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Spy Kids (2001) scores a combined 4.00 out of 4 stars for The Land of Eric (Eric D. Snider)The Land of Eric (Eric D. Snider)
All that wholesomeness (there's a poop joke or two, but nothing serious), and it's funny, clever and exciting, too. It's the rare film that is both "good" (i.e., inoffensive and uplifting), and "good" (i.e., well-made). Take the kids and enjoy. ...read the complete Spy Kids movie review at The Land of Eric (Eric D. Snider)
Spy Kids (2001) scores a combined 4.00 out of 4 stars for Movie Parables (Michael Elliott)Movie Parables (Michael Elliott)
Spy Kids is a true family-oriented film. It is one which children will want to see more than once and parents might not even mind if they do. ...read the complete Spy Kids movie review at Movie Parables (Michael Elliott)
Spy Kids (2001) scores a combined 4.00 out of 4 stars for eFilmCritic ReviewseFilmCritic Reviews
They are the Cortez family: Gregorio (Antonio Banderas) and Ingrid (Carla Gugino), whom we meet years later, when their kids are in grade school. Bossy sister Carmen (Alexa Vega) and hapless little brother Juni (Daryl Sabara) have no idea of their ...read the complete Spy Kids movie review at eFilmCritic Reviews
Spy Kids (2001) scores a combined 3.75 out of 4 stars for Film Blather (Eugene Novikov)Film Blather (Eugene Novikov)
Watching Spy Kids, I thought that this is what Inspector Gadget had commercialism not triumphed over all artistic instinct. The films are somewhat similar in plot and almost identical in production design, but while Gadget was a travesty, Spy Kids is ...read the complete Spy Kids movie review at Film Blather (Eugene Novikov)
Spy Kids (2001) scores a combined 3.75 out of 4 stars for Christian PyleChristian Pyle
Once upon a time, two rival spies, Gregorio (Antonio Banderas) and Ingrid (Carla Gugino), decided to get married instead of killing each other. They retired to a beautiful house by the sea and had two kids, Carmen (Alexa Vega) and Juni (Daryl Sabara). ...read the complete Spy Kids movie review at Christian Pyle
Spy Kids (2001) scores a combined 3.75 out of 4 stars for Atlanta Journal-Constitution (Eleanor Ringel Gillespie)Atlanta Journal-Constitution (Eleanor Ringel Gillespie)
Spy Kids (2001) scores a combined 3.75 out of 4 stars for Decent Films Guide - faith on filmDecent Films Guide - faith on film
But here at last is an entertainment that’s actually worth going to theaters to see: an "eye candy" movie that’s actually bright and colorful and fun to look at (contrast the oddly dismal-looking Grinch); a gadget-driven spy spoof that uses its ...read the complete Spy Kids movie review at Decent Films Guide - faith on film
Spy Kids (2001) scores a combined 3.75 out of 4 stars for Ultimate Movies! ReviewUltimate Movies! Review
Watching Spy Kids, I thought that this is what Inspector Gadget had commercialism not triumphed over all artistic instinct. The films are somewhat similar in plot and almost identical in production design, but while Gadget was a travesty, Spy Kids is ...read the complete Spy Kids movie review at Ultimate Movies! Review
Spy Kids (2001) scores a combined 3.75 out of 4 stars for Parent PreviewsParent Previews
Every parent has secrets from their children (like where they've hidden the Easter candy), but Gregorio (Antonio Bandera) and Ingrid Cortez (Carla Gugino) have a big one: They are former top international spies. After marriage and the arrival of their ...read the complete Spy Kids movie review at Parent Previews
Spy Kids (2001) scores a combined 3.56 out of 4 stars for Austin Chronicle (Marjorie Baumgarten)Austin Chronicle (Marjorie Baumgarten)
There is a whole lot to be said for fun -- especially fun that can be shared by all -- and in this regard Spy Kids saves the day. ...read the complete Spy Kids movie review at Austin Chronicle (Marjorie Baumgarten)
Spy Kids (2001) scores a combined 3.52 out of 4 stars for Charlotte Observer (Lawrence Toppman)Charlotte Observer (Lawrence Toppman)
The film's full of in-jokes, from the Spanish-language billboards to the name of Banderas' character. ...read the complete Spy Kids movie review at Charlotte Observer (Lawrence Toppman)
Spy Kids (2001) scores a combined 3.52 out of 4 stars for Chicago Sun-Times (Roger Ebert)Chicago Sun-Times (Roger Ebert)
Spy Kids (2001) scores a combined 3.50 out of 4 stars for Dallas Morning News (Nancy Churnin)Dallas Morning News (Nancy Churnin)
Spy Kids (2001) scores a combined 3.50 out of 4 stars for Homer YenHomer Yen
Meanwhile, the villain, Fegan Floop (Alan Cummings), is a popular children's television show host. He resides in a magnificent palace whose interior seems to be lifted from the blueprints of Willie Wonka's Chocolate Factory. There, he carries out his ...read the complete Spy Kids movie review at Homer Yen
Spy Kids (2001) scores a combined 3.50 out of 4 stars for Moviepie.comMoviepie.com
You know, I might understand that you all think I'm praising this film just because the studio gave me some free copies of the DVD to review and give away. But that's not true! Spy Kids is an unexpectedly delightful and thrilling kids flick for people of ...read the complete Spy Kids movie review at Moviepie.com
Spy Kids (2001) scores a combined 3.50 out of 4 stars for MovieFreak.com (Steve Tradd)MovieFreak.com (Steve Tradd)
"I do not like kids movies." That is what my little brother, Derek, usually hears when he wants me to take him to see the latest Disney cartoon or the next installment to the Pokemon series. He then badgers me until I take him. So, this being true, I ...read the complete Spy Kids movie review at MovieFreak.com (Steve Tradd)
Spy Kids (2001) scores a combined 3.50 out of 4 stars for Reel Movie Critic (George O. Singleton)Reel Movie Critic (George O. Singleton)
Gregorio (Antonio Banderas) is a spy out to eliminate Ingrid (Carla Gugino), who is also a spy out to eliminate Gregorio. They decide that enough is enough and after becoming friends, eventually they get married. They leave the spy business and have two ...read the complete Spy Kids movie review at Reel Movie Critic (George O. Singleton)
Spy Kids (2001) scores a combined 3.50 out of 4 stars for DVD MovieGuideDVD MovieGuide
Every once in a while a movie comes along that looks like it just might be absolutely terrible. Actually, a lot of films are released that appear to be bad, but some seem more cringe-worthy than others. I recall when I first saw the previews for 1995’s ...read the complete Spy Kids movie review at DVD MovieGuide
Spy Kids (2001) scores a combined 3.50 out of 4 stars for Reel.comReel.com
Parents' Note : Spy Kids is rated PG for action scenes, and the morphing content may be spooky for very young kids. Ages 5 & up. ...read the complete Spy Kids movie review at Reel.com
Spy Kids (2001) scores a combined 3.50 out of 4 stars for filmcritic.com (Max Messier)filmcritic.com (Max Messier)
There are few respectable filmmakers in the world that would take on the difficult challenge of creating a children’s movie. I don’t mean those hack directors who just sit behind the camera and yell "action" and "print," ...read the complete Spy Kids movie review at filmcritic.com (Max Messier)
Spy Kids (2001) scores a combined 3.50 out of 4 stars for The Movie Mom (Nell Minow)The Movie Mom (Nell Minow)
Imagine James Bond crossed with "Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory" and you might have an idea of what to expect in "Spy Kids," the best family movie of the spring. It has just the right combination of giddy fantasy, exciting adventure, wonderful ...read the complete Spy Kids movie review at The Movie Mom (Nell Minow)
Spy Kids (2001) scores a combined 3.50 out of 4 stars for The Reel McCoy (Patrick McCoy)The Reel McCoy (Patrick McCoy)
(Also now available: my review for Spy Kids 2: The Island of Lost Dreams ) Spy Kids takes a wonderful idea and brings it to life. It seems like we and Hollywood never seem to tire of valiant adventures where such admirable and memorable characters as ...read the complete Spy Kids movie review at The Reel McCoy (Patrick McCoy)
Spy Kids (2001) scores a combined 3.50 out of 4 stars for JoBlo's Movie Emporium ("JoBlo")JoBlo's Movie Emporium ("JoBlo")
A colorful kickass kid's adventure packed with cool gadgets, groovy tunes, funky stunts and plenty of fun for the whole family, including moms and pops. And considering that I am neither a kid, a mom or a pop, I even dug the movie a lot, so I can't ...read the complete Spy Kids movie review at JoBlo's Movie Emporium ("JoBlo")
Spy Kids (2001) scores a combined 3.50 out of 4 stars for Shadows on the Wall (Rich Cline)Shadows on the Wall (Rich Cline)
After films like Desperado and From Dusk Til Dawn, you wouldn't exactly expect Rodriguez to turn his skills to a kids' movie, but that he has! And it's easily one of the most kinetic, hilarious family thrill-rides in ages. Gregorio and Ingrid (Banderas ...read the complete Spy Kids movie review at Shadows on the Wall (Rich Cline)
Spy Kids (2001) scores a combined 3.50 out of 4 stars for Austin Chronicle (Marjorie Baumgarten)Austin Chronicle (Marjorie Baumgarten)
It's going to come as a surprise to many people that Robert Rodriguez -- the filmmaker they associate with blazing action show-stoppers like El Mariachi, Desperado, From Dusk Till Dawn, and The Faculty -- has not only gone out and made a PG-rated kids ...read the complete Spy Kids movie review at Austin Chronicle (Marjorie Baumgarten)
Spy Kids (2001) scores a combined 3.50 out of 4 stars for Chris JarmickChris Jarmick
It has been a long, long time since I had this much fun at a so-called family film. A family film where I didn't worry that it was perhaps a little violent, or dark, or had a little too much gross-out humor than I wanted the kids to see. And for right ...read the complete Spy Kids movie review at Chris Jarmick
Spy Kids (2001) scores a combined 3.50 out of 4 stars for Film Quips Online (John R. McEwen)Film Quips Online (John R. McEwen)
In many ways, this film resembles 1971's Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory, not only because it features a quirky recluse locked in a fantastic palace full of surprises, but because of its wildly colorful visual design which recollects the trippy, ...read the complete Spy Kids movie review at Film Quips Online (John R. McEwen)
Spy Kids (2001) scores a combined 3.50 out of 4 stars for Rochester Democrat and Chronicle (Jack Garner)Rochester Democrat and Chronicle (Jack Garner)
Perhaps the best compliment I can pay to a film aimed at children is to wish that I could be a kid again to view it from that uniquely innocent perspective.That's not to say I didn't enjoySpy Kidsfrom my more advanced viewpoint -- ...read the complete Spy Kids movie review at Rochester Democrat and Chronicle (Jack Garner)
Spy Kids (2001) scores a combined 3.50 out of 4 stars for Chicago Sun-Times (Roger Ebert)Chicago Sun-Times (Roger Ebert)
"Spy Kids" is giddy with the joy of its invention. It's an exuberant, colorful extravaganza, wall-to-wall with wildly original sets and visual gimmicks, and smart enough to escape the kids ...read the complete Spy Kids movie review at Chicago Sun-Times (Roger Ebert)
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