Pokémon 3: The Movie 2000

Robin Rauzi, Los Angeles Times: A 75-minute sensory assault. Read more

Susan Stark, Detroit News: Read more

Nancy Churnin, Dallas Morning News: [Fans] should end up pleasantly surprised with a plot that pumps a little psychological complexity in the franchise. Read more

Anita Gates, New York Times: Nap time for adults. Read more

Malcolm Ritter, Associated Press: The colorful, lush backgrounds and some striking, imaginative animation offer ample reward for sitting next to your young ones. Read more

Bruce Fretts, Entertainment Weekly: It's enjoyable only if you're under the age of 7 -- or the influence of psychedelic drugs. Read more

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Edward Guthmann, San Francisco Chronicle: Even little trainer's pet Pikachu appears to have seen it all before. Read more

Robert Koehler, Variety: The animation doesn't display the kind of artistic advances that would compensate for the underdeveloped story. Read more

Michael O'Sullivan, Washington Post: Creepy, yes, and confusing as heck, but not half so fearsome as the three little words ('Until next time!') spoken by whom I don't recall. Read more