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Summary: mediocre new film about the legendary Grinch
Review: OK, I admit Carrey gave a lot of good, witty lines to his character in this film. Watching scenes with him alone in his cavern is simply a pleasure, but everything surrounding those scenes is dull, dreary, and damn near unbearable. The sets are colourful but the hazy photography doesn't let them shine through. This film was more depressing than uplifting: at a certain point I just couldn't wait until it finished. Especially from director Ron Howard this is an appalling mess of a film. Let's hope his upcoming A BEAUTIFUL MIND is better.
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Summary: You're a mean one, Mr. Howard.
Review: I like Dr. Suess's "The Grinch" book a lot.
But Ron Howard, who wanted to make a Grinch movie, did NOT!
Ron Howard HATED the book, about the green guy.
Please don't ask how. No one really knows why.
But I think the most likely reason, of any sort.
Was the fact that the book was 20 pages too short.Then he got an idea. An awful idea.
RON HOWARD HAD A WONDERFULL, AWFUL IDEA! "I'll make this story longer, without any rush. I'll simply give that old Grinch a long, lost third grade crush"!
And that's what Ron did, and not only that.
He made Cindy-Lou Who into a sweet and obnoxious brat!
She's yet another of those kid characters with a lesson for the grown ups. And her hair's shaped like a cone, Down-side up! Max the dog is still cute, while his tail wags.
But the poor mutt is caught in one of the film's meanest gags!
And when the Grinch grabs some mistletoe, he waves it in front of his tush. OH, NO! OH, NO! It turns out the Grinch is really a hairy Who. He had a big crush on the cutest girl in school. When he was eight, he had fallen in love. With Martha May Who, who was as sweet as a dove.
But the school bullies thought that the Grinch looked weird.
"You're eight years old, and you already have a beard"! All that teasing finally made the poor Grinch run away.
To a far away cave, where he would stay.
He learned to hate Christmas, and vowed revenge on the Whos.
But how could he do it? What to do? What to do? Yes, the grinch book was not very long.
But it was so perfect. Nothing was wrong.
And so, dear Ron Howard, say this, I must.
Your take on "The Grinch" is a complete holiday bust!
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Summary: INSTANT CHRISTMAS CLASSIC
Review: Our entire family loves this movie! Our four year old thinks it is great! We have already watched it many times and it is still fun to see. Jim Carrey is a great grinch. It is a good kids movie that parents can also enjoy, since you will have to watch it over and over with your children.
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Summary: Hilarious expansion on original misinterpreted protest piece
Review: Dr. Seuss was trying to protest the commercialization of the holiday season with "How the Grinch Stole Christmas," but nobody got the joke; after working retail during Christmas 1999, I can certainly understand Ted Geisel's original sentiment. This film manages to convey that message by expanding on the original story: Whoville's population is obsessed with partying and presents to the point where sentiment is ignored or mocked--unfortunately with Delta House-at-the-homecoming-parade-style results when a young Grinch becomes the recipient of their barbs. But the subtle cruelty theme is offset with Jim Carrey's usual insane buffoonery, like mocking his own echo, being proud of his heart shrinking, and playing movie director when prepping his dog Max for looting all of Whoville's presents.
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Summary: Overshadowed by the Original Grinch
Review: The biggest problem with Ron Howard's remake of "The Grinch" is that it simply can not live up to the standard set by the original animated classic. Those seeking the charm, wit and perfect pacing of the original, will most likely be disappointed. However, taken on its own merits, "The Grinch" is a fairly entertaining film. Jim Carrey forsakes his usual over-the-top antics and delves straight into the heart of the creature whose ticker is two sizes too small. Virtually unrecognizable behind gobs of green hair, Carrey hisses, moans and slithers his way through the lead role. Through a series of flashbacks, we see the the Grinch as a child and learn why the grisly 'ole green one grew up to hate Christmas. This is where Carrey really shines. Evoking sympathy throughout the film, Carrey's Grinch is deeper than that of the original. This is undoubtedly one of Jim's finest roles. Other strong points include imaginative sets (Whoville and the Grinch's lair) and great make-up and costumes. However, with a running length of 105 minutes, the film sags and, at times, is just flat-out uninteresting. Compared to the animated version, which clocks in at less than 30 minutes, "The Grinch" seems to go on forever. Again, there lies the basic problem with the remake -- it simply can not improve upon the original and will always suffer in comparsion. While the timeless animated version bares repeated viewings every year, you'll probably watch "The Grinch" once or twice, then forget all about it. Ultimately, the remake is as disposable as the original is enduring.
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Summary: Jim Carrey in a film for kids, he's great as the grinch
Review: I don't get why there are people here that doesn't like this movie. And aslo Shrek is two film that are must own and I own them both. And Jim Carrey is the Grinch, (which for all the film that we don't see his face, but how do we believe that is Mr. Carrey behind all that makeup). And this has Jeffer Tambor (from Muppets From Space). And it brings a new actress to the movies. And as the movie opens, we learn that all the who's down in whoville love Christmas. But the Grinch who lives norh of Whoville on a mountaintop doesnot not like Christmas. And makes fun of all the who's including a child named Cindy Lou Who (newcomer Taylor Momsen). And his only true friend is a dog named Max (Kelly). Watch as Cindy Lou Who sings "Where Are You Christmas?" The Grinch even calls a postmaster and says to him "Well you better go catch it". After asking if I can't remember right now is running.
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Summary: THIS MOVIE IS BETTER THAN THE CARTOON!
Review: I WENT TO GO SEE THIS MOVIE WITH MY MUM AND MY AUNT AND WE LOVED IT! THE ONLY THING I COULDN'T STAND WAS THAT THE OTHER KIDS WERE ALWAYS PICKING ON THE GRINCH. EVER SINCE I SAW IT LAST YEAR, I'VE BEEN A GRINCH FAN. I THINK THIS MOVIE IS BETTER THAN THE CARTOON IN MANY DIFFERENT WAYS. JIM CARREY HAS DELIVERD HIS BEST PREFORMANCE SINCE DUMB AND DUMBER. THE SCENE WHERE THE GRINCH IS SITTING IN HIS CAVE EATING A BEER BOTTLE WAS ONE OF MY FAVORITE SCENES IN THE FILM.
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Summary: A GREAT CHRISTMAS FILM
Review: THIS WAS A GREAT MOVIE! I WENT TO GO SEE IT WITH MY MOM AND MY AUNT AND MY FAVORITE PART WAS WHEN THEY PLAYED THE ''MEAN ONE'' SONG. MY 2ND FAVORITE PART WAS WHEN THE GRINCH ATE SOME GLASS BOTTLES. I LOVED THIS MOVIE SO MUCH THAT I EVEN NAMED MY DOG AFTER THE GRINCH'S DOG. I WISH JIM CARREY WOULD AGREE TO DO A SEQUEL. I NOW KNOW THE ''MEAN ONE'' SONG BY HEART.
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Summary: Visually striking, yet the story lacks any sense of joy.
Review: I know what you're thinking: Jim Carrey was a sure-fire hit to play the antagonist-turned-protagonist in the live-action remake of "Dr Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas." And why not? His sheer whimsy and comical delight have proven him a master at tickling our fancy. In addition to this casting choice, the project also includes Ron Howard, director of the the winning "Apollo 13" and the child fantasy film "Willow," which has become a classic hit. Carrey throws everything he has into his performance as the famed Grinch, and Howard creates a film that is visually stunning in its production design and special effects. With a terrific supporting cast and an atmosphere of glee, one would think that this would be the perfect answer to our thirst for holiday entertainment. But in the end, does this reenvisioning live up to the standards set by its predecessor? My answer is a wholehearted no. The film centers around the classic Dr. Seuss book, in which the Grinch becomes so consumed with hatred for all things cheery that he decides to steal Christmas from the Whos, who live in the small town of Whoville below his perch on Mt. Crumpit. Screenwriters Jeffrey Price and Peter S. Seaman add their own touches to the story, including the reason for which the Grinch despises Christmas, which centers around an attraction to a sultry Who played by Christine Baranski. There's really no imagination to this plot point: it's merely there for the sake of stretching the story to feature length. Impish Cindy Lou Who is also given more screen time, searching for the true meaning of Christmas as we are searching for the joy in this weak material. Perhaps the biggest folly of this remake is its commercialized feel. The book, as well as the animated feature, is embodied with a message of the true meaning of Christmas, which can be found in the fellowship of friends and family making merry together. Here, the Whos have become obsessed with purchasing gifts and trappings, and even a lights competition between two Whoville residents. This is in complete contrast to the source material, making this version all the more shallow and detached. In the movie's favor is its glorious wallow in visual excess. The creation of the wintery wonderland of Whoville is absolutely stunning, from the colorful sets and costumes, to the looming peak of Mt. Crumpit itself, which is constantly surrounded by swirling clouds and billowing winds. Of course, there is never a moment where our doubt is shaken by a believable effect, but that only serves to add to the storybook quality of its appearance. I can only think of one other movie as visually impressive, that being Tim Burton's "Sleepy Hollow." The Grinch himself is equally impressive, boasting Carrey in a wonderful costume that brings to life the character we love to hate. Matching his make-up with in-jokes and humor, Carrey employs a wit that followers will lovingly adore. And yet, this is one of the most cheerless films I've seen in a long time, a complete rip-off of something that has come to mean so much to lovers of the Christmas season. It's a given that children will fall in love with the film: the magnificent production design is dazzling and exuberant, if not mesmerizing. Some adults may find comfort in their children's enjoyment, though I myself was unmoved by this attempt to recreate something that, in my opinion, was better left untouched.
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Summary: Glitzy Green Garbage
Review: I didn't know what to think of this film when I saw it, so I saw it with a pretty open mind. It stunk. This is the most wandering, stupid, over-budgeted waste I have seen in a long time. Jim was given plenty to do, largely because he had to fill-in a character who didn't exist on the script. The town is composed of vaccuous rat-faced idiots, and and a meandering plot searching for somthing to say beyond Christmas involving spending money, and The Grinch not liking it. What a waste!
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