THE SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS MOVIE (Released to Theaters USA 2004)

 

Ben Meyers’ Rating: 4.0|5.0 Starsìììì  The SpongeBob SquarePants Movie—good child/adult share—has a strong multi-layered story that is perfectly complicated enough for a wide age-range of viewers. It is 'goofy' and silly, but believable as SpongeBob and Patrick work through their challenges that are quite relatable to human challenges. The message is upbeat and leaves a good feeling about moving forward despite limitations. This is a first movie for the SpongeBob animated televised series and moves this story into multiple theatrical productions and short films. Good watch.  Film Poster Courtesy of IMDb Storyline Plankton steals King Neptune's crown and pins it on Eugene Krabs of The Krusty Krabs restaurant so that he can get the Kraby Paddy recipe. With the help of King Neptune's sensible and compassionate daughter, SpongeBob and Patrick convince King Neptune that it is necessary to find the crown and clear Eugene Krabs' name.    Additional Thanks Thank you to Director Stephen Hillenburg for directing effort. Thank you to Producers Stephen Hillenburg and Julia Pistor for making the film possible. Cast includes Tom Kenny, Bill Fagerbakke, Clancy Brown, Rodger Bumpass, Mr. Lawrence, Jill Talley, Carolyn Lawrence, Mary Jo Catlett, Alec Baldwin, David Hasselhoff, Scarlett Johansson, and Jeffrey Tambor. Buy a ticket? Yes? No? Maybe?  Yes. This movie will more than satisfy SpongeBob SquarePants' fans. It is a fun, quality entertainment piece that can easily be added to the family home entertainment library. The movie has a good, original, multi-layered story that works for children as well as adults.  Video Critique Available Here: Ben Meyers