Overview: The same fox from "Grizzley Man" lost his hat stealing job ever since Timothy Treadwell was mauled by the bear, and now he's turned towards a comedic career path. In this delightful film, Mr. Fox and his hot foxy-wife decide to drop their chicken stealing profession once Mr. Fox found out his wife was impregnated. Bored with his life, Mr. Fox and his yet to be road-killed possum friend begin stealing chickens again, but the three owners won't stand for this. Now that he's placed his family and the rest of the rodent population in jeapordy, it's up to Mr. Fox to help save the day and prove once and for all that he truly is fantastic!
The Good: I may not be the biggest Wes Anderson fan ever, and I especially hated The Royal Tenenbaums, but I was completely taken by suprise with how funny this movie was. Technically it's only George Clooney's voice, but this has to be my favorite movie he's ever been in, it took a lot to beat "Batman and Robin". The humor is spot-on all throughout, and all the actors (especially Bill Murray) were inspired. I was a little skeptical of the quality of the animation just because I have a hard time liking any stopmotion pictures that aren't done by either Tim Burton or Henry Selick, but the skittish and sometimes silly animation only added to the dry sense of humor that Wes Anderson provides.
The Bad: There are many things that I like dry in the world, including: my bed (but I haven't pee'd it in over a week), Potato chips, and clothing. Some of the things I don't like too dry includes: Chicken, my mouth, and comedy movies. I did love this movie a lot, and I often found myself laughing, but just like with every other Wes Anderson movie there are parts that need to be a little bit more moist (much like a normal BM... what? I have Crohn's!!).
The Ugly: This was a joyfull movie that's perfect for families because it has action and humor that everyone can enjoy. If you want to get the most out of this flick make sure you have a chore to do around the house, just in case you find some parts a little slow. When all is said and done, I liken this movie unto a block of cheese and crackers... DELICIOUS!!!
You dislike Wes Anderson? You hated The Royal Tenenbaums! Oh, no no no! As a avid Bill Murray lover and Wes Anderson consumer, I'm a little scared by these words.
ReplyDeleteThe Fantastic Mr. Fox is the only stop-motion picture in my heart. All other stop-motion pictures have faded from me. Not even Wallace and Gromit is there anymore and they are special. The Fantastic Mr. Fox deserves seven stars! I demand a recount. This is Florida all over again.
So yeah, I really loved this movie and pretty much all of Wes Anderson's films. Without Wes, would we have the Owen brothers? I say no. We would not have that sexy nose of Owen Wilson to stare at. That noise is a national treasure. Wes Anderson brought us that beautiful noise in Bottle Rockets. I just don't know what to think anymore. You don't enjoy Wes Anderson. I'm so confused.
haha, I wish I knew what to tell you. But "The Royal Tenenbaums" put us to sleep almost instantly, and we weren't even tired before then. I do like Wes Anderson's style though, and in this "Fox" movie he mixed it in with a much wittier humor than what's found in most other films. Definitly the best part of the movie is when Mr. Fox is asking what everyone can do, then Bill Murray says
ReplyDelete"Demolitions expert!!"
Fox: "What?! Since when?"
this made me laugh like the little girl I never was.