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The Incredibles (2004), Director: Brad Bird, rated PG

Discover the Side of Superheroes You've Never Seen Before

Film ClipStarring: (the voices of) Craig T. Nelson, Holly Hunter, Sarah Vowell, Spencer Fox, Jason Lee, Samuel L. Jackson, Elizabeth Peņa

DML Rating: ★★★★★★★★★☆ - near perfect

"Normal? What do you know about normal? What does anyone in this family know about normal?" - Violet

Why watch this? ... a Disney film that is one of the best super-hero films out there.

Plot Summary: Following a government ban on superhuman activities, superheroes Mr. Incredible and Elastigirl, now Bob and Helen Parr, are living a quiet suburban life with their super-powered children. Bob misses his hero days and secretly moonlights as a vigilante with his friend Frozone, leading him to accept a mysterious invitation for a top-secret mission. Soon, his family must come together and embrace their powers to face a new threat and protect the world.

Dad's Preview: Disney and Pixar have long dominated the CGI cartoon universe and deservedly so. This major hit stands out because it is about the "modern family". We have all the relatable dynamics: a Dad who hates his "safe" job, a Mom who feels lost as a homemaker, an emo teen daughter to hates everything, and a stubborn son that won't listen. That's a family dynamic I can relate to! Except they all have super-powers - even the baby, who shoots lasers out of his eyes!


Pixar Animation Studios; Buena Vista Pictures Dist.

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