The basic premise is an environmental message. Springfield has finally become the most polluted place in the country, prompting to President Schwarzenegger to allow the EPA to do with it as they want. What they want is certainly not in the best interest of the town and chaos ensues.
This movie was worthy of a rewatch, as evidenced by the fact that I did, but it wasn't quite as good as it could have been. I attribute that to the fact that it was, in fact, too good for its own good. The plot was too well crafted - since when does the Simpsons start with a plot point and stick to it all the way through to the end of thirty minutes - much less an hour and a half? The animation too was superb, especially when they utilized their special semi-3D skills. And with a soundtrack by Hans Zimmer along with regular Danny Elfman? It was just too good - it didn't feel like the Simpsons as much as it should have.
Don't get me wrong - there were some very funny parts, a few smart stabs of social commentary, and even some surprisingly touching moments. Everything you would expect from the Simpsons. But it just fell a little flat, felt a little too in control, and a little too crafted with Hollywood watching over their shoulders.
By no means do the shortcomings make this movie not worth watching - it's just worth noting that it could have been better and hopefully the sequel, if there is one, will pick up the extra 20% and be a five star affair.
**** (4/5 stars)
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