The Emperor's New Groove

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Critics' Reviews

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Washington Post: Desson Thomson
Spade and Warburton might not have made The Emperor's New Groove one of the mouse factory's all-time greatest, but they've certainly made it one of the funniest.Read Full Review »
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LOS ANGELES TIMES: Kevin Thomas
A delightful, effervescent morality tale for children conveyed with such wit and sophistication that adults are likely to be enchanted as well.Read Full Review »
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Washington Post: Rita Kempley
A hip, hilarious new animated feature.Read Full Review »
88
Boston Globe: Loren King
A lively, invigorating comedy: a near-perfect mix of fresh characters, well-cast voices, superb visuals, and a fast-paced, fantasy-adventure plot.Read Full Review »
83
ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY: Lisa Schwarzbaum
Hip, funny, mostly nonmusical, decidedly non- epic family picture.Read Full Review »
80
NewsWeek: David Ansen
This is a fleet, funny family entertainment that should tickle parents as well as tykes.Read Full Review »
75
USA Today: Susan Wloszczyna
The goofiest, giddiest and, yes, grooviest animated trip since Aladdin unbottled its genie.Read Full Review »
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CHICAGO SUN-TIMES: Roger Ebert
When the Looney Tunes trademark came on the screen at the kiddie matinee of long ago, the kiddies would cheer in unison because they knew they were going to have unmitigated fun. The Emperor's New Groove evokes the same kind of spirit.Read Full Review »
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The New York Times: Stephen Holden
Exhibits a cheeky effervescence and spunk.Read Full Review »
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Time: Richard Corliss
Doesn't aim too high or strain too hard; it is at ease inhabiting its pretty, miniature realm.Read Full Review »
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