Alvin and the Chipmunks

Alvin and the Chipmunks
I burned a bit of leave today and took in a matinee of Alvin and The Chipmunks. I was a big fan of the cartoon in the 1980's and heard the "Witch Doctor" song long before that thanks to my mom's 45 records.

When their tree is cut down for an office Christmas tree, Alvin, Simon, and Theodore end up sneaking home with a struggling songwriter named David Seville, played by Jason Lee. Once discovered in his house, the chipmunks surprise Dave with their singing ability and their ability to talk, which inspires him to write new music. The Chipmunks of course hit it big with their Christmas song and "Witch Doctor."

I liked the movie, but I am very biased and it probably wont appeal to most adults, but I am sure the kids will love it. I also think Jason Lee is fun to watch, but he's not the greatest actor in the world, but then this isn't Shakespeare. The familiar songs get a modern tune up and they even do a few renditions of some popular hits. There is no bonus scene at the end of the credits, but the credits were fun to watch as they show album covers from the 1950's to present, which shows the evolution of their appearance from the beginning to now.

Did I enjoy the movie? Yes.
Would I see it again? Yes.
Buy the DVD? Very likely, especially if I catch it on sale.