome. The voice acting was great. The characters were fun. Mike Myers was great as the voice of Shrek. Shrek was the start of a great movie franchise and you should definitely watch this film.… Expand

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homer4presidentMar 11, 2015

A childhood favorite of mine! Shrek is so funny, so irreverent and also has a heart in him somewhere. I loved this animated movie, I could watch it over and over and over again. Recommend this movie to any family.

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kyle20ellisMar 27, 2022

I liked the incidental music very much, especially in the escape from the Dragon scene. I wasn't hugely fond of the pop music featured, but putting that minor quibble aside, this was still an original and funny animated film, that will pleaseI liked the incidental music very much, especially in the escape from the Dragon scene. I wasn't hugely fond of the pop music featured, but putting that minor quibble aside, this was still an original and funny animated film, that will please any animation lover. The animation is faultless, never stiff, and lovely backgrounds. The script is laugh-out-loud funny with the fairytale characters, Gingerbread Man especially, and Robin Hood. The characters are definitely memorable, and the terrific voice cast brings the film to life. Mike Myers voices the ogre with feeling, but it is Eddie Murphy who steals the film. Though Cameron Diaz is lovely as Fiona, and John Lithgow is delightfully villainous as Lord Farquad, though his villain isn't the most memorable villain ever in an animation. The film sparkles with heart and humour, it is impossible not to like it. In conclusion, look out for it, you'll be glad you did! 9/10 Bethany Cox.… Expand

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DanBurritoSep 19, 2015

This film is Dreamworks' equivalent to Toy Story. It's smart, witty and entertaining for kids and adults alike. Eddie Murphy gives the best performance of his career as Donkey, the franchise's parody of Disney comic relief characters. TheThis film is Dreamworks' equivalent to Toy Story. It's smart, witty and entertaining for kids and adults alike. Eddie Murphy gives the best performance of his career as Donkey, the franchise's parody of Disney comic relief characters. The story is your typical "save the princess from the dragon" story but the twist is that the saviour is a monster! I'd highly recommend this, it's a classic.… Expand

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CriticFerSep 23, 2016

Shrek it's a good example for one of the greatest animated movies of all time. The animation is spectacular, the characters are memorable and funny, the story is really interesting, the comedy is good and the message is really strong. SoShrek it's a good example for one of the greatest animated movies of all time. The animation is spectacular, the characters are memorable and funny, the story is really interesting, the comedy is good and the message is really strong. So yeah, i love this movie, like everyone else. I defiantly recommend this movie for the family.… Expand

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EpicLadySpongeJan 3, 2016

Although too dark for your little kids, Shrek has captured the feelings of what it takes to be a jokester at Disney's side. The kids won't understand most of the maturity in this movie while they're watching it.

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FuturedirectorMar 12, 2016

With a surprisingly unpredictable story-telling and a breathtaking message, Shrek's doody jokes are practically invisible. Its victory on the Academy Awards makes much sense.

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superbatJun 1, 2020

Shrek remains an animated classic to this day. Though inspired by classic fairytales, it's an original story full of wit, heart, humor, and charming characters.

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MonkiReviewsJan 23, 2018

I enjoyed it a lot. The animation was amazing and still holds up well in modern times. The voice acting is also good. The story started out great, the middle was exciting and fun, and the ending was pretty good also. I would reccomend this.

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buzzsparkApr 15, 2018

Somebody once told me the world was gonna roll me, I ain't the sharpest tool in the shed. Seriously. What's there not to like about Shrek?

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LoletinAlexisJun 3, 2020

Phew, what to say about this marvel.
A great satire, with a great dose of humor.
And its characters are perfect.

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taccriticDec 1, 2018

how could you not remember this amazing movie? its so memorable, the animation is great, the humour is great
oh and shrek is love
shrek is life
never forget that
better than shrek 3
thank you for coming to my ted talk

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sebastianaliAug 2, 2019

La historia esta perfectamente contada. Una película muy original capaz de atraer tanto a niños como a adultos, y capaz de equilibrar perfectamente tanto su humor como su seriedad, con una excelente banda sonora y desarrollo de personajes,La historia esta perfectamente contada. Una película muy original capaz de atraer tanto a niños como a adultos, y capaz de equilibrar perfectamente tanto su humor como su seriedad, con una excelente banda sonora y desarrollo de personajes, ademas de funcionar también como una gran parodia a las películas de Disney. Una de esas películas que se hacen tan solo una vez.… Expand

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zNeverSleepingJun 18, 2020

A melhor coisa dessa animação é que ela é justamente sobre o relacionamento de Shrek, Fiona e Burro, nada mais diverge disso.

O modo como "Shrek 1" trabalha com a imagem corporal é muito interessante. Aqui a mensagem é passada de maneiraA melhor coisa dessa animação é que ela é justamente sobre o relacionamento de Shrek, Fiona e Burro, nada mais diverge disso.

O modo como "Shrek 1" trabalha com a imagem corporal é muito interessante. Aqui a mensagem é passada de maneira simples, mas precisa. Shrek, desde o início do filme, demonstra uma reclusão social que acontece por conta do preconceito que é gerado em torno de sua aparência. O mesmo tomou suas ofensas como um escudo, uma camada...
Nada pode ofendê-lo porque ele acabou por incorporar aquilo que de fato falam. Porém, isso o machuca por dentro, e quando ele encontra duas personalidades que não ligam para sua aparência, e nem o vinculam de acordo com seus supostos comportamentos característicos, tudo muda.

O arco da Fiona é tão importante quanto. A mesma cresceu "preparada" para viver uma história que não era dela. Forçada a ser o que os outros a destinaram a ser. A mesma acreditava que uma princesa precisava ser linda, mas não do jeito subjetivo que a beleza é, e sim da forma padronizada que a sociedade criou para isso. Precisa ser branca, magra, da cintura fina, do cabelo fino, dos olhos azuis e lábios finos. No final ela aprende que não precisa de nada disso para ser linda, e que seu amor verdadeiro vai muito além de um cavaleiro encantado que todas as histórias contam.

Quanto ao burro, seu arco também é importantíssimo. A discussão sobre amizade, perdão e inocência nunca deve ser deixada de lado, e foi ela, afinal, que dou o pontapé inicial de tudo.

Quanto ao filme propriamente dito, a fotografia é lindíssima. Eu não lembrada da paleta de cores ser tão viva e atraente. A trilha sonora do filme é legendária, e casa muito bem com as cenas. A comédia aqui funciona muito bem, inclusive, essa animação é um meme ambulante. O filme também tem seus momentos dramáticos e, mesmo com 20 anos nas costas, me emocionei. Também amei as camadas do filme, no sentido que ele apresenta uma excelente e diferente, na medida do possível e sem perder a essência, trama tanto para adultos quanto crianças.

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DiptanshuMay 14, 2020

Unique and amazing.Music was great specially the soundtracks.story was good love the fairy-tale things in between.screenplay and voice was good.starting intro was literally funniest Grose thing ever.starting was good but it felt slow andUnique and amazing.Music was great specially the soundtracks.story was good love the fairy-tale things in between.screenplay and voice was good.starting intro was literally funniest Grose thing ever.starting was good but it felt slow and little off the animation of humans felt little worst the backgrounds and other visuals were good.love the rescue mission with donkey literally whole run-time the funniest character love his bonding with Shrek.the fairy tale and other references were amazing love the mirror and the king.the princess fighting was literally amazing love the Matrix type slow motion and KungFu and her reveal was predictable but little surprising,the dragon and donkey both were funny and at last the ending it was Good the attack and all love the way everyone follow the words in written card-board.Overall its uniquely amazing and funny entertaining movie!… Expand

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AnimaDraws2DSSep 7, 2020

Great and entertaining! And it mocks( well, I guess so) Disney in a genius way
My score: 92

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MrPajamasNov 1, 2020

Shrek is simply a classic. To this day, memes are created from it. The animation is nice and overall the story is excellent in that it makes fun of other fairy tales. I must also praise Czech dubbing, which is simply excellent. Unfortunately,Shrek is simply a classic. To this day, memes are created from it. The animation is nice and overall the story is excellent in that it makes fun of other fairy tales. I must also praise Czech dubbing, which is simply excellent. Unfortunately, there are two and I'm talking about the first one from 2001. The soundtrack is nice and overall I recommend Shrek.… Expand

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CRoger013Jan 1, 2021

This movie is excellent! Awesome characters but the villains sucked! This is my favorite dreamworks franchise!

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PeteyPirahnaFeb 6, 2022

9.5/10
Fun film 21 years later. Great characters, lots of great jokes, great music, just great movie.

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JJ2FAS4UDec 30, 2021

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OldMcBrotherJan 20, 2022

This is definitely a cult classic. The intro to this film with All Star is easily the best start to any film I've seen It's overall just a chaotic masterpiece and a great deconstruction of the tired-old Disney fairytale we all know. I loveThis is definitely a cult classic. The intro to this film with All Star is easily the best start to any film I've seen It's overall just a chaotic masterpiece and a great deconstruction of the tired-old Disney fairytale we all know. I love it, it's one of my favorite animated films of all time by far.… Expand

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retujediMar 5, 2022

Shrek is one of the most rewatchable films to come out of the early 2000's, with its cynical humor and great characters.

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Andrik1952Apr 5, 2022

Muy buena trama por parte de la productora y muy buena animación que incluye casi todos los títulos de cuentos en una sola animación simple y perfecto

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apocalyApr 5, 2022

One of the best movies of all time. Has something for everyone and very very quotable. I loved it as a kid and enjoy it still as much as an adult.

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LeGabrielUrbanoNov 22, 2022

The classic of modern classics, who does not remember the first adventure of the most famous ogre in cinema? In every respect it is an iconic and high quality film.

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JacobJun 5, 2013

While Shrek may not make laugh anymore still has lots of things to keep my interest. I like the characters and their relationship. The film starizes fairy tales, Disney films in particular, taking a story that has been done to death and doingWhile Shrek may not make laugh anymore still has lots of things to keep my interest. I like the characters and their relationship. The film starizes fairy tales, Disney films in particular, taking a story that has been done to death and doing something new with it. Top that off with some nice animation and music and you have a strong film. If you have not seen this film yet check it out all the stuff I mentioned plus the humor make for enjoyable film that you will be glad you saw. There is a reason why this film spawned three sequels and a spin off. Shrek is one of Dreamworks’ finest.

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gm101Oct 6, 2010

While I like the movie, I think it's overrated. It wasn't until Shrek 2 that I really became a Shrek fan, becuase I think the first sequel (not Shrek 3) is much, much funnier.

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drlowdonAug 25, 2023

Once upon a time there lived an ogre named Shrek. Shrek lived a peaceful life of solitude until one day his peace his destroyed by an invasion of fairy tale characters who have all been banished from their kingdom.

Shrek doesn’t quite reachOnce upon a time there lived an ogre named Shrek. Shrek lived a peaceful life of solitude until one day his peace his destroyed by an invasion of fairy tale characters who have all been banished from their kingdom.

Shrek doesn’t quite reach the highs of Pixar’s best movies, but a fun cast of characters provide plenty of laughs for both adults and children.… Expand

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grandpajoe6191Sep 28, 2011

"Shrek" is the best, and the last, masterpiece that Dreamworks animation created. It has a powerful force that appeals greatly to the audience, a power comparable to those of Pixar's.

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spadenxDec 12, 2011

Probably one of the best animated films you will see in your life. Shrek has everything going for it - Solid voice acting by a highly experianced cast, A funny story, and an interesting film that was worth sitting through. Shrek is good.

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Trev29Jun 9, 2013

Very funny, lively, and charming. It manages to appeal to a wide range of people, which is why it comes off as one of the better animation movies in the last decade.

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moonman1994Jul 28, 2013

A great and funny animated film for all ages! You gotta love the story and how it plays with classic children's stories and nursery rhymes. Unique and interesting and an animated classic!

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dante_finnDec 22, 2012

A motion picture phonomenom Enchantingly irreverrent. An OGER sized adventure

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Iky009Jan 6, 2014

Uma das animações mais originais da década de 2000.Uma das animações mais originais da década de 2000. … Expand

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XzRecolzJul 16, 2013

It's sure not the best movie of 2001, but back then when I was younger I really liked it. It was funny, and I think DW did a great thing creating this movie.

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FranzHcriticNov 12, 2013

Its satirical elements are straightforward and blunt in a way that gives the film its laughter. Like most great cartoon films, the voice acting is superb [Eddie Murphy], and the dialogue works well with the voices, as does the unconventionalIts satirical elements are straightforward and blunt in a way that gives the film its laughter. Like most great cartoon films, the voice acting is superb [Eddie Murphy], and the dialogue works well with the voices, as does the unconventional dialogue (for a cartoon). Parodied well, unlike most satires, which I can't stand to look at.… Expand

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AndremaxDec 3, 2019

Shrek is full of plot twist and subplots, everything well developed and executed cleverly, at the same time ensures funny.

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Mordovan89Mar 5, 2014

Very nice with good story, represents true love and friendship, and the animation is super. I would give 9 but i miss excitement and adventure was not much to say, but either way is good and won an Oscar for best animated film, fine by Dreamworks.

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MovieManiac83Apr 25, 2015

Dreamworks Pictures' wonderful, whimsical Shrek proves to be the latest family film to live up to its billing. With its blend of high adventure, light romance, and double-layered dialogue (which will take on a slightly different meaning forDreamworks Pictures' wonderful, whimsical Shrek proves to be the latest family film to live up to its billing. With its blend of high adventure, light romance, and double-layered dialogue (which will take on a slightly different meaning for the under- and over-12 crowd), Shrek is capable of enthralling both children and their parents. In fact, this movie is so good that adults unaccompanied by offspring can venture into a theater without having to dress up in a disguise. Shrek is not a guilty pleasure for sophisticated movie-goers; it is, purely and simply, a pleasure.

When it comes to computer-generated motion pictures, Shrek has once more raised the bar - and this one was already at an impressively high level in the wake of Toy Story 2 and Dinosaur. Yet Shrek outshines them both, boasting the most impressive detail and most amazingly rendered creatures of any motion picture in its class. And, although the human beings still don't look entirely realistic, they're getting close. In fact, this is the first major computer animated film in which human beings have had a significant role (they played secondary parts in the two Toy Storys), and their appearance is such that we have no more trouble accepting them than we do in traditional animated fare.

Shrek is essentially Beauty and the Beast with a few clever twists. In the quirky, irreverent way that it views fairy tales and their conventions, it's not unlike The Princess Bride. Fans of those two stories will find much to like here. And, both kids and adults can play a game of "guess how many famous faces we can see". There are certainly a large number of cameos: Pinnochio (a "possessed toy"), Snow White and the Seven Dwarves, Cinderella, the Big Bad Wolf, the Three Little Pigs, the Gingerbread Man, the Three Blind Mice, the Mirror (as in "Mirror, mirror on the wall, who's the fairest of them all..."), and many others.

Many of Shrek's funniest lines (like "a castle that big must mean he's compensating for something") will go over younger viewer's heads, but there are still plenty that won't ("I'm going to save my ass", referring to Donkey). The screenplay was obviously written with all age groups in mind. Shrek is not on such a lofty plane that children will feel as if they're missing something, but it isn't lobotomized in a way that will insult the intelligence of older viewers.

As impressive as the visuals are - and they are very impressive - Shrek wouldn't be the movie it is without a quartet of effective vocal performances. As this kind of animation becomes more prevalent, the importance of choosing the right voices will need equal care and attention. Voices help to define the characters, and a bad choice can do irreparable damage. Just as not all silent stars were suitable for talkie roles, so not all live-action actors can do vocal performances. Fortunately, Shrek has four capable actors. First and foremost is Mike Myers, who is known as a vocal chameleon. Without seeing his name in the opening credits, you'd never know it was him. John Lithgow plays Faquaad as nasty and short-sighted, but not really evil, which makes a pleasant change from the usual animated villain. Eddie Murphy shows that a real comic genius can get laughs without relying on his own facial expressions and body language. Murphy's Donkey is one of the funniest characters he has brought to the screen. (Here, he improves upon what he did in Mulan.) Finally, Cameron Diaz's princess is equal parts sugar and vinegar. She believes in true love and Prince Charming, but, like her Charlie's Angels alter-ego, she's not afraid to do a little Matrix-style butt kicking.

The interplay between Shrek and Princess Fiona is sweet and tender, while the exchanges between the ogre and the ass are often barbed and subversively funny. Like The Princess Bride, Shrek breaks with convention, but not so far that viewers will be put off by it. And, while there is a happy ending (as there must be in any fairy tale, no matter how unconventional), it's not necessarily the conclusion that many people will be expecting (at least up until the 2/3 point, when the movie reveals its hand). First-time co-directors Andrew Adamson and Vicky Jenson (he has worked as a visual supervisor on other films, including the two Joel Schumacher Batmans; this is her first credit) have crafted a movie to be proud of, and one that will hopefully receive a lot of attention, even during the crowded summer season. Shrek is easily one of the year's most magical experiences.… Expand

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CineAutoctonoJul 21, 2015

Wow , super wow , super duper wow . Dreamworks Animation. It strengthened and Shrek animation (if not mistaken) , was one of the first of the production , I loved that movie.

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YellowKirbySep 9, 2015

Shrek is a brilliant film with some good jokes and characters. The perfect way to start a franchise. Although Monsters, Inc. should have won the oscar in 2001.

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FilmMasterEdJan 5, 2016

Shrek, a screwball fable from debuting directors Andrew Adamson and Vicky Jenson, also looks good enough to justify some preening. Based on a children's book by William Steig, the film represents a new peak in computer animation from PDI/Shrek, a screwball fable from debuting directors Andrew Adamson and Vicky Jenson, also looks good enough to justify some preening. Based on a children's book by William Steig, the film represents a new peak in computer animation from PDI/ DreamWorks — the folks who brought you Antz. But this time they've added humans to the mix. Shrek, voiced by Mike Myers with the same Scottish burr he gave Fat Bastard in the last Austin Powers flick, is a big, green, stinking ogre who sticks close to his home in the swamps to avoid people who call him a big, green, stinking ogre. But then the badass Lord Farquaad (voiced by John Lithgow), a three-foot-tall bully with a giant ego, demands that Shrek rescue Farquaad's feisty intended, Princess Fiona (voiced by Cameron Diaz), from a fire-breathing lady dragon who has her mojo going for Shrek's pal Donkey (brayed to comic perfection by Eddie Murphy). Insiders will tell you that Farquaad is DreamWorks chief Jeffrey Katzenberg's revenge on his former Disney boss Michael Eisner. What, just because Farquaad's kingdom is a theme park with turnstiles and his subjects include Pinocchio, Cinderella and Snow White? Forget the in-jokes, the moral messages about beauty being skin-deep (No! Really?) and the rock soundtrack. By the time Smash Mouth sing the Monkees' hit "I'm a Believer," you'll be a believer, too. What matters about Shrek is the wonder of the photorealistic animation — only God can make a tree, but a million digital polygons come damn close — the humor of the storytelling and the way the characters touch your heart without making you puke. Cannes judges might blanch at the product tie-ins (green ketchup from Heinz — puh-leese!), but Shrek is a world-class charmer that could even seduce the Academy when it hands out the first official animation Oscar next year. A hermit hero whose farts kill fish, the first smart ass to talk onscreen since Ace Ventura, a hidden dragon of a princess who sings off-key and a villain based on Disney's CEO — what's not to like?… Expand

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SrPepeMar 3, 2018

Una película original, divertida y graciosa. Me encanta, los personajes son de lo mejor que puede ofrecer una película de animación.

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MovieMasterEddyApr 9, 2016

“Shrek” is an instant animated classic. Rudely sending up even the most beloved fairy tale traditions while at the same time effectively embodying them, this spirited and often very funny lark accomplishes something that most films in the“Shrek” is an instant animated classic. Rudely sending up even the most beloved fairy tale traditions while at the same time effectively embodying them, this spirited and often very funny lark accomplishes something that most films in the bygone Hollywood studio era used to do but is remarkably rare in today’s world of niche markets: It offers entertainment equally to viewers from 4 to 104.

Playing equally effectively as a lively romp for kids and an enormously clever comedy for adults, “Shrek” is both simple and sophisticated, hip without being smug or condescending. It’s also a film for animation fans to cherish as well as one that non-enthusiasts can enjoy. On May 12, pic will become just the fifth animated film to be shown in competition at the Cannes Film Festival, after the late ’40s-early ’50s Disney features “Make Mine Music,” “Dumbo” and “Peter Pan,” and the 1973 French production “La Planete Sauvage” (Fantastic Planet).

Shaking the narrative and stylistic cobwebs from the form, standing every fairy tale convention on its head and landing some excellent shots at Disney for good measure, the picture scores on every front: The writing is smart, the vocal performances are game, and the relatively lifelike look is stunningly realized, making for the best-looking computer animated feature to date.

Screenplay by the team of Ted Elliott and Terry Rossio (“Aladdin,” “The Mark of Zorro”), Joe Stillman (“Beavis & Butt-head Do America”) and Roger S.H. Schulman (“Balto”) is based on a short 1990 illustrated children’s book by William Steig that chronicled in very simple terms a horrible ogre’s journey to a castle where he wins the hand of an equally ugly princess. There was nothing more to it than that, so it’s a conservative estimate to venture that at least 95% of the inspiration for what’s onscreen came from the scriptwriters, who have let their imaginations go in coming up with characters, subplots, relationships, gags, intrigues and flights of fancy that have no seeds in the book.

Fine jokes and reversals of expectations fill the journey homeward, where the film most clearly reveals its charming small debts to such timeless classics as “Don Quixote,” “The Wizard of Oz” and “Beauty and the Beast,” among others. One of the funniest bits has Princess Fiona singing a Disney-style duet with a bluebird, until the chirping creature suddenly explodes when Fiona hits a piercing high note. Only false note in the entire picture comes when Fiona, accosted by a strangely French-accented “Monsieur” Robin Hood, makes some “Matrix”/”Crouching Tiger”-type martial arts moves; bit feels like a sop to tastes of the moment and is the element that will first appear to date the film in years to come.

Visually, “Shrek” is a constant dazzlement, the images all but leaping off the screen. Against the brilliantly designed, exceptionally vivid backgrounds, the characters, human and animal alike, appear realistic and highly expressive without being photographically so; the fine line between naturalism and stylization has been unerringly walked by the large team working under first-time directors Andrew Adamson (a veteran visual effects supervisor) and Vicky Jenson (an art director and storyboard artist).

Endowing Shrek with a mild Irish brogue, Myers brings abundant drollery and vocal appeal to the physically repugnant title character, which implicitly lends weight to the underlying theme of beauty coming from the inside. Much as he did in his previous animated outing as Mushu the Dragon in “Mulan,” Murphy provides Donkey with a jive-talking motor mouth; some of his riffs are genuinely amusing, but the routine threatens to become a bit much at times. Diaz’s readings are energetic and willful, making Fiona a medieval “Charlie’s Angels” candidate, and Lithgow makes the vertically shortchanged Farquaad imposing without undue melodrama.

Outstanding score by Harry Gregson-Williams and John Powell (“Antz,” “Chicken Run”) is abetted by a collection of eclectic, shrewdly chosen pop tunes all used to lively effect.… Expand

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DoniJrNov 8, 2018

Thank goodness we have Shrek. It's a very entertaining film, funny and spot on in all satires with the fairytales and Disney's trops.

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JPacDec 21, 2019

On a serious note, not considering meme opinions, this movie is actually surprisingly REALLY well made for an early 2000's CGI feature film. It has a good balance of humor and story while still being able to keep up with its moral values. OneOn a serious note, not considering meme opinions, this movie is actually surprisingly REALLY well made for an early 2000's CGI feature film. It has a good balance of humor and story while still being able to keep up with its moral values. One of the best movies made by Dreamworks!… Expand

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griersonMar 28, 2019

shrek es una pelicula muy entretenida,shrek es un ogro que tendra una aventura con un burro para salvar a una princesa,si lo logra le devolveran su pantano donde se encuentran personajes de peliculas de cuentos de adas,lo que no saben de lashrek es una pelicula muy entretenida,shrek es un ogro que tendra una aventura con un burro para salvar a una princesa,si lo logra le devolveran su pantano donde se encuentran personajes de peliculas de cuentos de adas,lo que no saben de la princesa les sorprendera porque...… Expand

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Richmond95Oct 5, 2019

While some of the CG hasn't aged very well, Shrek remains a great satire of the classic fairy tale, with big laughs, iconic characters, and a great soundtrack. It's as good as people say it is!

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KimiFinsterAug 3, 2020

This movie is pretty good and it still holds up. It would've get a 10 out of 10 if it showed Shrek's butt in the mud shower though.

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Resin817Aug 18, 2020

Shrek did so many wonderful things to the entertainment genre. They made Smash Mouth famous for **** sake. Shrek became a very entertaining meme and the movie is re-watchable and incredible. Shrek has a thing for everyone, to babies to ****Shrek did so many wonderful things to the entertainment genre. They made Smash Mouth famous for **** sake. Shrek became a very entertaining meme and the movie is re-watchable and incredible. Shrek has a thing for everyone, to babies to **** adults. The slipped-in adult jokes are incredible, the voice-acting can have minor flaws but is still good. And there are REALLY entertaining characters. If you ask me the Shrek franchise saved Dream-Works from being nothing but a lost joke in the animated-film area. Mike Myers does a fantastic job as Shrek, and the other roles are spot-on and iconic as well. For a 2001 film the animation is like something in the 2010's, it's really beautiful at some spots. I love the opening Swamp scene, the animation is pretty and astounding. As I will always say....Shrek is Love....Shrek is Life.… Expand

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Sarian263Mar 15, 2021

A classic heart warming movie, Shrek is one of those ones where you watch it once and you will have it stuck with you for ever. He is a loveable character and is someone alot of people (me included) can relate too. There are other charactersA classic heart warming movie, Shrek is one of those ones where you watch it once and you will have it stuck with you for ever. He is a loveable character and is someone alot of people (me included) can relate too. There are other characters here as well and all of them do a excellent job. The fact that this movie is based around classic fairy tale stories gives it such a nostalgic feeling but also puts enough of a fresh spin on it to make it new and unique. It hasn't got the sparkly sparkles that a Disney movie would have but that is what we are here to see! We are here to watch a ogre have a shower in the mud, but also go on a epic adventure and in doing so, find out there is more to life than just scaring people and that everyone, even ogres have layers...Like a onion.… Expand

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Gamzguy17Aug 21, 2021

For their fifth major film release, Dreamworks successfully (and hilariously) parodies the fairy tale genre in "Shrek" with brilliant comedic timing/editing mixed with appropriate musical scores/sound effects and with extremely memorable andFor their fifth major film release, Dreamworks successfully (and hilariously) parodies the fairy tale genre in "Shrek" with brilliant comedic timing/editing mixed with appropriate musical scores/sound effects and with extremely memorable and well-casted characters who all have their own quotes that many viewers will remember long after the film is over. However, it is not a perfect film because it does suffer from the same clichés as the stories it makes fun of and at times the jokes are dated to the early 2000's, but with a (literally) beautiful moral that is lovingly told in between the silly farce; you have a film that stands a chance at being a pop culture gem for a long time.… Expand

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DestroyAllHumanAug 1, 2022

This movie's a **** classic, it changed everything, with that said it is flawed and it definetly aged a lot worse than I remembered.

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MichaelDApr 30, 2011

The movie was alright. It's funny enough and it's watchable. The best thing was Eddie Murphy who was fantastic in the movie.

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aaronpaul121May 24, 2012

It is a good movie but it falls flat when it comes to jokes and the humor, they are very ridiculous and corny. But I do love the graphics and the overall animation. The plot was just good. The characters' voices are good. Most of it was goodIt is a good movie but it falls flat when it comes to jokes and the humor, they are very ridiculous and corny. But I do love the graphics and the overall animation. The plot was just good. The characters' voices are good. Most of it was good but not great....… Expand

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TyranianApr 7, 2019

Very entertaining film with great humour and characters. Voice acting is also good.

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Rox22Dec 17, 2013

When it came out, I honestly didn't think too much of it. The character were OK, the story was a little unique yet also a little cliched at the same time. But what really does make the first Shrek movie are the performances. Myers, Murphy,When it came out, I honestly didn't think too much of it. The character were OK, the story was a little unique yet also a little cliched at the same time. But what really does make the first Shrek movie are the performances. Myers, Murphy, Lithgow and Diaz are just fantastic and really add powerful energy to an otherwise dull film with that's a perhaps a bit too kid friendly for its own good.

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SEROJMar 13, 2013

Animation classic, DreamWorks's biggest hit Shrek! Probably one of the greatest animation's of 21th century yet! The Story is great and the adventure is awesome! You should definitely watch this if you didn't. My score 7/10

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TheApplegnomeJun 24, 2016

A weirdly written -- but greatly amusing fairy tale that shines with humor fit for both kids & adults. The plot is very focused on what it means to be human. Romance, friendships - to be alone, to feel ugly and basic human emotions. It's oneA weirdly written -- but greatly amusing fairy tale that shines with humor fit for both kids & adults. The plot is very focused on what it means to be human. Romance, friendships - to be alone, to feel ugly and basic human emotions. It's one movie of its kind -- so odd but the writing is exemplary! We follow these well visualized characters on their paths through the tale and it is an entertaining & happy ride! Sure some out there might think it's a "too immature film" -- and the animation is in comparison with today's standards very vague. But it's one heck of a film!

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MovieGuysMar 3, 2014

The Shrek series-- even after all the praise the first one got-- just got worse and worse has time went on. And the first installment wasn't that good to begin with.

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gNov 12, 2016

Fairy Tales do put a bit of humor in order to sense real life moments, Shrek is memorable in some level and first installments that begins film series doesn't fail for just another sequel. It doesn't have one beauty of sensibility about theFairy Tales do put a bit of humor in order to sense real life moments, Shrek is memorable in some level and first installments that begins film series doesn't fail for just another sequel. It doesn't have one beauty of sensibility about the ogre that carries his journey.… Expand

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Experiment626Apr 6, 2022

Great movie. Over the years I have come to appreciate the humor / jokes more and more. Many jokes at a certain company's expense. The humor does skew more towards the adult side, but I think younger audiences will still be entertained byGreat movie. Over the years I have come to appreciate the humor / jokes more and more. Many jokes at a certain company's expense. The humor does skew more towards the adult side, but I think younger audiences will still be entertained by the story.… Expand

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vidcriticOct 9, 2020

the most important movie DreamWorks has made... Shrek Shrek is an all time classic, and everyone knows that. The story is solid, and the characters and their casting are phenomenal. Shrek isn’t there #1 best anymore, but it’s still top 15 forthe most important movie DreamWorks has made... Shrek Shrek is an all time classic, and everyone knows that. The story is solid, and the characters and their casting are phenomenal. Shrek isn’t there #1 best anymore, but it’s still top 15 for them.… Expand

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DawidJohnsonFeb 6, 2023

I watched a 3d computer generated video of a young boy and Shrek loving each other and I will never be the same.

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SolidWeaselMGSMar 24, 2013

I enjoyed it, but it was kinda OK. I'm kinda giving it a mixed bag. And yes, you are not going to believe it, but I actually prefer all of the other 3 films over this film, they have better animation (well of course), better jokes and a better plot.

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DolphinReviewsJul 20, 2022

It's a pretty entertaining and fun kids movie. The dynamic between Shrek and Donkey is a classic now.

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NoBody134Apr 1, 2013

This film is the very definition of mediocre.
it was funny and enjoyable, but Eddie Murphy, the Godsend, wasn't the main source of entertainment, he was blend.
+the fact that the film was a boring at times.

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J.B.Nov 7, 2002

Oh come on people! this movie tried too hard to hit all points. How come they couldn't can't make their own damn sountrack? I mean Smashmouth?! Way to date your film. I love Mike Myers - but his "if it's not scottish Oh come on people! this movie tried too hard to hit all points. How come they couldn't can't make their own damn sountrack? I mean Smashmouth?! Way to date your film. I love Mike Myers - but his "if it's not scottish -it's crap" voice over (which btw, they reprecorded after they decided they didn't like his regular vocals). And the Dr. Doolittle Eddie Murphy Donkey made me want to yak. It's as if someone in Marketing said: let's make a film that will appeal to all ages- it will be a mix of "the Princess Bride" and "broadway's Into the Woods," but 3D ANIMATED. Then we'll make it hip by adding a few pop hits, and we'll get famous voices and make everyone tell sick jokes! Then we can call Burger King and have them make green slurpees and apple jelly dip! wow. It'll be great. And all you sick weirdos out there fell for it. This green piece won't be remembered for too long, take my word for it. Really, everybody thought the marky mark Planet of the Apes was great when it came out..and look what happened to that.… Expand

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Dostoyevsky3Dec 5, 2021

Fiona was the only good part about this movie. Donkey was a grating plot device and the humor was lame.

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Slippin_JerryFeb 27, 2023

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