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"Monsters vs Aliens" (2009)

When California girl Susan Murphy is unexpectedly clobbered by a meteor full of outer space gunk, she mysteriously grows to 49-feet-11-inches tall and is instantly labeled a “monster” named Ginormica. The military jumps into action, and she is captured and held in a secret government compound. The world learns that the military has been quietly rounding up other monsters over the years. This ragtag group consists of the brilliant but insect-headed Dr. Cockroach, Ph.D.; the macho half-ape, half-fish The Missing Link; the gelatinous and indestructible B.O.B.; and the 350-foot grub called Insectosaurus. Their confinement time is cut short however, when a mysterious alien robot lands on Earth and begins storming the country. As a last resort, under the guidance of General W.R. Monger (on a desperate order from The President), the motley crew of Monsters is called into action to combat the aliens and save the world from imminent destruction.
Reese Witherspoon and Seth Rogen Team Up for "Monsters vs Aliens"
Seth Rogen and Reese Witherspoon provide the voices of two of the monsters in "Monsters vs Aliens." Rogen lends his voice to a blue blob known as B.O.B. B.O.B. is an indestructible gelatinous mass with one eye and a tiny brain. Witherspoon provides the voice of Susan, a bride-to-be who is transformed into a 49 foot-11 inches tall creature after an encounter with a meteor on her wedding day.
"Monsters vs Aliens" Photo Gallery
Gallery of photos from the movie "Monsters vs Aliens" featuring the voices of Reese Witherspoon, Hugh Laurie, Rainn Wilson, Paul Rudd, Seth Rogen and Will Arnett.
"Monsters vs Aliens" Movie Review
I know Jeffrey Katzenberg and James Cameron and a host of other assorted filmmakers want me to like 3-D, but I'm not buying into the hype. I find wearing the glasses and waiting for something to appear to lurch from the screen more irritating than entertaining...
"Monsters vs. Aliens" Trailers
"Monsters vs. Aliens" trailer and video clips featuring the voices of Reese Witherspoon and Seth Rogen.
Will Arnett on "Monsters vs Aliens"
Will Arnett lends his voice to the character The Missing Link in DreamWorks Animation's 3-D animated family comedy, "Monsters vs Aliens." The Missing Link is a weird amphibious creature who terrorized beach bunnies before being locked up in a secret government facility alongside other 'monsters.'
"Monsters vs Aliens" Exclusive Premiere Photos
Exclusive gallery of photos from the LA Premiere of the DreamWorks Animation movie "Monsters vs Aliens" featuring Reese Witherspoon, Paul Rudd, Seth Rogen, Kiefer Sutherland, Rainn Wilson, Hugh Laurie, Jack Black, Jonah Hill, Josh Hutcherson, Jeffrey Katzenberg, Gilles Marini, Alex Kingston, Angie Harmon, Michael Strahan, and Andy Richter.
Kiefer Sutherland Talks About "Monsters vs Aliens"
Kiefer Sutherland on "Monsters vs Aliens," voice work, Jack Bauer vs aliens, and finding the right way to play General W R Monger.
"Monsters vs Aliens" Movie Credits
Cast and crew list for "Monsters vs Aliens," MPAA rating, and release date info.
"Monsters vs Aliens" Character Posters
Gallery of 6 character posters featuring the monsters and head alien from "Monsters vs Aliens."
"Monsters vs Aliens" Poster
"Alien problem? Monster solution"
Rainn Wilson Interview
(April 2008) Rainn Wilson plays Dwight in the hit TV series "The Office" which keeps him fairly busy (now that the strike's over). But he had time to take on a starring role in "The Rocker" and is lending his voice to the animated film "Monsters vs Aliens."
"Monsters vs Aliens" Makes Super Bowl History
(Jan 2009) DreamWorks Animation and PepsiCo's SoBe Lifewater are breaking new ground at this year's Super Bowl. For the first time in history, Super Bowl viewers will be treated to a commercial break (aren't the commercials usually the best part of the game?) in which everything will be in 3D.
"Monsters vs Aliens" Finds a New Home
(Sep 2007) DreamWorks Animation's "Monsters vs Aliens" has moved up its release date from May 15, 2009 to March 27, 2009.
"Monsters vs. Aliens" Heads to Theaters
(July 2007) DreamWorks Animation announces the upcoming release of the animated film "Monsters vs Aliens."
Official "Monsters vs Aliens" Website
DreamWorks Animation's site for "Monsters vs Aliens." Release Date: March 27, 2009

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