G-Force (Two Disc DVD)

Buckle up for thrilling edge-of-your-seat action and laugh-out-loud fun in Disney's family comedy adventure, G-FORCE. As the elite team of highly trained guinea pigs, known as the G-Force, is about to save the world, the F.B.I. shuts down their secret unit. However, these next-generation action heroes – Darwin, the loyal team leader; Blaster, the weapons expert with an attitude to spare; Juarez, the drop-dead gorgeous martial arts diva; and the tag-along Hurley – refuse to be stopped. Armed with the latest in high-tech spy equipment and with the F.B.I. on their tails, the fur flies as they race against the clock to save the world.

Produced by the mastermind behind the PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN trilogy and NATIONAL TREASURE, G-FORCE is packed with high-octane action, daredevil stunts, cutting-edge special effects, and outrageous comedy, making it fantastic fun for the whole family. The film's premise – don't think big for an animated caper film, think small – brilliantly upends the "more-bigger-faster" trope of American action films, with cute, little, furry guinea pigs as the unlikely heroes.

Visual effects maestro Hoyt Yeatman, who writes and directs, teams up with action genius Jerry Bruckheimer to create a potent combination. The fact that they channeled their blow-'em-up vision through a film about tiny rodents saving the world makes the whole confection a hilarious family-friendly experience as well as a satisfying action adventure.

The film's standout performance belongs to Tracy Morgan, whose Agent Blaster is bellicose, fearless, and as full of malapropisms as Morgan's character on 30 Rock. The ensemble cast, including Sam Rockwell, Penélope Cruz, Steve Buscemi, and Jon Favreau, bring the guinea pig agents to life with charismatic and comedic flair.

The film's premise, though not earth-shattering, is well-executed. Oddball, unexpected heroes are called upon to save the day, and the lowly guinea pig has finally been given its moment in the spotlight. The mix of animated heroes and real-life actors, including the sardonic British character actor Bill Nighy as the evil mogul, adds depth and complexity to the story.

Will Arnett's deadpan and spot-on performance as the human agent tasked with wrangling the guinea pig G-Force provides a deft foil for the bad guys as well as for the mini-heroes. The film's action sequences, special effects, and comedic moments are seamlessly woven together, creating a highly entertaining and family-friendly experience.

In conclusion, G-FORCE just might be the best Jerry Bruckheimer action film in many a moon. It's exuberant, hilarious, and satisfying, proving that the free world can truly trust the humble guinea pig to save the day.

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