The Incredibles and the Lost Art of Living

The critics over at DVD Verdict know their stuff. They are able to delve deeply into any given DVD release and highlight and dissect its inner workings. Periodically, they will do a review of a movie with 5 or 6 of their staff giving their own takes and observations. The recently released Incredibles review included a brilliant commentary on the story and themes of this cinematic masterpiece. Follow the link below and scroll down until you reach the section written by Judge Maurice Cobbs. It is a significantly engaging and expertly written piece on the downfalls of a mediocre society. It proves that today's politically correct views of equality and conformity are the detriment to a progressive mindset. It also proves that The Incredibles is the highly lauded and utterly brilliant film it is. The themes go very deep. They work on every level, and a plethora of levels it certainly has. I am reminded of another Computer Generated film I watched recently: Shark Tale. Although the film is set under the sea, it is about as deep as a child's first wading pool. You don't have to think at all to get its full meaning. Be who you are and don't try to be something you're not. Yadda yadda yadda. Sure, that theme has been beaten to death in so many movies, and Shark Tale is no exception. The movie relies on cheap jokes, big name celebrities and popular urban music to draw in its crowd. Look elsewhere for an engaging story. Namely, The Incredibles.


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