4/4 ESSENTIALThe Incredibles feels as if it goes out of it's way to go against every superhero movie stereotype in the books. It's a completely original world with great characters, dialogue, and animated action. It stands out against so many other family films because it is one of the few that actually appeals to the whole family. It won't leave little kids bored half-way through, but it's smart enough to keep the teens and adults satisfied.The movie centers around the Parr family. The common love or dismissal of superheroes is replaced with a society that hates their guts. After an attempted suicide was foiled by Mr. Incredible, superheroes were outlawed. Then it cuts to him as a family man. His kids and wife (former super "Elasta-Girl) have superpowers, and after 15 years of leading a "normal life", he has a compulsive need to sneak out at night to preform heroics.Instead of studying only one superhero, it gives adequate screen time and attention to each member of the Parr family. Each member of the family has their own powers and balances each other out in the action. The chemistry between the characters alternates between trying to preform heroics, and well... typical family squabbling. The way The Incredibles depicts the ultimate family super-team side as well as the typical American family side is very clever.Pixar made a movie that will shake the foundations of its rival studios. Their keaner eye for quality and tried-and-true conflict style has carried them for more than 20 years. They have had their downs, and they have had their greats, but The Incredibles is one for the ages.

Maybe 10/10 is a bit exaggerated. However, I watched this movie in 2018 - 14 years after its release. Still, I think this is the best superhero movie I have watched in a long long time. Now just imagine how incredible this must have been 14 years ago. In short, The Incredibles (2004) is an excellent promo for the 2018 movie. :)

The Incredibles is possibly my favorite Pixar movie. I love the animation, I love the voice work, I love the humor, I love the story - it's just a lot of fun. Watching this movie not only entertains me, but it also, strangely, makes me want to be a better person.

I have seen this movie at least twice before but it has been a while so I decided to watch again in anticipation for the upcoming sequel. And it's just an absolute pleasure ! I'm not even aware that I'm watching an animated movie, the drama, the action, the humour, the thrill... it's all as good as a regular film.Sure there are some cliches and predictable elements but it doesn't bother me a bit. It's like music, you can reuse the same notes over and over, but it's how you put them together that makes a difference. If you haven't watched this, try it, even if you're not into animated movies. This is what I call cinematic art that leaves the viewer wanting more. Can't wait to watch The Incredibles 2 soon!