Critic Reviews

Epic isn't quite destined for the “Again, again!” re-watchability of some of the Pixar classics, but for a satisfying explosion of color on a lazy summer day, it does the trick.

In the roll call of visually distinctive ’toons, Epic looms large.

While it might not amount to epic animated filmmaking in terms of scope and invention, Epic, a 3D, CG adventure-fantasy from Blue Sky Studios, nevertheless makes for pleasantly engaging viewing.

Epic certainly manages to tell a compelling tale. Yet in a post-Up era where animated films can pulse with profound truths, the question remains: Is mere entertainment enough?

Great voice work, stunning visuals, and a witty, full script make this entertaining for all ages.

And that's the thing with Epic: It's something close to an animated masterpiece, provided it's watched on mute.

Epic isn’t epic, but it isn’t half bad, either. It’s just that as high as the bar has been raised on this sort of animation, this is more evidence that a strong story is worth more than any next generation software.

While never losing its visual dazzle-factor, Epic keeps returning to overly familiar themes and characters.

The film's clever use of emerald-colored hummingbirds as transportation is a highlight.

Enormously visually appealing, even if the story itself is almost unrecognizably bloated.