In 2001, DreamWorks launched its biggest franchise yet with Shrek. After decades of Disney fairy tales dominating animation, the world was ready for a satirical take that flipped that formula on its ...

An ogre who loves his swamp. A princess in need of rescuing. A donkey who can't stop talking. It's all a part of the fractured fairy tale that is "Shrek." Based on the book written and illustrated by ...

From the murky swamp to the kingdom of Duloc, Shrek has captured hearts with its wit, adventures and hilarious dialogue. Released in 2001, Shrek is the film that started it all. Paving the way for the ...

An anti-fairy tale run amuck. Let me explain. Shrek is Dreamworks’ latest salvo in the bloody popcorn wars it wages with Disney, its only current rival in the feature animation industry. Loosely based ...