Following the success of Shrek 2, a third and fourth Shrek movie, along with plans for a final, fifth film, were announced in May 2004 by Jeffrey Katzenberg: "Shrek 3 and 4 are going to reveal other unanswered questions and, finally, in the last chapter, we will understand how Shrek came to be in that swamp, when we meet him in the first movie."
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- 1 Гарри Грегсон-Уильямс & Bach ChoirThe Royal Treatment 2:32
- 2 Гарри Грегсон-Уильямс & Bach ChoirFatherly Dreams 2:20
- 3 Гарри Грегсон-Уильямс & Bach ChoirThe Frog King Dies 2:51
- 4 Гарри Грегсон-Уильямс & Bach ChoirAnother Adventure 2:33
- 5 Гарри Грегсон-Уильямс & Bach ChoirLittle Ogre Feet 1:54
- 6 Гарри Грегсон-Уильямс & Bach ChoirWorcestershiree? 1:53
- 7 Гарри Грегсон-Уильямс & Bach ChoirCharmed & Dangerous 3:26
- 8 Гарри Грегсон-Уильямс & Bach ChoirArtie's Sob Story 1:33
- 9 Гарри Грегсон-Уильямс & Bach ChoirA Warm & Fuzzy Navel 2:18
- 10 Гарри Грегсон-Уильямс & Bach ChoirThe Campfire 1:34
- 11 Гарри Грегсон-Уильямс & Bach ChoirThe Hook Attack 1:22
- 12 Гарри Грегсон-Уильямс & Bach ChoirMerlin 1:48
- 13 Гарри Грегсон-Уильямс & Bach ChoirThe Trip Home 2:16
- 14 Гарри Грегсон-Уильямс & Bach ChoirPrincess Resistance 2:27
- 15 Гарри Грегсон-Уильямс & Bach ChoirThe Dressing Room 2:19
- 16 Гарри Грегсон-Уильямс & Bach ChoirThe Show Begins 2:04
- 17 Гарри Грегсон-Уильямс & Bach ChoirKing Arthur 3:30
- 18 Гарри Грегсон-Уильямс & Bach Choir(Almost) Alone At Last 2:02
Shrek the Third
(2007)10
" Who’s ready for Thirds?"
| Country | |
| Runtime | 1 hr 33 min |
| Budget | $160 000 000 |
| Premiere: World | $808 310 187 May 17, 2007 |
| USA | $322 719 944 |
| Other countries | $485 590 243 |
| Box Office – Budget | $648 310 187 |
| Premiere: USA | $322 719 944 98 May 6, 2007 |
| first day | $38 426 991 |
| first weekend | $121 629 270 |
| Digital: World | September 1, 2014 |
| Production Companies | |
| Also Known As | Shrek 3 United States Shrek the 3rd United Kingdom |
Description
Reluctantly designated as the heir to the land of Far, Far Away, Shrek hatches a plan to install the rebellious Artie as the new king while Princess Fiona tries to fend off a coup d'état by the jilted Prince Charming.Сast and Crew
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About the Book
The animated film "Shrek the Third" is loosely based on the children's book Shrek! by William Steig. The book was first published in 1990 and tells the story of a green ogre named Shrek who embarks on a journey to find his place in the world.About the Author
William Steig was an American cartoonist, illustrator, and writer of children's books. He was known for his unique style and imaginative storytelling. Steig's work has been celebrated for its humor and heart, and he received numerous awards throughout his career.Adaptation and Faithfulness
While the film "Shrek the Third" draws inspiration from Shrek!, it significantly expands upon the original story. The movie introduces new characters and plotlines that are not present in the book. The essence of Shrek's character and the themes of self-acceptance and friendship remain, but the film takes creative liberties to develop a more complex narrative suitable for a feature-length animation.Key Differences
- The book Shrek! is a simple tale focused on Shrek's journey and his encounters with various characters, while the film includes a broader storyline involving royal succession and a larger cast of characters.
- The film introduces new characters such as Princess Fiona, Donkey, and Puss in Boots, who are not part of the original book.
- The humor and tone of the film are adapted to appeal to a wider audience, incorporating modern references and comedic elements that differ from the book's style.
What is “Shrek the Third” about?
Shrek faces the question of who should rule Far Far Away after King Harold’s decline. With Donkey and Puss in Boots, he sets out to find Artie as a rightful heir, while Prince Charming plots to take the throne.
Which installment is it, and do I need to watch the previous films?
It’s the third film in the Shrek series. You can watch it on its own, but it lands better if you know the first two movies—Shrek and Fiona’s story, Donkey’s friendship, and how Puss joined the group.
What are the main themes of the movie?
It focuses on growing up and taking responsibility: Shrek fears change (including impending fatherhood) and doubts whether he can live up to expectations. It also explores leadership, self-acceptance, and friendship.
Who is Arthur (Artie), and why is he important?
Arthur is a teenager believed to be the rightful heir to Far Far Away. Shrek tries to convince him to step up as king—especially because Shrek doesn’t want the crown for himself.
Why is Prince Charming the main antagonist?
He believes the fairy-tale kingdom should be his, recruits a team of villains, and tries to seize power by force—rewriting the story so he ends up the hero.
Does the movie have a parenthood storyline?
Yes. Fiona’s pregnancy and Shrek’s anxiety about becoming a father form a major emotional arc. His nightmare-like visions of kids underline his fear of responsibility and change.
Which new characters stand out in the third movie?
The biggest newcomer is Arthur (Artie). The film also expands Prince Charming’s villain crew and introduces Artie’s school setting, adding a teen-comedy flavor.
Does “Shrek the Third” have lots of fairy-tale parodies and references?
Yes. It keeps the franchise’s style—twisting fairy-tale clichés, poking fun at ‘hero’ conventions, using showy set pieces, and recontextualizing familiar characters.
Who are the directors and writers of the film?
The film is directed by Andrew Adamson and Raman Hui. The screenplay is by Ted Elliott, Jeffrey Price, Terry Rossio, Roger S.H. Schulman, and Joe Stillman (based on characters created by William Steig).
Who produced “Shrek the Third”?
Among the producers are Aron Warner and Chris Miller.
Which main characters return in the third installment?
Shrek, Fiona, Donkey, and Puss in Boots return, along with many familiar residents of Far Far Away, including the royal family and several fairy-tale characters from earlier films.
What genre is it, and who is it for?
It’s an adventure-driven family animated comedy. Kids get the action and visual gags, while adults often enjoy the parodies and pop-culture-style references.
Is it worth watching the next movie after this one?
If you want a fuller wrap-up of Shrek and Fiona’s journey and the family angle, it makes sense to continue with “Shrek Forever After” (the fourth film). The third movie sets up major changes for the characters.
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Beautiful, funny and in the spirit of the previous parts. The threequel seriously let down the pace and seriously sagged humor.
Compared to previous laziness, the cartoon is rather weak and tries to be a logical threequel about how Shrek prepares to be a father, becoming a mentor to a young talent who is not appreciated in high school. An asshole with a claim to greatness. The idea is good. A squad of princesses embellishes the story. I advise
Shrek doesn’t want to be king and isn’t quite ready to be a father, although he does figure things out with the latter. This part is a bit weaker than the previous ones; it feels like the plot was contrived.
Compared to the first 2 parts, it’s a bit boring. Charming without the Fairy Godmother is a so-so villain. More like a narcissistic idiot with delusions of grandeur, no match for Shrek. Arthur, as for me, is a spineless kid, gullible and not ready to be a king. The humor sank. The moment with the battle princesses is chic.
The introduction of babies and teenagers almost always makes any franchise worse: this is no exception, but overall there is still a lot to like. The idea of fairy tale villains who are just unlucky with fate is great; a crossover of female heroes long before the wretched "Avengers". Slightly worse than the second.
The film suffered enormous reputational damage at the time, and not without reason. The main problem here is the uneven plot and the drawn-out jokes, and given the increased amount of toilet humor, the conclusion is obvious. Kudos to the film for the best condom commercial ever.
As good as the first and second parts were, the third is just as bad. Shrek, once a witty and rebellious film, has turned into the Disney that people used to laugh at, into a completely boring cartoon with bad and uninteresting characters.
The weakest film in the series. The plot is uninteresting and boring. The story itself is derivative…and the characters are either dull or annoying. There are "at most" two action scenes in the entire hour, and the rest is pure fluff.
Shrek 3 reminded me of Movie 43. The same number of famous characters (actors), a ton of outhouse humor and absurdity. The script is like a "vinaigrette": it was written hastily, in the "people grabs" style. I gobbled it up and received, if not pleasure, but pleasant satiety.
Somehow my favorite franchise sank sharply. The humor in this part is quite flat in places, the adventures are not particularly exciting, but the main disappointment is the villain. Was it really impossible to come up with something new? It looks like a reluctance to strain the "creative" convolutions. Like people are eating it anyway.
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