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Alvin And The Chipmunks [2007]
from 20th Century Fox Home Entertainment
starring Jason Lee, David Cross, Cameron Richardson, Jane Lynch
directed by Tim Hill

Features:

• PAL

Editorial Review:

A staggering surprise success at the box office just before Christmas 2007, the reason for the popularity of Alvin and the Chipmunks soon becomes clear. Not only is it a new adventure for a popular set of characters of old, it’s also a fun, breezy family movie, that the kids in particular will enjoy.

Starring Jason Lee (of My Name Is Earl fame), Alvin and the Chipmunks mixes in live action and CGI chipmunks (Alvin, Simon and Theodore) in a story that sees that moved from their natural habitat into the midst of the big city. The plot then becomes as predictable as you’d expect, but there’s still plenty of fun to be had anyway.

For Alvin and the Chipmunks has plenty in its corner. It’s funny, first and foremost, and moves along at a good pace, never forgetting that its prime job is to entertain its audience. And that’s something it easily manages to do, wrapping everything up by remembering not to outstay its welcome, either.

Considering that Alvin and the Chipmunks enjoy a legion of fans that stretch back decades, it’s perhaps not a surprise after all that the film enjoyed the success it did. But what’s pleasing is that the spirit of the source material, in spite of its contemporary setting, is adhered to, and there’s fun for all in the end product. --Jon Foster

Customer Reviews:

• Avg. Customer Rating: 4.5 / 5.0

• Kiddie friendly fun
  This is exactly what you would expect of a "Chipmunk" film. Lots of hilarious slapstick humour, silly, but predictable storyline, plus the enigmatic, if somewhat over-egged Chipmunk voices.
  Storyline, of this mixed real film and CGI, is basically of an aspiring songwriter, struggling to write any kind of song, which is where Alvin, Theodore and Simon come in. From there the hilarities start and the predictable plot unwinds.
  Not really for "adults", but for all kids everywhere, this is a great... more info

• Bad acting & Tedious
  Perhaps I shouldn't be as judgemental on a kids' film but this was awful! I like childrens' films usually like Disney and Pixar stuff but this was so bad. The acting is atrocious and (even though it is a kids' film and I accept that) very childish. The guy who plays Dave is not right for the role at all. It's utterly(!!!!!!!!!!!!) cringe-worthy when he does that 'Alllllllllllllllviiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiin' shout because it doesn't work with him.
  1 star goes to the animation of the chipmunks and how they've... more info

• A Delightful Tale, and Great Music Too!
  "Alvin and the Chipmunks" is a delightful tale of three singing kids who happen to be chipmunks. Its entertaining story is woven into a commentary about the exploitation of child stars. Whether you are an original Chipmunks fan, like me, or a new one, like my daughter, the Chipmunks' music and a delightful story will be a treat for anyone.

• Chiptastic!!!
  I was a huge fan of The Cipmunks as a child and I was worried that the film would be a real dissapointment. I was so wrong! This film is fantastic the chipmunks are so cute and funny. Jason Lee is perfect as Dave Seville and all of the classic songs are there. This is a funny, heartwarming and cool film, enjoy!

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