Getting excited

Two words: Simpsons Movie.

Ok, when word first reached me that this was gonna be made my initial reaction went along the lines of "oh for God's sake." I admit that I wasn't too impressed nor could I see the need. I thought that Fox had just allowed them to make it to ensure another few years of 25 minute epsisodes. What plot could justify an hour and a half of the yellow guys and gals? and Moe.

To me it's seems like they've been running low on ideas lately: weak guest appearances and things that don't make sense even for a cartoon - Homer sleeping with his motorcyle before putting it through the roof.

Yet... a couple of things have made me think otherwise. While the show has been putting out episodes that make me snore there's been some quality stuff. There's also 2 outstanding animated 'feature lengthers' that were worthwhile: Family Guy's Stewie Griffin and the South Park movie.

And there's this:


I know a good trailer isn't indicitive of the film but it's made me pay attention and think there may be more to this one than a host of guest voices. I am now holding my breath and hoping for greatness.