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Racking up impressive box office numbers right across the globe, the arrival of The Simpsons Movie onto the big screen proved, for many, to be more than worth the wait. But with its DVD release, there’s a compelling argument that Springfield’s finest have come back to their natural home.
The film itself is primarily Homer-centred, with the head of The Simpsons family seemingly consigning Springfield to certain doom when he dumps his waste where he shouldn’t. But, in the true spirit of the show, the plot takes a relative back seat to the antics of America’s first family.
And it’s those antics that offer the film’s gold. As you’d hope, it boasts several laugh-out-loud moments, from visual gags (the rock and hard place being a favourite) through to the by-now infamous Spider-pig. There’s not quite enough material to keep the chuckle counter going for the full duration of The Simpsons Movie, and the criticism that it’s effectively three episodes strung together has some truth to it. But you’d still be hard-pushed to complain for one key reason: The Simpsons Movie is grand entertainment, with plenty of rewatch potential.
So while you can add us to the queue of people who wanted more Mr Burns, and while it doesn’t quite measure up to some of the show’s best episodes, The Simpsons Movie still delivers, and does it with some quality. And Spider-pig is a work of genius…--Jon Foster
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Fresh from the hit series, The Simpsons Movie expands the adventures of the Springfield residents into a feature-length film. Here Homer's selfish antics and his affection for a pig are responsible for a horrific ecological disaster that could spell the end for Springfield. So it's up to the paunchy patriarch to save his family and the town from the mess that he has created.
Just as in the award-winning show, The Simpsons Movie skilfully combines smart satire with inspired silliness. Dan Castellaneta, Harry Shearer, Hank Azaria, and other regulars of the series provide laughs with their vocal talents. Though The Simpsons Movie is best seen after a lifetime of watching reruns of the show and repeating its endlessly quotable lines, viewers don't have to be die-hard fans to get the jokes. Screenwriters Matt Groening, James L. Brooks, and company are at the top of their game here, channelling the show at its best. The film comes after 18 series of the series, but it's certainly more in the spirit (and quality) of the show's best years.
Just as in the award-winning show, The Simpsons Movie skilfully combines smart satire with inspired silliness. Dan Castellaneta, Harry Shearer, Hank Azaria, and other regulars of the series provide laughs with their vocal talents. Though The Simpsons Movie is best seen after a lifetime of watching reruns of the show and repeating its endlessly quotable lines, viewers don't have to be die-hard fans to get the jokes. Screenwriters Matt Groening, James L. Brooks, and company are at the top of their game here, channelling the show at its best. The film comes after 18 series of the series, but it's certainly more in the spirit (and quality) of the show's best years.
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
I can only assume that Fox waited so long to cash in on a movie deal because someone somewhere said they should wait for a decent script. Well they almost did, unfortunately we have all been programmed to half hour shows, so the movie appears to be over long. Having said that, it is funny. You may have to watch it twice to catch all the film in-jokes and digs at Fox. As for the Spider Pig, brilliant, Homer at his best; although the pig goes for a walk at one point and never reappears, one of a couple of unanswered plot shifts. But what the hay, grab a box of doughnuts, slob back and watch.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
By Tempestas
Format:DVD
I expected it to be funny, satirical, irreverent, silly, like an extended TV episode, with flashes of brilliance, and above all hugely enjoyable. And that's what it was. Bart's naked skateboard ride is a classic.
I can't understand how anyone who liked the lovely yellow family on the small screen can give this a bad review. True, many of the established Springfield regulars are missing, but you can't have everything. If you're a fan of the Simpsons, this is a gem. There are second hand copies going cheap now, so buy......you won't regret it!
I can't understand how anyone who liked the lovely yellow family on the small screen can give this a bad review. True, many of the established Springfield regulars are missing, but you can't have everything. If you're a fan of the Simpsons, this is a gem. There are second hand copies going cheap now, so buy......you won't regret it!
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
By M. Hanson
Format:UMD Mini for PSP
You need to watch it several times to catch all the little gags you miss each time. Brilliant movie.
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great film
me and my daughter have shared many afternoons watching this, fun and a whole family watch perfect with the popcorn andnever gets old!
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Item was well packaged and delivered on time, my daughter is a huge Simpson's fan and so this DVD has had a fair good turns on the DVD player. Read more
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Only must add in description spanish language that not appear in amazon page
Only must add in description spanish language that not appear in amazon page
Published 2 months ago by Fernando Gonzalez Garcia
3.0 out of 5 stars
Disappointing
The Simpsons (seasons 2 to about 10) is the greatest TV show of all time, by a mile. This film is pretty average and nothing like the classic Simpsons. My opinion of course.
Published 3 months ago by James M
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Educational in the extreme!
We have watched this movie as a family loads of times, and it is always funny. Highly recommended for all ages
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The Simpsons Movie
Again this was bought as a stocking filler for my eleven year old grandson. He is a Simpsons fan so I knew that he would like it.
Published 3 months ago by James Campbell
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fun
got this for my grandson, he was delighted, great to hear the wee chap giggle so much, it was infectious. great film for all the family
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worth a buy
I saw parts of the film when it was released but have only got round to watching the complete film this week. Read more
Published 4 months ago by M. ONeill
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well worth the watch
brought this dvd for my son as he loves the Simpsons, very funny light hearted dvd for all the family to watch.
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The Simpsons Get On The Big Screen!
"The Simpsons Movie" DVD is a really good movie, and not a bad movie to watch, especially if you're a fan of "The Simpsons" as well. Read more
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