Shrekking All the Way (a movie review)

"John F. Eldredge" wrote in message
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On Mon, 31 May 2004 00:53:02 GMT, "Yoj"
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I think Shrek 2 was even better than the original. It was
jam-packed full of puns, parodies and references to so many things I
can't remember most of them. I had an Aussie visitor who went with
me to see it, and we both laughed our heads off. I did have to
explain the white Bronco reference, but she "got" the rest of the
humor. I never notice the
music in movies unless it drowns out the dialog, so I don't know
whether I'd agree about that, but I plan to get the DVD too.

My favorite line in the movie was the scene where Donkey and Shrek
had been arrested, and Donkey was complaining that no one had told
him that he had the right to remain silent. Shrek said, "You have
the _right_ to remain silent. What you lack is the _ability_".

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than not to think at all." -- Hypatia of Alexandria

Thanks for reminding me. That was priceless! There was so much humor
in the movie I'd forgotten that, but I think you're right - it was the
best.

Joy

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On Mon, 31 May 2004 00:53:02 GMT, "Yoj"
wrote:

I think Shrek 2 was even better than the original. It was
jam-packed full of puns, parodies and references to so many things I
can't remember most of them. I had an Aussie visitor who went with
me to see it, and we both laughed our heads off. I did have to
explain the white Bronco reference, but she "got" the rest of the
humor. I never notice the
music in movies unless it drowns out the dialog, so I don't know
whether I'd agree about that, but I plan to get the DVD too.

My favorite line in the movie was the scene where Donkey and Shrek
had been arrested, and Donkey was complaining that no one had told
him that he had the right to remain silent. Shrek said, "You have
the _right_ to remain silent. What you lack is the _ability_".

--
John F. Eldredge --
PGP key available from http://pgp.mit.edu
"Reserve your right to think, for even to think wrongly is better
than not to think at all." -- Hypatia of Alexandria

Thanks for reminding me. That was priceless! There was so much humor
in the movie I'd forgotten that, but I think you're right - it was the
best.

Joy

"John F. Eldredge" wrote in message
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On Mon, 31 May 2004 00:53:02 GMT, "Yoj"
wrote:

I think Shrek 2 was even better than the original. It was
jam-packed full of puns, parodies and references to so many things I
can't remember most of them. I had an Aussie visitor who went with
me to see it, and we both laughed our heads off. I did have to
explain the white Bronco reference, but she "got" the rest of the
humor. I never notice the
music in movies unless it drowns out the dialog, so I don't know
whether I'd agree about that, but I plan to get the DVD too.

My favorite line in the movie was the scene where Donkey and Shrek
had been arrested, and Donkey was complaining that no one had told
him that he had the right to remain silent. Shrek said, "You have
the _right_ to remain silent. What you lack is the _ability_".

--
John F. Eldredge --
PGP key available from http://pgp.mit.edu
"Reserve your right to think, for even to think wrongly is better
than not to think at all." -- Hypatia of Alexandria

Thanks for reminding me. That was priceless! There was so much humor
in the movie I'd forgotten that, but I think you're right - it was the
best.

Joy

"Steve Touchstone" wrote in message
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On Sun, 30 May 2004 23:34:26 GMT, Tanada wrote:

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Don't miss this one. Antonio Bandaras at Puss in Boots is hilarious,
the dynamic between him and Donkey is a reminder of sibling rivalry
at
it's best/worst, as is the dynamic between Shrek and Fiona's father.

I saw a promo of Puss in Boots coughing up a hariball - hilarious
--
Steve Touchstone,
faithful servant of Sammy, Little Bit and Rocky


Some promos show all the good parts of the movie. This doesn't. That's
just one of many hilarious scenes.

Joy

"Steve Touchstone" wrote in message
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On Sun, 30 May 2004 23:34:26 GMT, Tanada wrote:

Snip
Don't miss this one. Antonio Bandaras at Puss in Boots is hilarious,
the dynamic between him and Donkey is a reminder of sibling rivalry
at
it's best/worst, as is the dynamic between Shrek and Fiona's father.

I saw a promo of Puss in Boots coughing up a hariball - hilarious
--
Steve Touchstone,
faithful servant of Sammy, Little Bit and Rocky


Some promos show all the good parts of the movie. This doesn't. That's
just one of many hilarious scenes.

Joy

"Steve Touchstone" wrote in message
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On Sun, 30 May 2004 23:34:26 GMT, Tanada wrote:

Snip
Don't miss this one. Antonio Bandaras at Puss in Boots is hilarious,
the dynamic between him and Donkey is a reminder of sibling rivalry
at
it's best/worst, as is the dynamic between Shrek and Fiona's father.

I saw a promo of Puss in Boots coughing up a hariball - hilarious
--
Steve Touchstone,
faithful servant of Sammy, Little Bit and Rocky


Some promos show all the good parts of the movie. This doesn't. That's
just one of many hilarious scenes.

Joy

Tanada wrote:
Usually a movie sequel is not as good as the original. Shrek 2 is one
of the exceptions. We went to see it Friday night and are still
talking about the movie.

Princess Fiona's parents find out that she has married and invite her
and her new hubby (donkey has to tag along as well) to the kingdom of
"Far Far Away" to meet their new son-in-law and give the marriage
their blessing. Needless to say, Shrek is not who they had in mind.
The resulting misunderstandings, animosity, and mix-ups are what
makes the movie a must see.

The animation, cast, and crew did a beautiful job of bringing this
slimy green tale to life. However, I did find one bone to pick with
the director, producer etc. The music wasn't as good as in Shrek.
There is a performance of "Holding Out For A Hero" (originally done
by Bonnie Tyler) that stands out, but other than that, I thought the
music was generic and listless. I'm hoping that Shrek 3, still in
production, will be more dynamic, and produce the high quality
soundtrack that the original Shrek is noted for.

Don't miss this one. Antonio Bandaras at Puss in Boots is hilarious,
the dynamic between him and Donkey is a reminder of sibling rivalry at
it's best/worst, as is the dynamic between Shrek and Fiona's father.

We are definitely planning on buying the DVD when it comes out. I
think it will be one of the stand-outs of what looks to be an
outstanding summer for movies.

Pam S. already budgeting the money for:

Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azakaban
Spiderman II
The Terminal
Shark Tale
Troy
Van Helsing
and more



I agree completely! I just saw Shrek 2 last night and i haven't laughed so
hard in ages!!

Two thumbs up!!

Kristy
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Tanada wrote:
Usually a movie sequel is not as good as the original. Shrek 2 is one
of the exceptions. We went to see it Friday night and are still
talking about the movie.

Princess Fiona's parents find out that she has married and invite her
and her new hubby (donkey has to tag along as well) to the kingdom of
"Far Far Away" to meet their new son-in-law and give the marriage
their blessing. Needless to say, Shrek is not who they had in mind.
The resulting misunderstandings, animosity, and mix-ups are what
makes the movie a must see.

The animation, cast, and crew did a beautiful job of bringing this
slimy green tale to life. However, I did find one bone to pick with
the director, producer etc. The music wasn't as good as in Shrek.
There is a performance of "Holding Out For A Hero" (originally done
by Bonnie Tyler) that stands out, but other than that, I thought the
music was generic and listless. I'm hoping that Shrek 3, still in
production, will be more dynamic, and produce the high quality
soundtrack that the original Shrek is noted for.

Don't miss this one. Antonio Bandaras at Puss in Boots is hilarious,
the dynamic between him and Donkey is a reminder of sibling rivalry at
it's best/worst, as is the dynamic between Shrek and Fiona's father.

We are definitely planning on buying the DVD when it comes out. I
think it will be one of the stand-outs of what looks to be an
outstanding summer for movies.

Pam S. already budgeting the money for:

Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azakaban
Spiderman II
The Terminal
Shark Tale
Troy
Van Helsing
and more



I agree completely! I just saw Shrek 2 last night and i haven't laughed so
hard in ages!!

Two thumbs up!!

Kristy
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Tanada wrote:
Usually a movie sequel is not as good as the original. Shrek 2 is one
of the exceptions. We went to see it Friday night and are still
talking about the movie.

Princess Fiona's parents find out that she has married and invite her
and her new hubby (donkey has to tag along as well) to the kingdom of
"Far Far Away" to meet their new son-in-law and give the marriage
their blessing. Needless to say, Shrek is not who they had in mind.
The resulting misunderstandings, animosity, and mix-ups are what
makes the movie a must see.

The animation, cast, and crew did a beautiful job of bringing this
slimy green tale to life. However, I did find one bone to pick with
the director, producer etc. The music wasn't as good as in Shrek.
There is a performance of "Holding Out For A Hero" (originally done
by Bonnie Tyler) that stands out, but other than that, I thought the
music was generic and listless. I'm hoping that Shrek 3, still in
production, will be more dynamic, and produce the high quality
soundtrack that the original Shrek is noted for.

Don't miss this one. Antonio Bandaras at Puss in Boots is hilarious,
the dynamic between him and Donkey is a reminder of sibling rivalry at
it's best/worst, as is the dynamic between Shrek and Fiona's father.

We are definitely planning on buying the DVD when it comes out. I
think it will be one of the stand-outs of what looks to be an
outstanding summer for movies.

Pam S. already budgeting the money for:

Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azakaban
Spiderman II
The Terminal
Shark Tale
Troy
Van Helsing
and more



I agree completely! I just saw Shrek 2 last night and i haven't laughed so
hard in ages!!

Two thumbs up!!

Kristy
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