A satirical fairytale overturning conventions where a misanthropic ogre finds love and self-worth. Amidst emerald swamps and plastic kingdoms, it celebrates the beauty within the grotesque, proving that even monsters deserve happy endings.
Shrek
"The greatest fairy tale never told."
Director:
Andrew Adamson
Vicky Jenson
Cast:
Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy, Cameron Diaz, John Lithgow, Vincent Cassel
Animation
Family
Fantasy
Comedy
Adventure
Budget:
$60,000,000
Box Office:
$488,628,188
Shrek - Easter Eggs & Hidden Details
Easter Eggs
Z from Antz
In the Magic Mirror scene, and in the windows of Duloc, you can briefly see the character Z from DreamWorks' previous film Antz (1998), acknowledging the studio's history.
Mama Bear Rug
In the opening, we see Mama Bear, Papa Bear, and Baby Bear in cages. Later, in Lord Farquaad's bedroom, there is a bear skin rug with a pink bow, implying a dark fate for Mama Bear.
Peter Pan and Tinkerbell
In the line of exiled creatures, Peter Pan is seen trying to sell Tinkerbell to the guards, a dark twist on their friendship and a jab at Disney's wholesome image.
Gepetto selling Pinocchio
Gepetto is seen handing Pinocchio over to the guards for money, further subverting the 'loving father' trope of the original story.