Dr. Seuss' the Grinch

It is the classic story of The Grinch we all know so well. So yes its predictable, yes we know what's going to happen and how it ends, but even so it was a joy to watch and the kids really enjoyed it. This version of the grinch is a little less disgusting and you see a bit more kindness from him, which I liked. It had quite a few laughs and some very sweet moments. I personally liked it better than the Jim Carry version. But nothing beats the original.

Very colourful, and beautiful visuals. I DESPISED the Hip Hop soundtrack though.

Based on the Dr. Seuss book of the same name, The Grinch follows the titular character - a miserable recluse who lives in solitude with his dog Max. The only thing he hates more than people is Christmas, and when the local festivities become too much to bear he hatches a plan to ruin Christmas for everyone in the entire town of Whoville...

I have not read the Grinch, but I have seen several other adaptations of it - and it's a heartwarming tale about how one little girl can melt the heart of even the most miserable meiser. This is no different, and I find it fascinating how this story is still relevant even some 60-odd years later, with it's criticism of the commercialisation of Christmas. In fact, I'd argue it's even more relevant today than ever!

Being from Illumination, the animation quality is top notch, the voicework great and it's full of their usual trademark visual humour, which works a treat within the context of this story. The kids will love it (and unlike the 2000 version doesn't look weird and creepy). The perfect Christmas movie to stick on for the young ones!

I watched this with my grandson. Yes, I still think the original cartoon based on the book is superior. There is a simplicity that really works. The Grinch is downright mean. I love Benedict Cumberbach, but found his voice just too soothing to pull off our guy. There was too much psychological mumbo jumbo as the writers came up with an excuse for the Grinch being the way he was. Of course, it was his childhood. The movie is spectacular in its visuals. There are colorful scenes and excellent structures, making Whoville really magnificent. But the story is watered down and using Cindy Lou Who as an active character didn't work for me.

Seems like everyone is forgetting this is just ment to be a fun Christmas movie for kids think it's great and a lot better then the old one