Outfoxed

"Canis lupus!"

"It's me Vulpes vulpes!" Exclaims Mr. Fox triumphantly to the lone wolf standing in the distance.

"I have a phobia of you!" He continues.

Wes Anderson's fresh new (and first) animated flick is a fabulous occurrence, bringing together the animated likes of skunks, foxes, humans, wolves, moles, and notably, beagles who should never be looked in the eye. And by the way, they love blueberries.

Mr. Fox along with his opossum sidekick, a lightning-phobic rodent, set out to steal from three human businessmen, inevitably leading to their animal community's temporary downfall.

The film is based on Roald Dahl's story, a line that has such allure, it can be enjoyed by all ages. Not too long, but enough to have sufficient plot development.

This goofy clip and many other clever moments can be found throughout Anderson's newest film "Fantastic Mr. Fox."

Phrases such as "this is going to be a cluster cuss," and "what the cuss!?" are woven throughout the script, cleverly replacing each and every swear word, which in turn creates an inclusive tone for kids and adults to enjoy together.

Mature implications are subtly combined with singing and dancing wild animals to create one of the most lighthearted and enjoyable films of this year.

Familiar voices are featured from George Clooney (as the fantastic one), Meryl Streep, Jason Schwartzman, and Bill Murray, lending additional jokes and satire to the central storyline.

The only downside is the film is simple. Possibly too simple. You be the judge.

But do appreciate the animation! Alone it is quite an experience. Initially it seems archaic, something from the mid '90's, but patiently watch and it reveals its own individuality. It's as if clay and puppetry had a beautifully awkward baby and named it "Fantastic."

I give it