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Shrek the Halls
- Review Date: November 26, 2007
- NR
- Genre: Family and Kids
- 2007
Common Sense Media says
Christmas in the swamp is great family fun.
Parents say
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Kids say
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What parents need to know
Parents need to know that while there's less adult-oriented humor and fewer innuendoes in this half-hour holiday special than in the full-length Shrek movies, you can expect plenty of the usual potty humor -- burping, gas passing, nose picking, and vomiting (the latter of which is limited to a chocolate chip from Gingerbread Man's upset tummy, but it's quickly eaten by Donkey).
What's the story?
In SHREK THE HALLS, a half-hour holiday special starring everyone's favorite ogre, his new family, and a colorful ensemble of other fairy tale creatures, the story picks up just before Christmas. While everyone else is filled with cheer for the upcoming holiday, ornery Shrek (voiced by Mike Myers) has no desire to celebrate -- but for the sake of Fiona (Cameron Diaz) and their babies, he attempts to do his part to make the family's first holiday together a memorable one. Unfortunately, the fairy tale creatures take Shrek's lack of yuletide joy as cause for intervention and show up unannounced on his doorstep to "help."
Is it any good?
Shrek the Halls will certainly entertain young fans of the movies, and if your kids are already immune to the series' potty humor, there's no cause for concern here. And grown-ups who enjoy Shrek's arch humor will appreciate that the show fits seamlessly into the movies' storyline, from plot and character continuity to the recognizable voice cast. But you might want to brace yourself for a refreshed interest in ubiquitous Shrek merchandise like toys, games, DVDs, and clothing -- just in time for your kids' holiday wish lists, of course.
What families can talk about
Families can talk about why specials like this are produced. Is it just to entertain kids, or does the studio have other goals? What might those be? Did watching this show make you want more Shrek stuff? Do you think that was the plan? Aside from ads, how else does the media market to kids? Families can also discuss how this special compares to the movies. Did you like this show as much as the movies? Why or why not? Which one is your favorite so far?
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Fine
This isn't particularly great, but it is non offensive.
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My new tradition
My friend and I watch this every year over the phone. I would recommend this to anyone who enjoys Christmas movies.
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Just what I expected
My 6 years old liked it. It contains the potty humor you can expect with Shrek. Only scary part was that Santa eat Gingerbread man's girlfriend. But when it get's really scary someone interrupts the story telling the others that it was nothing like that.
Nothing really worried me here. Go see it :)
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Kid, 9 years old
September 26, 2010
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no title
best shrek erver
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Funny Christmas special
This is so funny! I came across it on t.v. one night and it made me crack up. There is only a little violence most of it kicking and play fighting, and the gingerbread gets eaten but it's just hilarous. I recommend it for everyone.
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one of my favorites
one of favorite movies to watch at chrismas time!
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So funny, a new Christmas classic!
This is a must-see Christmas movie. It was so funny and cute! Move over Frosty, Shrek is coming to town!
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Kid, 9 years old
May 31, 2010
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ok
pg to me for violence
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| Studio: | DreamWorks Animation |
| Director: | Gary Trousdale |
| Cast: | Cameron Diaz, Eddie Murphy, Mike Myers |
| Genre: | Family and Kids |
| Run time: | 22 minutes |
| Theatrical release date: | November 29, 2007 |
| DVD release date: | November 4, 2008 |
| MPAA rating: | NR |
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