Review of Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Squeakquel on DVD

I don't know a parent in the world who has kids that HAVEN'T been exposed to the commercials advertising the new Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Squeakuel movie -- especially the clips of the Chipettes singing their version of "Put a Ring on It." Long before we received a copy of this movie to review, I was promising my kids we would see it, one way or another. Here's what we thought:

First of all, it's PG. This means that while some of the rowdier humor is mild -- it's there. If you're looking for a version of the Chipmunks that you remember as a child (the original version), this isn't it. That being said, it's not exactly a bad thing. The Chipmunks enroll in school, face some of the same trials and tribulations as today's kids, and learn a little about chipmunk love along the way. (Basically, the sanitized version of the original Chipmunks series might not resonate as well with kids ages 7 and up -- you know, the ones who actually have to deal with stuff in life?) Younger kids may find some of the humor goes over their head, and that's not without purpose.

All kidding aside, this had a sweet story line, super animation, and of course, a bangin' soundtrack (more on the soundtrack in a later review.) We enjoyed the extras that came with the movie, and I think that overall, my kids found that the movie lived up to their very high expectations. I'd also like to add that we are a very musical family -- this movie tied right into something that is very near and dear to our hearts!

If you want to hang out with kids in a way that they will enjoy as much as you, this movie makes a great Family Movie Night feature. The giggles from my kids were so worth any sassy chipmunk humor, and I think that they took away the real lesson from the movie -- that families can come together when things get tough (no matter if those families have tails and squeaky voices, or not.)

You can pre-order this film from Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment via Amazon (aff) or your choice of retailer -- but it won't be out until March 30th!

Wanna Win? We have 3 copies of this film to give away. To be entered, just comment on this post with your favorite Chipmunk! You have until March 30th at 11:59 am CST to get your entries in, and you can enter every day! (Just comment as directed for your first entry, and for each entry after that, type "Today's Entry!")

Giveaways are subject to complete site rules. Open to persons 18+ U.S. only, please. (Be sure to give us a way to reach you if you win, and remember that we will never use your email or contact info for anything other than to send your prize.) Good luck, and be sure to check out all of our other giveaways!

*Screener of the movie was received for this review.

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  1. Alvin is my favorite chipmunk.

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  2. I have to agree, my favorite is Alvin.

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  3. I'm an Alvin fan!

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  4. Theodore is just so cute!

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  5. Theodore

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  6. I love Alvin!
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  7. alvin

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  8. alvin is my favorite!
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  9. Theodore is my favorite. Love that he's such a sweet little baby.

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  10. Theodore is my fave!
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  11. They are all just too cute, but I would have to say Theodore is my favorite.

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  12. My favorite is Theodore.
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  13. Theodore is my favorite chipmunk!
    Thank you for the giveaway :)
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  14. Alvin. definitely!
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  15. Theodore, he is so cute. Thanks for giveaway! sweetone624 at hotmail.com

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  16. Alvin is my favortie! Thanks for the chance, justicecw@hotmail.com

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  17. My favorite is Alvin!
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  18. I like all of them! :) Maybe Theodore cuz he's so cute.
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  19. Lydia likes Alvin the best, but Holt's favorite is Simon.

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  20. Alvin, of course! :)
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  21. Theodore is my fave!

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  22. I like Alvin.

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  23. You have to love Alvin! lol
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  25. Today's entry! Jenprincess88 at aol dot com

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  27. I like Alvin the best.

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  28. I love Theodore!!!
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  29. Alvin is my favorite.

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  30. My girls like Brittany. Thank you!

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  31. My daughter can't wait to see this movie. Alvin is her favorite.

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  32. Everyone in the family loves Theodore. Thanks for the chance.
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  33. Alvin is my favorite.
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  34. Alvin of course!
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  35. Alvin of course. He always makes you laugh!

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  36. I like Theodore because he's sweet and chubby

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  38. good ole Alvin!
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  39. My favorite would have to be Theodore.

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  40. Alvin is my favorite, thanks.

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    Alvin is my favorite!
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  42. A-l-v-i-n !!!
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  43. I love Theodore. I think he has the sweetest of the chipmunk personalities!

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  44. 3/25 todays entry

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  45. My favorite is Theodore. He may not have the leadership skills of Alvin, or the brains of Simon, but he is all heart (and maybe a lil tummy lol).

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  46. Alvin of course!!

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  48. Today's entry-Jenprincess88 at aol dot com

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    Alvin is my favorite!
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  54. I like Alvin!
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  55. Alvin is my favorite chipmunk!!
    Go Alvin, Go Alvin!!

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  58. Alvin is my son's favorite.
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  59. I love Theodore!

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  61. 3/26 daily entry

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  65. my daughter loved this movie and my husband didn't; he swore we were not going to buy it so I hope I win it :)

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  66. Alvin is my favorite and the best chipmunk!

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  70. We are a fan of Simon's in this household!
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    Alvin is my favorite!
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  72. I like alvin best
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  73. alvin of course!


    Thanks for entering me! Great Contest!

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  79. Alvin

    Thanks for the giveaway >^..^<

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  80. Personally, I like Simon. :)

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    Alvin is my favorite!
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  84. Alvin is my favorite chipmunk

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  91. My favorite is Simon

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  92. My daughter said her favorite chipmunk is Alvin!

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    Thanks for the giveaway >^..^<

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    Alvin is my favorite!
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  96. My favorite is Simon because he's so smart.

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  97. alvin of course thanks for the giveaway minsthins at optonline dot net

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  98. I like Theodore.

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  99. I love Alvin the best, thanks!

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  100. 3/29 Todays entry

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  101. Simon was always my favorite Chipmunk. I was the brainy one with glasses among my friends, so I can relate. Thank you for the fun give-away.

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    ALVIN IS THE BEST

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  106. Just has to be Alvin!

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  108. Theodore is my favorite. I just love the Chipmunks.

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  109. I've always liked chunky animals, so Theodore is my favorite. :)
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  110. I love Theodore!

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    Alvin is my favorite!
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  112. My son loves Simon and loves trying to sing like them. Thanks for the chance

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  113. Alvin. hes the bomb

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  114. Alvin is my favorite.

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  115. I'm a big Theodore fan, but my son definately takes after Alvin so I have a soft spot for him too!

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  116. We love Theodore, so cute.
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  118. Alvin is the acme!

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  120. I love Simon he is so adorable.

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  121. I *LOVE* Theodore. He is so cute. :D

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  123. Alvin!!!! You are my favorite


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  124. Alvin is my favorite
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  125. Theodore is my favorite chipmunk

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  126. My fave chipmunk is Theodore cause he's sweet and cuddly!

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  127. My son likes Simon but I like Alvin.

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  132. My favorite is Alvin. Always. garrettsambo@aol.com

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  135. My favorite Chipmunk is Alvin!

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  136. My favorite is Simon!

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  137. Simon is my favorite

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  138. i love alvin he is such a cutie :)

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  139. thats alvin of coarse
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  140. Theodore has always been my favorite.

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  141. My favorite Chipmunk is Theodore.

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  142. Today's Entry!

    Alvin is my favorite!
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  143. I like Theodore!

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  144. We love Theodore!
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