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Shrek the Third (2006) a.k.a A Fright-3 (Mmegi, 13 January 2007) was really not a concern for DreamWorks as it grossed over P2 billion.  In Shrek-2 our hero and Fiona learnt the hard way that they were better off being ogres.  This insight came to them after they tried to pass as human beings, something that made them aware of all its drawbacks.  Shrek-1 (2001) started what has been a winning streak over the past decade.  Based loosely on William Steig's children's book (and Brothers Grimm's fairy tales) the film surprised everyone with its resounding success (Mmegi, 2 July 2004).

The four Shrek movies have also showed amazing continuity in the actors who voice the strange creatures from fairyland and ogre world.  The great green ogre, Shrek (voiced throughout by Mike Myers) has become a friend to many.  Children have no need to fear or have nightmares over ghosts or ogres if they become their friends.