Shrek

A grumpy ogre is forced to rescue a princess from a dragon, aided only by a wisecracking donkey. The film is an animated comedy. The voice actors Mike Myers, Cameron Diaz and Eddie Murphy provide the principal performances in this film.

Shrek is a feature‑length animated comedy presented as a movie programme. The story centres on an unlikely hero – a surly ogre who lives in a swamp – and it blends humour with a classic fairy‑tale setting. Though the film is aimed at a broad audience, its tone remains light‑hearted and it's reliant on visual gags and witty dialogue. The narrative unfolds in a colourful, computer‑generated world that plays with familiar storybook tropes. The film’s pacing keeps the jokes coming from start to finish. The central plot follows the ogre, who is reluctantly thrust into a quest to retrieve a captive princess from a fearsome dragon. He's not alone on this mission; a talkative donkey, full of sarcastic remarks, tags along as his unlikely companion. Together they travel through enchanted forests and treacherous terrain, confronting the dragon’s lair in order to free the princess and secure their own freedom. The journey tests both their patience and their willingness to cooperate. In the end, the ogre discovers that heroism can come from the most unexpected places. The film’s humour is amplified by its vocal performances. Mike Myers provides the gruff yet endearing voice of the ogre, while Cameron Diaz lends her bright tone to the princess. Eddie Murphy delivers the donkey’s rapid‑fire jokes, giving the character its trademark wit. These three actors’ contributions shape the comedic rhythm of the movie, turning a simple rescue tale into an animated comedy that relies heavily on dialogue and character interaction.