Since Friday, I have see the movie twice, each at a different theater. I don't think I would have chosen to see this movie without my seven year old son (who has been talking about this movie for what seems like ages) but, as cartoons go, it was visually interesting, it did have a plot, character development and enough action to keep my son and his friend entertained- the ENTIRE time. So, I say it's great for kids and not intolerable for their parents.