Summary
- Release Year: 2006
- Genres: Adventure, Shooter
- Platforms: Nintendo GameCube, PlayStation 2
- Developers: Artificial Mind & Movement
- Publishers: THQ
Monster House: A Spooky and Thrilling Adventure for All Ages
Released in 2006, Monster House is an animated comedy horror film that tells the story of three kids who must team up to defeat a haunted house that is terrorizing their neighborhood. The film was a critical and commercial success, grossing over $140 million worldwide.
The film’s protagonist is DJ Walters, a young boy who is constantly bullied by his neighbor, Nebbercracker. One day, DJ witnesses Nebbercracker’s house eating a dog, and he realizes that the house is actually a monster. DJ teams up with his friends Chowder and Jenny to investigate the house and find a way to stop it.
The trio soon discovers that the house is inhabited by the ghost of Constance Nebbercracker, an elderly woman who was murdered by her husband many years ago. Constance’s ghost is now trapped in the house, and she is using it to get revenge on the neighborhood.
DJ, Chowder, and Jenny must use all of their courage and ingenuity to defeat the Monster House and save their neighborhood. Along the way, they learn the importance of teamwork, friendship, and facing their fears.
Characters
- DJ Walters: The protagonist of the film, DJ is a young boy who is constantly bullied by his neighbor, Nebbercracker. However, DJ is a brave and resourceful boy, and he is determined to stop the Monster House.
- Chowder: DJ’s best friend, Chowder is a overweight and clumsy boy, but he is also a loyal and supportive friend. Chowder is always there to help DJ, even when things get tough.
- Jenny Bennett: The new girl in the neighborhood, Jenny is a smart and independent girl. She is also a skilled gymnast, which comes in handy when she and her friends are fighting the Monster House.
- Nebbercracker: The antagonist of the film, Nebbercracker is an elderly man who is feared by the neighborhood children. Nebbercracker is the owner of the Monster House, and he is using it to get revenge on the neighborhood.
- Constance Nebbercracker: The ghost of Nebbercracker’s wife, Constance is trapped in the Monster House. She is using the house to get revenge on her husband for murdering her.
Themes
- Teamwork: DJ, Chowder, and Jenny must work together to defeat the Monster House. They learn that they can accomplish anything if they work together.
- Friendship: DJ, Chowder, and Jenny are best friends, and they are always there for each other. They learn that friendship is one of the most important things in life.
- Facing your fears: DJ, Chowder, and Jenny are all afraid of the Monster House, but they face their fears and defeat it. They learn that it is important to face your fears, even when they are difficult.
Critical Reception
Monster House received positive reviews from critics. The film was praised for its animation, humor, and suspense. Many critics also praised the film’s themes of teamwork, friendship, and facing your fears.
Box Office
Monster House was a commercial success, grossing over $140 million worldwide. The film was the highest-grossing animated film of 2006.
Legacy
Monster House is considered to be a classic animated film. The film has been praised for its unique blend of humor, horror, and suspense. Monster House is a film that can be enjoyed by audiences of all ages.
Trivia
- The film’s voice cast includes Mitchel Musso, Sam Lerner, Spencer Locke, Steve Buscemi, Maggie Gyllenhaal, and Kevin James.
- The film was directed by Gil Kenan, who also directed the films Poltergeist (2015) and A Boy Called Christmas (2021).
- The film’s screenplay was written by Dan Harmon and Rob Schrab, who also created the TV series Rick and Morty.
- The film’s animation was created by Sony Pictures Imageworks, the same studio that animated the films Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs (2009) and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse (2018).
Review Score
8/10
Art
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