Shrek the third: This movie on its own is very good but I prefer the first 2 Shrek movies.

Nothing like the first Shrek. Boring and lame made fall sleep while I was watching. I'm someone who laughs in all movies, but Shrek third was incapable of steal a laugh from me. If you don't want to get disappointed, stick with the first, because neither the second or the third is worth your time.

Well, one star might be harsh, but I feel it's appropriate given the comparison to its 2 predecessors. Both Shrek and Shrek 2 were outstanding movies, and I had similar expectations for this one. But wow, what a dropoff. It felt like someone kidnapped the original writers and brought in some bad amateurs. This movie is a cheap ripoff of the first 2, with rehashed jokes and gags and a pathetically weak story. My kids didn't think it was so bad, but I felt taken advantage of when it was over. Not worth buying and not worth renting, either.

I loved the first two films. I was hoping this would be great as well.

And it tries, it really did try. To its credit, there were several very clever scenes. The typical Snow White's gift with animals takes an awesome turn, and I can guarantee that you will never laugh harder at a death scene than the one of this movie. The animation? Top-notch.

I just guess effort doesn't always beat out sheer inspiration. A film with a few moments does not win against a good, simple movie.

The desire to produce a film merely ended up as a plot device to get Shrek and Fiona back to their beloved swamp. A long, boring plot device. With the passing of King Harold, Shrek and Fiona are heirs to the throne of Far, Far Away. Unfortunately, that does not interest them, so Shrek goes on a journey to bring back the next guy, a young Arthur "Artie" Pendragon. Heck, why not? Everyone loves a good Camelot infusion, and Artie is as flawed and as likable as you could want. Unfortunately, he is only one character in a cheesy madhouse of minor characters and cameos. In the effort to get everyone their screen time, that whole plot gets lost in the background.

Which normally wouldn't be a problem. After all, the original movie did not have the most complex of plots. What it had was a few incredible characters. The second movie added a few more, but still kept it delightfully manageable. This time, it seemed that the powers that be assumed we already knew everything about Shrek, Donkey, Puss, and the rest of the bunch that we really didn't need to see them. Hey, let's bring in one more characters for the audience, but refuse to give them time to get to know them! Poor, pathetic lack of character development.

So back to the plot. The few times that came around, it was pretty much a tacky, forced attempt to create some pseudo father/son relationship between Shrek and Artie. Good intentions, but no cigar. Maybe if we had more time... But we don't, so let's just wrap it up with a few corny lines about understanding and rising to the occasion. Yeah, we got that the first time around, and without any of the verbal commentary.

On top of that, this film misses that inexplicable spark of the first two installments. I'm sorry, but I just didn't feel it. Just as a lukewarm attempt of continuing the series and aiming at a five-year old audience.

Sorry. Not my favorite of the series by any means, leaving me to wonder how a sequel to films of such genius as "Shrek" and "Shrek 2" could make something so average?

I dont know what kind of critic Steve is, but this movie was bad. I saw this when it came out because the second Shrek was hilarious. Me and my friend saw it during the day and we both fell asleep 3 times! It was like they put this together just to have a third movie. This movie was no where near as funny as the 2nd Shrek, In other words-"Don't believe the hype", trust me.

Wow I was surprised at how fast this series went down hill, clearly they should have ended it at 3 because most franchises just go WAY down hill after that and this one looks to do the same if they do come out with the money grab #4. The story is so uninspiring and weak I had a hard time even watching the whole movie, the cliche busting jokes and the overall creativity of the series are just not there anymore or just not that funny. I mean come on just end it with a bang, not this wimper leading to another ogre swamp of a fourth. Shrek is only for 14 and below screamers now, unfortunately it'll still make money from kids keeping the drivel like #3 alive.

I always have such a hard time with these movies and their populist feel good family loving slant being "acted" by people who are just the opposite making millions for 45 minutes of work and are not that good at it. Time to dump this franchise and see Ratatouille or Wall-E or Dark Knight or any other of the way too many films coming out. Glad this was just a Netflix movie so there was almost no cost to see it.

Dreamworks is not a company known by its great plots in 3D animation, but this time they forgot something that Pixar has as the first important thing in a movie: a great plot.

The story is unsustainable, the main character becomes lost in his own characteristics, the situations has no justification and becomes a bunch of scenes without continuity and nonsense.

The princess are capable to destroy stone walls with his head, but are not capable to defeat the castle guards (just as an example).

Avoid purchasing this movie in any format available, this not worth the money you can spend on it, is not good even for rent. Only watch it if someone lend it to you and also you want to throw away your precious time.

On time delivery with the lowest price for a brand new DVD and on top of that I got a limited edition gift package which I didn't even expected - that was very nice and made me very happy!

I naturally went into this film skeptical due to the many negative reviews. Let me tell you that in my own personal opinion the third installment of the Shrek universe was just as enjoyable as the first two. It gives us the old school fairy tale characters and sticks them in yet more unusual positions. The usual damsels in distress are forced to fend for themselves and fight back against the villains. We're also given the delightful treat of seeing a young King Arthur be taken to Far Far Away to claim his throne.

The story goes that now Shrek and Fiona are married and settled in together, they're forced to undertake royal duties for a time whilst the previous king gets better. There's a snag though, as the king dies leaving Shrek with a message. He's not the only heir to the throne and if he doesn't want the job he must track down a boy named Arthur. Shrek, Puss and Donkey set off on the journey to find Arthur leaving the women home alone. Meanwhile, Prince Charming has gathered together some of the most evil fairy tale villains to take control of Far Far Away and to get revenge on Shrek once and for all. Will the gang succeed in defeating one of their biggest challenges? Well, you'll have to watch the movie and see wont you.

This is a great sequel and an excellent addition to the franchise. We're introduced to a few new characters in this one. The lovable loser, Arthur played by Justin Timberlake. The eccentric and slightly mad Merlin, voiced by the legend Eric Idle. The damsels are also a great addition to this film especially sleeping beauty. I found myself in tears of laughter at her constant nodding off at the most inappropriate times.

Brilliant movie and is something that all Shrek fans shouldn't shy away from. Also we have to look forward to the fourth installment due out in 2010.

They should have never made this one. What were they thinking except to make more money on the reputation of the previous 2. It is dull, badly written and boring. Without some of the cleverness of the original and interesting plot of both 1 and 2. The animation is, of course, wonderful. I hope when they get around to the one staring Puss they will improve.

I am not a kid but I loved this movie. Truely I loved them all. Who is more sensible than Shrek? Who is sexier than Fiona? Who is more hard headed than her mom? There are so many subtle themes running through the movies. My fav charactor is Gingy. Always watch the credits, some funny stuff there.

You may love the jolly green ogre, and his band of merry donkeys, cats, puppets, gingerbread men, etc.

However what was once fresh, new and innovative, now is bit like day old bread, still edible, but more than a bit stale.

My family and I really wanted to like this movie. We rented it and Ratatouille the same weekend, and guess which was the more memorable of the non-human characters?

The problem is, you get a sense this film was written by a committee of corporate types who rather than deciding to tell a good story, decided to show the world how clever they are. You never connect with this film, as it is gag, after gag, like a bad vaudeville sketch.

In Shrek I and Shrek II you cared about what happened to the characters, this time...., I couldn't care less.

Cheers!

I loved this movie, and think it's right up there in poignancy and humor with the first film in the trilogy. It was funny as all get-out, had great heart, and although the super animation changed the character's features a bit and the plentiful Special Features were a bit weird, I LOVED this DVD. I'm not a big fan of JT, but I think he did all right in this, and I -adored- the princesses and their roles in this film. ^_^ The goofs, baby advice and yearbook features were the most fun for me, (again though, I thought the yearbook thing was a bit of a stretch since we didn't really explore the school characters -that- much), and I'm so glad to see they've kept up not only the wit, humor and charm of the first movie, but that they've retained its heart as well. ..After all, without both aspects, it just wouldn't be Shrek. ;)

Cheerful Kudos!
RM

This is a fantastic addition to the Shrek series. I hope there is more! Shrek is loved by all children with adult innuendo's tied in. This movie will make you laugh out loud!

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Shrek The Third is a good movie with incredible animation. I marvel at that animation! However, the plot is just average and it didn't really hold my attention the way I hoped it would. I think after this Dreamworks needs to move on to new develop new characters in new films; but only time will tell if Dreamworks wants to milk this theme yet again. The voiceovers are very well done and the DVD has a plethora of extras.

When the action begins, Shrek (Mike Myers) and his wife Princess Fiona (Cameron Diaz) are filling in for the ailing King Harold (John Cleese). Unfortunately, King Harold passes away and, with his dying wish, names Shrek as the rightful heir to the throne. This doesn't sit too well with Shrek who has been suffering from public relations embarrassment to public relations embarrassment as he launches ships with such strength that the ship blows a hole and sinks--and more. King Harold says, just before he dies, that the only other heir to the throne would be a young man at school named Arthur (Justin Timberlake). Immediately after the funeral for King Harold, Shrek, Donkey (Eddie Murphy) and Puss-in-boots (Antonio Banderas) set sail to find Arthur at school. Things go downhill even more when Artie (as Arthur is called) is ambivalent at best to become a king; and it's up to Shrek and his buddies to convince Arthur to become king.

Of course, things back in Far, Far Away Land aren't much better. Prince Charming (Rupert Everett) and his cronies take over the kingdom and imprison Fiona and her friends including Fiona's mother. Things look pretty bleak.

Of course, the plot can go anywhere from here. (Yes, I know, you've read the spoilers by now but I won't give them away anyway.) Will Fiona and the other women be able to break free and fight the evil Prince Charming? How does Shrek react when he finds out he's becoming a father? What happens to Puss-in-boots and Donkey when an old wizard accidentally casts a spell on them so that they are trapped in each other's bodies? Watch the movie and find out!

The DVD extras are very extensive. The commentary is great; and I like the bonus feature that includes a man going through a storyboard of a deleted scene at the school where Arthur is standing on line to get his lunch. There are funny "suggestions" from Donkey, Shrek and other characters as to how to deal with the problems of parenthood; and there are web links as well.

Overall, this is a good effort and a movie to watch when a better one is unavailable. However, Shrek fans will love this movie. This is best suited for families with kids that are at least 8 or 9 years old because of some crude humor that you wouldn't want younger kids to experience.

This film was entertaining, but didn't cover any new ground. It was nice to see the familiar characters up to their usual antics, but the story was a bit thin and was probably the reason the movie was so short.

It's really a cable movie that's good for a few laughs.

Shrek the Third begins with the frog king falling ill and the great green ogre and his wife are forced to play interim - clearly a role Shrek doesn't fill comfortable with. Prince Charming then enters the story with a plan that first calls for him to recruit the forgotten members of the fairy tales - though they want as little to do with him as possible. Back to Shrek, who finds out upon the king's death that there is another heir to the thrown - his nephew Artie.

So off Shrek and the gang go to Worcestershire Academy to thrust the crown of Far, Far, Away onto Artie's head. Upon reaching the Academy, Shrek notices a gallant knight riding atop a magnificent steed and believes that Arthur will make a fine king - only to be informed that this gallant knight is Lancelot and they just step on Arthur. So off Shrek and the gang go to persuade Artie. Meanwhile, Prince Charming and crew are off to capture all of Shrek's friends ... including Fiona and her friends ... and lock them in a dungeon.

Shrek finally captures Artie and then crashes his boat - meeting an elder Merlin. Artie convinces Merlin to use his magic to send them back to Far, Far, Away - which he does only to have a slight mix-up with Cat and Donkey. Shortly upon arriving Shrek and the gang are captured by Charming who ends up letting Artie go. Time for women's lib to come to Far, Far, Away - If the real thing dont do the trick You better make up something quick You gonna burn burn burn burn it to the wick
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I'll leave it there, but Shrek the Third has all the characters you love, plus some new additions. After three full-length films, the charm has simply faded away from the series, but most will enjoy this movie. If you missed the other films in the series I'll list them below:

Shrek

Shrek 2

This is another movie that made my 3 year old granddaughter very happy. Thank you very much for it and the fast delivery.

My kids (and I) are huge fans of the Shrek series. Shrek 3 holds up well to parts 1 and 2.

Though there are a few funny jokes, Shrek 3 just feels long and flat. One can't escape the feeling that we've been here before. It literally is a paint by numbers production designed just to bring in the bucks. I certainly hope that the series end here. It's not a bad movie per se, but it certainly not a good one either.

the first and second one but still worth the hour and a half. Good for the whole family.

I personally wasn't as crazy about this last Shrek movie as I was the first. But, my grandchildren really liked it.

They said that this one was the best yet? I must disagree. The other two were great- this one was over-the-top. Neither I nor my husband enjoyed it. Thank goodness the kids did, but even so, its not one they will watch all the time- or even all the way through!

Well, this is not a bad movie, not a great movie, so I always found those reviews hardest to write. It is basically the same movie we've seen before, but this time without the originality. The only major difference now is that it is in 3D, which I've come to enjoy after Beowulf. It's the same old story, the ogre Shrek, is now filling in as king in Far, Far Away, since his father-in-law is dying. So, with Fiona pregnant for the first time, he goes off to find the only remaining heir to the throne except him, Arthur (a.k.a Artie), so he can move back to the swamp with his wife and leave the throne to Artie. Of course, he enlists the aid of Donkey (played by Eddie Murphy, as usual) and Pus, played by Banderas. Eddie Murphy is simply hilarious in this trilogy, being perfect in his role as the stupid, nagging but goodhearted donkey.

Apart from that there's not really much to say about it, it contains a lot of references to fairytales, European culture, myth and "modern popular culture". Quite amusing at times, but I wonder who this film really is marketed towards. Is it children or is it adults? The children won't get the jokes, and I suspect they would find this movie quite boring. But all in all, if you have enjoyed the other two, you'll enjoy this one as well, only not so much as before.

3,5 stars.

This movie was worth buying and I hope they come out with another Shrek movie

the jolly green giant and his crew were fun to watch. no deep or dire thoughts for a change. fairy tales are good.

It's as if the movie was done by weird, immature teenagers. Honestly. The jokes are either cruel and just not funny. The plot is lame, dumb, and flat. The story happens in just, hmm, three places. The new characters feel flat, the original characters now feel flat also. Well, I can honestly say that neither parents nor children (at least those with a slightly sophisticated sense of humor) will be entertained by this.

Unwilling to assume control of the land of Far Far Away in accordance with the wishes of the deceased Frog King (John Cleese), Shrek (Mike Myers) enlists the aid of Donkey (Eddie Murphy) and Puss in Boots (Antonio Banderas) to bring back the long lost Arthur (Justin Timberlake) to rule in his place. However, even as he attempts to evade one type of responsibility, he learns that he is about to face another: becoming a father. And then there is the threat of Prince Charming (Rupert Everett), who has assembled an army of storybook villains.

There's plenty going on in this third installment of the popular series that is just as much fun for adults as it is for children. The animation and voice talent are top notch, and the screenplay does a good job of keeping the large cast of supporting characters in play.

I like all of the Shrek movies but I think this one is my favorite.

The folks at Shrek have done it again! What a great canvas upon which to showcase the talents of Eddie Murphy, Mike Myers, and the others!
The characters are great, the lines funny and the surprises surprising. A trifecta!

Shrek turned out to be a an unexpected hit when it was released in 2001 and expanding on the succes of the first one Dreamworks studio ultimatly made a sequel,the simply titled Shrek 2 wich was not only better at the box office than the previous but also better as a movie.Shrek The Third,the second sequel is somewhat lacking what the previous two movies in the franchise had,orginality.Yet it stills manages to keep young and old fans satisfied,as there is still plenty of the same humor that made the other Shrek films so good.I was pretty sure they could never top Shrek 2 and this third movie didn't.The plot and humor sadly aren't as good as they could and should have been,even if some parts are funny like Pinocchio and Gingerbread Man's parts.

The plot for this third movie in the Shrek series,is with the death of Fiona's father King Harold,the king of Far Far Away,Shrek becomes the next king.The thing is he doesn't accept that responsability so he goes on quest to recruit the perfect king.His choice settles on a young boy named Arthur but before he can bring him to his throne,Far Far Away is being invaded by Prince Charming who beleves HE must be king and an army of villains.The execution of the script to the big screen was rather average,nothing really special except a thing or two that was funny but i think that after this rather disapointing third movie Shrek has miles ahead if they want to recover their former glory.For Dreamworks its pretty much "Well,as long as it gets us cash" situation but they should pay closer attention to Shrek 4 cause if that one turns out like the third things are going to get bad.

The visuals are one thing that they have actually done better than Shrek 1 and 2.They look stunning for a 3D movie and can only get better in future Shrek movies,its good that they stuck with the same kind of visuals as well.Still i can't deny that i was disapointed when i walked out of the Movie Theather,it just wasn't the same thing than with the first two.Those where magical,histerical movies,filled with great moments that i still remember today.With this third instalment of the series i can't say it sucked but i can't say it was that great either.

That said its still satisfying but just not up to par with the first two films in terms of appreciation.The soundtrack remains great as the others with some classic and new songs,notably Led Zeppelin's classic "Immigrant Song" wich was played during a part of the movie's commercial.Its nice that despite everything they still have the orginal voice actors after all that time.Have anyone else noticed how the camera is less on Shrek,Donkey and Puss than in previous movies?It also seems to be aimed at a younger audience than the first two,its more fart jokes and such.As a mature person i would have to stick with my rating and opinion and give it a three,if it is rated for a kid movie then it would get a five,if you have kids by all means buy it for them they will have a great time.Lets hope for the next Shrek movies they turn out better than "Shrek The Third".

So far, they have hold up on the sequel storyline. The only reason why I did not gave this a complete five star is because it is not release on Blu Ray so I have to settle with the cheap HD DVD version. Oh well.

This is a boring movie, and if your kids want it, just get it on a DVD.

Shrek the turd should be flushed. Eddie Murphy is brilliant but even his Donkey is getting old. What happened to the frog King. He croaked. Punsters all across America were waiting for that line.

As someone who was only mildly amused by the first film and alarmed that something so annoying was morphing into a perpetual series, i can say this is easily the best of all the Shrek movies. Clever, funny and with a familiar but balanced character lineup that is prevented from going too far over the top as happened last go around. The HD-DVD version i watched is particularly worth noting as the detail and clarity evident adds an entirely new dimension to watching an animated film.