Plot & Details
Directed by Brad Bird, The Incredibles revolves around former high-profile superhero Bob Parr (aka Mr. Incredible), who has not-so-successfully settled into suburban life along with his wife and kids under the watchful eye of the Superhero Protection Program. A far cry from the "glory days" during which "supers" were a welcome addition to society, the Parrs' living situation was brought on after a series of superhero-related lawsuits forced them into hiding. When not trying to fight small-time crime undercover with fellow former superhero Frozone (Samuel L. Jackson), Parr (voice by Craig T. Nelson) is muddling through the corporate world as a paunchy, emotionally unsatisfied insurance claims adjuster. His family is like any other with some notable exceptions -- his daughter has the uncanny ability to become invisible and create impenetrable force fields at will; his son, Dash, can run at incredible speeds; his wife, Helen (Holly Hunter), is known in super circles as Elastigirl, one of the most respected (and pliable) superwomen of her time. Just when it looks as if things can't get any worse for Bob, he gets a summons to show up at a remote island to receive instructions for a highly classified assignment, which he promptly accepts. Thrust back into the world of fighting crime, the Incredible family is back in familiar territory -- saving the world from Syndrome, a jilted former fan of Mr. Incredible.
- MPAA Rating: PG
- Genre(s): Action,Animation,Comedy,Family
- Run Time: 115min.
- Theatrical Release Date: 11/05/2004
- DVD Release Date: 03/15/2005
- Distributor(s): Buena Vista
- Director(s): Brad Bird
- Starring: Craig T. Nelson , Holly Hunter , Samuel L. Jackson , Jason Lee , Wallace Shawn
- Themes: Parenthood,Heroic Mission
- Tone: Bright,Madcap,Warm,Witty,Fanciful,Humorous,Stylized
- Keywords: Superhero,crimefighting,insurance-agent,secret-identity,super-power,villain
- Country of Origin: USA (11-05-2004)
- Language: English
Awards
Academy Awards
| Year | Award | Category | Cast & Crew | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences | Best Animated Feature | Brad Bird | Won |
| 2004 | Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences | Best Sound Editing | Randy Thom | Won |
| 2004 | Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences | Best Sound Mixing | Doc Kane | Nominated |
| 2004 | Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences | Best Original Screenplay | Brad Bird | Nominated |
| 2004 | Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences | Best Sound Mixing | Randy Thom | Nominated |
| 2004 | Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences | Best Sound Editing | Michael Silvers | Won |
| 2004 | Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences | Best Sound Mixing | Gary Rizzo | Nominated |
Golden Globes
| Year | Award | Category | Cast & Crew | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | Hollywood Foreign Press Association | Best Picture - Musical or Comedy | Nominated |
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