Shrek
review by Michael Lohr

Mike Myers (Shrek), Eddie Murphy (Talking Donkey), Cameron Diaz (Princess Fiona) and John Lithgow (Prince Farquat) star, via voiceover, in what is easily the best animated movie out yet, and even better, Walt Disney company hasn't a thing to do with it. Shrek is on the cutting edge of animation technology and it is an excellent movie on many levels. Mainly aimed at children, the movie also appeals to adults, is well written and is also downright hilarious.
   The basic plot of the movie is that Prince Farquat is rounding up all the fairy tale characters in the kingdom and transporting them to a new designated area, which happens to be Shrek's swamp. While the roundup is taking place, the talking donkey escapes from the little old woman that was attempting to sell him and flees into the forest, where he meets Shrek. As the bonds of friendship develop, Shrek learns that all the fairy tale creatures that had been rounded up are sent into his swamp to live from now on. To get everyone out of his swamp he visits Prince Farquat where he agrees to go on a quest to rescue Princess Fiona, who is being held prisoner by a fire breathing dragon. Humorous chaos ensues.
   There are several Terry Pratchett-esque movie parodies in Shrek. One of the most notable being the Princess Fiona fight scene with Robin Hood and his merry men, in what is essentially a funny tribute to both The Matrix and Diaz's Charlie's Angels. Look out for them, because there are mock ups everywhere, including a Gladiator/pro-wrestling bit that is an absolute blast.
   Shrek is a children's movie that will appeal to the whole family and unlike some of the more recent animated flicks, is actually worth your money to see.

DOWSE Guide to the Movies is compiled by Tony Lee editor of Pigasus Press
You can order videos and DVD releases reviewed on these pages at Blackstar

Movies home
Dowse home - Web Gateway for Creative Minds

Related pages:

Antiques
Archaeology
Architecture
Art
Autos
Books
Computing & Internet
Cryptozoology
Dowsing
Dreams
Education
Entertainment
Fantasy art
Fiction
Free Stuff
Games
Gardening
Geography
Geology
History
Landscapes
Movies
Music
Mysteries
Myths & Legends
Paranormal
People
Philosophy
Photography
Poetry
Religions/Beliefs
Science Fiction
Sciences
Security online
Shamans
Theatre
Travel
TV
Web Makers Tools
Writing & Publishing

. How to make
  dowse
  your start page
. Your free email
you@dowse.com
. Message Bds
   & communities

. Suggest links
. Link to us
. About dowse
. Search the web