The Incredibles

Oh yeah, it's a stylish ride, surprisingly oriented imho more toward an adult audience, although there are a few infantile jokes. The characters are likable, the animation is clever, I laughed a few times ("I declare war against peace and happiness", "...and he’s got me on a platter, and he starts monologuing about how feeble I am compared to him, how inevitable my defeat is, the world will soon be his...") and the action is cool. A strong and unwavering four stars... (11/24/2009)

I don’t know why I was wary of The Incredibles before watching it, and I successfully avoided it for a long time. But then I could no longer resist, reached for the VHS and had a royally good time!!! I'm glad to see that even from a premise revolving around real life (even if only very distantly), you can conjure up such a funny and incredibly entertaining action-packed spectacle. And I had that impression not only after the first screening, but also after the second and then after the third! And that alone, of course by my standards, is an example of bulletproof quality. 100% (09/24/2011)

This is one of the best animated films of all time, mainly because it can make fun of superheroes in such a way that you'll also admire them. You'll also sense the essence of great TV series from the 1960s, with the right atmosphere, excellent gadgets, and conveniences that fill the film. This is an example of how ideas accumulate in a heap, but it's not just a silly collage; it's a perfectly functioning mechanism. (12/23/2013)

It is good that Pixar tackled an unusual theme for an animation in their most anticipated project, but the partial parody and tribute to superheroes remains somewhat half-finished. The oft-cited aspects of the scene around the dinner table or action on the jet are fine, but you can already anticipate them from the trailer. Unfortunately, in my eyes, Pixar did not pull this off, and I found neither a family atmosphere or a reason to admire it. Slow, predictable, and despite the relatively relaxed characters and plot, too easily forgettable. (02/24/2006)

The Incredibles is a typical animated hit focused on the widest audience possible, primarily intended for American viewers who are well acquainted with comic book culture. Those who grew up on Spiderman, Batman, and other superheroes will enjoy the film, but other viewers won't be left out either. Overall impression: 75%. (11/01/2009)