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CATN1PNov 14, 2018

It's alright. I feel the whole thing with Cindy Lou's friends and mom was kind of unnecessary, but this movie is faithful to the original yet adds its own flavor at the same time.

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spongeswiftNov 15, 2018

"The Grinch" falls in line with "The Lorax" in which the movie is good but is dumbed down with childish toilet humor. I think this move doesn't deserve the heat it's getting. It's nice holiday fun and is a slight improvement from the already"The Grinch" falls in line with "The Lorax" in which the movie is good but is dumbed down with childish toilet humor. I think this move doesn't deserve the heat it's getting. It's nice holiday fun and is a slight improvement from the already alright "The Lorax" fronting with Zac Efron and Taylor Swift. Benedict Cumberbatch was a problem for me. I didn't like his voice behind the Grinch. Overall that was a pretty easy pill to swallow. The rest of the movie is fine, but it picked up in the third act. That was a tear jerker which was really uncommon for the quirky Illumination studio. Overall I enjoyed the film mildly but had some gripes that could've been fixed.… Expand

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nicholi0901Dec 21, 2019

I love this better then the first one it was funny and felt like a more Doctor seuss movie the only thing that I don't like is the song a little bit different lol and I feel like compared to the first one they changed the story a little bitI love this better then the first one it was funny and felt like a more Doctor seuss movie the only thing that I don't like is the song a little bit different lol and I feel like compared to the first one they changed the story a little bit but a good movie for me … Expand

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Trineo99Nov 10, 2018

First of all, the only really good thing about this movie was the animation. The animation in this movie was pretty good to look at. You can easily see that the animators put a lot of effort into how the movie looked. The pacing was prettyFirst of all, the only really good thing about this movie was the animation. The animation in this movie was pretty good to look at. You can easily see that the animators put a lot of effort into how the movie looked. The pacing was pretty decent seeing how it’s a kids movie. The pacing in the film felt around the same speed throughout the film and was easy to follow. Benedict Cumberbatch was ok as the Grinch. I’m not sure if it was his fault or the dialogue in the film because the dialogue was cringy. There was so much forced humour in the film but seeing how this film is a kids film that is understandable. Now like I said before the pacing in the film is decent just not great. The book is sixty-nine pages long and they expanded it to a two hour and twenty-six-minute long movie so at some parts it seems to drag on. In my opinion, the last half of this film is better than the first and by that I mean the last twenty or so minutes. There is a subplot in this movie that really doesn’t go anywhere so they could of just taken it out of the movie and probably make the movie a tiny bit better. The music in this film, which is scored by Danny Elfman, was actually pretty good but the the cover of the classic song wasn’t. At least this movie has a good message for people to follow that Christmas is about family and friends and not the gifts under a tree. In the end. The Grinch is a nice movie for kids but is an unnecessary film. If you want to see a good Grinch movie watch the 1966 one.… Expand

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JDX_AwesomeNov 28, 2018

I'm going to waste less of your time than this movie will. It was extremely by-the-numbers, completely inoffensive, bland, generally unfunny, and extremely mediocre. It's obvious that the only people that cared even a little were theI'm going to waste less of your time than this movie will. It was extremely by-the-numbers, completely inoffensive, bland, generally unfunny, and extremely mediocre. It's obvious that the only people that cared even a little were the animation crew and Benedict Cumberbatch, and even he can't save this. I won't lie, I thought this movie had soem good ideas that were underused, like when the Grinch is, ya' know, stealing Christmas. The gadgets he uses were interesting and visually fun, but that's only about five minutes of the movie. I also did feel fairly festive during this movie thanks to the surprisingly beautiful animation. This is for sure the worst 'Grinch' adaptation. It's just like they stretched out the 20 page book into a 90 miute movie and gave Cindy Lou Who something to do to reach the expected length. The Jim Carrey 'Grinch' at least take some risks and expands upon the concept of the book. I'm not saying that movie is amazing or anythin, but I enjoying way more than this 'Grinch' just based on Carrey's performance alone. This not only the best, but my favorite movie from Illumination with 'Despicable Me' as a close second, which isn't really saying much since this is the second worst animated movie I've seen this year, with 'Early Man' taking the spot of the worst only because of the plot. I suggest you see this with your family, chug some spiked egg nog (as long as your at least 21 years of age), turn your brain off, and enjoy the pretty lights and colors. That's the best way to watch this movie.… Expand

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UnsightlyWhaleNov 25, 2018

I think this version surpassed the original in my mind. It remained faithful to it while adding only positives. New yearly Christmas movie for my family for sure.

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LadleReviewsDec 5, 2018

Hands down the best Grinch ever. The characters are smart, funny, realistic, and do a great job of recreating a classic. My ONE thing I don't like is the speed of things. Most of it is absolutely perfectly paced, but some parts such asHands down the best Grinch ever. The characters are smart, funny, realistic, and do a great job of recreating a classic. My ONE thing I don't like is the speed of things. Most of it is absolutely perfectly paced, but some parts such as [spoiler] aren't well thought out, but still make it so good. Cindy-Lou is different in a great way, and it so well expands on these characters and adds so many new ones which just fit in really well. Overall, this is one of the most well thought out remakes ever; it's colorful, fun, and enjoyable and is impossible not to love.… Expand

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EpicLadySpongeNov 9, 2018

Illumination Entertainment seems to not learn its lesson from the mediocrity of The Lorax. In fact, the studio also seems to not learn its lesson from the mediocrity of Minions, Despicable Me 3, The Secret Life of Pets, and Sing. The GrinchIllumination Entertainment seems to not learn its lesson from the mediocrity of The Lorax. In fact, the studio also seems to not learn its lesson from the mediocrity of Minions, Despicable Me 3, The Secret Life of Pets, and Sing. The Grinch unfortunately ended up having the exact same problems that The Lorax had. Instead of sexual innuendos as the time filler as you saw it in that How the Grinch Stole Christmas movie from 2000, The Grinch uses pop culture references as the time filler and whether that improves Dr. Suess's film adaptation library or not depends on how stale the jokes will become in the next couple of years. I can quickly say that with a film that barely explains its plot to the audience these jokes will not hold up for long.… Expand

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gzayas91Nov 11, 2018

This is better than Jim Carry's ugly version. Is not better than Chuck Jones version, but is good enough as it is.

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NightReviewsNov 12, 2018

There are some Christmas traditions that are non-negotiable for a vast majority of people; gifts, excessive spending, eggnog, mistletoe and of course, watching some of your all-time favourite Christmas movies. While everyone has their ownThere are some Christmas traditions that are non-negotiable for a vast majority of people; gifts, excessive spending, eggnog, mistletoe and of course, watching some of your all-time favourite Christmas movies. While everyone has their own personal favourites, I can easily bet that one of those holiday tradition films, thats easily labeled as a ‘required viewing’ for the festive season is the 1966 Boris Karloff TV special How The Grinch Stole Christmas! Growing up and even today, its hard to flip through the channels without catching the original special. Yet, no matter how many times we’ve seen it before, or what part the special is on once you flip onto it, you can sure bet that the special will more than likely be watched until its heart-warming ending. Too bad, I’m sure the same can’t be said with the 2000 live action remake starring Jim Carrey. Luckily, 2018 has brought us a new, brighter and greener Mr.Grinch. From Illumination, the studio that brought us those adorable little minions we can’t get enough of, The Grinch is a vast, richly coloured, fun and most importantly, loyal addition to the Dr. Seuss canon; proving that sometimes, changing too much of a good thing, isn’t always better. Instead, Benedict Cumberbatch’s newest interpretation of the Grinch is loyal to the Boris Karloff original, channeling his wicked sense of humour, dark and twisted hate of a joyful holiday and its gleeful spirit and most of all, some exceptionally great voice work.

While almost everyone knows the basic narrative of the original story, this version pits us in a similar Whoville that we are all used to, but this time, the Mayor of Whoville, Mayor McGerkle (Angela Lansbury, yes the mayor is now a woman) declares Christmas be three times bigger; kind of ironic for a guy who’s heart is three times smaller than the average heart.

At an hour longer than the original film, you would think that screenwriters Michael LeSieur and Tommy Swerdlow would dabble deeper into the past of a cute and small little fella, yet, despite brief flashbacks of a baby grinch in an empty orphanage, these questions aren’t really relevant in a child-friendly animation film in 2018 thats main intent is to cash in on cute and memorable commercial products for the 2018 holiday market. Even with very short and quick flashbacks of The Grinch’s Christmasless past, our miserable antagonist cannot seem too shake off these awful memories, no matter how much people around him, including the most cheerful who-of-them-all, The Grinch’s neighbour Mr.Bricklebaum (Kenan Thompson) tries to cheer our foul smelling greenie; nothing seems to glow his cold, cold heart.

Although its been over fifty years since the original aired, and almost two decades since the live action remake, there is something special about experiencing such an iconic cinematic character being cherished by children for the first time. Luckily for myself, despite all the genuine laughs, gags and jokes that I found myself chuckling to, one fo the best parts of experiencing The Grinch was hearing the cheers, laugher and questions of the kids around me in the theatre. Asking their parents why he is so mean, why is our titular character is so green when everyone is ‘normal’, and if the movie is done with every fade out. Despite the endless kicks to the back of my seat from the youngster behind me, nothing melted my heart more than hearing their little chuckles with every thrown snowball and sight-gag involving The Grinch.

Illumination, who luckily decided to really modernize the original story, and add its signature flare of whacky colours, vibrant animation and silly humour, does a fantastic job of staying true to the original, without ever compromising the fresh and radiant look of this 2018 version. Keeping many of the original characters was also a great choice, including the girl who challenges the grumpiness of favourite animated Scrooge, Cindy Lou Who (Cameron Seely), as well as, one of my loyal favourites, Max, the Grinch’s trusty yet sweet and loyal sole companion. Max warms your heart with each smile, wag, bark, drool and use of his powerful puppy-eyes.

Yet, while the 2018 Grinch is a faithful interpretation, there are a few additions that we cannot help but fall in love with, including a yack-like looking reindeer Fred. Fred may be a tad overweight, have a slight obsession with whipped cream and pretty well eat anything in his sight (including Grinchie’s hair), Fred is a fantastic addition to the world of Dr.Suess, especially this adaptation of The Grinch. Along with Max, the two front-runners to guide the Grinch’s sleight that night, give the audiences the majority of the laughs to a newly vamped up Christmas classic.

While The Grinch’s message of warmth and wonder is simple and never really changes between fifty years and three adaptations, it seems like each and every year, all of us need a real reminder of what the holidays are all about.… Expand

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clarkaddisonNov 9, 2018

The best animated dog of this decade exists here. Max is just the cutest little guy. The Who`s look great including Cindy. Cumberbatch does well with the titular role. A perfectly safe film for the whole family of all age groups

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lugNov 11, 2018

Truly enjoyed this remake.have seen both of the other versions. Prefer this one!!

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Donnie1Nov 13, 2018

Yes! Perfect! Amazing movie, very very good movie, But some of it gets kinda boring.

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BigbroNov 12, 2018

Ok so walking into the movie I wasn't quite sure what it would be like what was in store well I loved this movie yes every inch of time spent with our good friend that Grinch the movie was funny yes quite a site some might say I was laughingOk so walking into the movie I wasn't quite sure what it would be like what was in store well I loved this movie yes every inch of time spent with our good friend that Grinch the movie was funny yes quite a site some might say I was laughing all night the movie was wonderful yes this is true q really enjoyed this movie and I think so will you this movie was great that's all there is too it that's why I came home so I could review it its a great family comedy oh yes indeed you might find it the movie that your family needs… Expand

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Ferny777Nov 14, 2018

This movie was so worth watching since it was completely faithful from its original source material unlike Mike Myers's The Cat In The Hat.

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BrettSiebenhaarNov 10, 2018

Wow, I do not understand where the negative or mixed reviews are coming from. I am 36 years old and I grew up with the original cartoon movie and I use the book in my Kindergarten class. This movie is perfect. I can not think of anyWow, I do not understand where the negative or mixed reviews are coming from. I am 36 years old and I grew up with the original cartoon movie and I use the book in my Kindergarten class. This movie is perfect. I can not think of any negative things to say. The voices, the artwork, and the overall story is perfect. They did change a few things from the original, but it did not hurt the story. It actually made the story more heart felt to me. Fred the fat reindeer is the highlight of the movie! If you like Dr. Seuss and if you like the original Grinch, GO SEE THIS MOVIE!!! I actually want to live in Who-ville. By the way, a trailer for The Secret Life of Pets 2 is shown prior!!!!! CANT WAIT!!!… Expand

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Jim222001Jan 30, 2019

Cuter and more charming than the loud and overstuffed Jim Carrey version. It’s just too obvious that not much will take for this Grinch to be nice. Since yes he’s a jerk but with a nice guy side throughout the film. This version is easilyCuter and more charming than the loud and overstuffed Jim Carrey version. It’s just too obvious that not much will take for this Grinch to be nice. Since yes he’s a jerk but with a nice guy side throughout the film. This version is easily better than the Carrey one though. It may even get more of an emotional reaction than the original short. Still, it does nothing too spectacular with a story we all know by now.… Expand

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FruitBreakerDec 22, 2018

the new 2018 movie portrays the grinch as cuddly and fluffy he is supposed to be ugly and evil for one in the 2018 version he is nice to max the dog in both the 2000 movie and the one before he hated max and was mean to him in the 2018the new 2018 movie portrays the grinch as cuddly and fluffy he is supposed to be ugly and evil for one in the 2018 version he is nice to max the dog in both the 2000 movie and the one before he hated max and was mean to him in the 2018 version he eats spaghetti in the jim carry one he eats glass long story short the 2000 movie rocks and the new grinch is a terrible portrayal… Expand

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moviemitch96Nov 9, 2018

Of course we all know this classic story, but here it gets a fun, lively, and colorful makeover courtesy of Illumination (the animation studio that brought us the Despicable Me films.) Benedict Cumberbatch, who lends his voice to the titularOf course we all know this classic story, but here it gets a fun, lively, and colorful makeover courtesy of Illumination (the animation studio that brought us the Despicable Me films.) Benedict Cumberbatch, who lends his voice to the titular character, is also a delight and brings great fun to the film! Overall, it may be simple and pretty standard and close to the original story and cartoon, but its timeless message and humorous antics are so much fun that it hardly matters, and I'm just relieved it was nowhere as near as obnoxious as the Jim Carrey one!… Expand

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PanchogulDec 8, 2018

Valió la pena esperar tanto para ver esta película, quedé totalmente satisfecho

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Creeper3455Nov 11, 2018

Whoever decided to release this thing in IMAX and Dolby Cinema deserves every insult and threat possible. And also that one guy who wrote the article on Variety about Chris Meledandri being the most powerful man in Animation. Now onto theWhoever decided to release this thing in IMAX and Dolby Cinema deserves every insult and threat possible. And also that one guy who wrote the article on Variety about Chris Meledandri being the most powerful man in Animation. Now onto the review.
You know what’s funny about The Grinch? The fact that I actually had hopes for it (being in the current status of a Universal Hater). Not the highest hopes,but some...Take it as an almost finished box of chocolate.
After seeing the movie,not only did I dislike the movie,but you can go read my review of Jurassic World Fallen Kingdom and nothing changes (except the JURASSIC UNIVERSE thing). Or just stay here and read all the way to the end.
It’s not as dreadful as that movie,though. There are nice things I can say about it. I love the cave where The Grinch lives. It’s full of inventive contraptions and it’s always a blast to see it in motion. Just like the gadgets used in the third act,where he steals Christmas. SO MANY COOL GADGETS. Like,you have a candybar that hides a net to steal some presents,a pair of boots that can send you up in the air… James Bond would be proud.
Unfortunately (or not) this is where the good stuff ends,because...MAN,this was a hateful ride. Let’s get this off the way: This may be the worst Danny Elfman score I’ve ever heard. There’s nothing redeeming or fine about it. Say what you want about James Horner (RIP)’s score of the 2000’s Version. That at least brought something new to the table. The movie takes the record at ruining the source material. The Grinch is mean,but he sometimes takes a step back and get either emotional or happy. 2 sizes too small my TNT,movie! And when it gets to the source material,it’s just gone like that. Either nothing happens or it was ruined by Pharrell Williams narrating his next paycheck (were Videogames and Drones narrated in the book?)
The animation is so hateful in this movie. Aside from the house and the cool gadgets,the character design is so baffling. I hate the Who’s look so much,I’d rather either rewatch the Ron Howard movie with the weird horrifying designs or just Horton Hears A Who. The city of Whoville is just bland and adds nothing new to the table.
The comedy is just nothing in here. Not even Benedict Cumberbatch’s zany Grinch voice can save this movie from being bad.
Overall,I didn’t have a horrible time watching this movie (thank god),but still. There’s nothing redeeming in terms of quality about this movie. Nothing works in this movie at all,and when it wants to work,it’s quickly ruined by something stupid. Perhaps a reindeer who spits cream out of his nose? The Boris Karloff and Ron Howard versions of the Grinch were mean,but this one is better left off the toilet.… Expand

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JPKJun 9, 2019

A Unique Adaptation This Grinch adaptation is no Christmas classic, But it’s certainly an entertaining adaptation.

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MetaisaacJan 27, 2019

This remake was terrible! The comedy is at best meh like when the Grinch was like hey that's me and then max crashes in too the Grinch. But at worst the comedy is abysmal like when there was a screaming goat!this movie is also very boringThis remake was terrible! The comedy is at best meh like when the Grinch was like hey that's me and then max crashes in too the Grinch. But at worst the comedy is abysmal like when there was a screaming goat!this movie is also very boring because of how by the numbers it is. For the last tucking stop remaking Grinch because soon there would be no ideas for the Grinch and i'm getting sick of it!I was originally going to give this a 5/10 but because they give him a backstory so dumb I'm give this a 2/10! The backstory is the Grinch is always alone on Christmas but everyone other then the Grinch in not!that backstory is dumb because the Grinch as a grownup lives alone anyways! So overall this movie is abysmal!… Expand

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JoeiDec 28, 2018

This movie was super sweet. It was a very innocent take on the Grinch.
The animation and visuals were beautiful. While the choice of having a rapper be the narrator was fitting, the choice of rap for the soundtrack was an odd choice thatThis movie was super sweet. It was a very innocent take on the Grinch.
The animation and visuals were beautiful. While the choice of having a rapper be the narrator was fitting, the choice of rap for the soundtrack was an odd choice that didn't fit the sweet and innocent tone of the film.… Expand

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TVJerryNov 30, 2018

Dr. Seuss' famous anti-Christmas character is voiced by Benedict Cumberbatch in this new animated version. Because of a childhood trauma, he hates the holiday and plots to steal all of the fun from Who-ville. While all the bases are covered,Dr. Seuss' famous anti-Christmas character is voiced by Benedict Cumberbatch in this new animated version. Because of a childhood trauma, he hates the holiday and plots to steal all of the fun from Who-ville. While all the bases are covered, nothing new or special is created. The story moves well and the dog is the only cute supporting character. Otherwise, it's a rather average, but colorful reworking of the story…sufficiently entertaining for kids. Even though it's labeled as a musical on some sites, there's really only one song (sung by the townspeople as a carol). It doesn't feature characters breaking out in song (which is the traditional definition).… Expand