Shrek (2001) Andrew Adamson and Vicky Jenson
More than twenty years later, Shrek is still one of the funniest fairy tale spoofs ever made, with a message that never gets old.
The older I get, the more I appreciate movies like Shrek (2001). It’s been a literal generation since this came out, but I still watch it when it’s on and quote it like it came out last week. I think it’s because it still has a great message. Be yourself. It also tells you not to be such an ogre. Let people and donkeys into your life and have a group around you that you want to go on adventures with. Most fairy tales do not have happy endings. This one is happy but not the ending you expect if you follow the story lines of other happily ever afters. Such fun voices and though the animation may seem a little dated to modern eyes, don’t worry, Shrek 5 is coming out this summer and you get a little Zendaya. I love to see a franchise age and include more and more talent.
If you’re in the mood for another fairy tale with plenty of humor and heart, you might enjoy Penelope. It also puts a fresh spin on familiar storybook ideas while celebrating the people who don’t quite fit the mold. Continue reading →
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