By having a five year old granddaughter, I am reliving the days of princesses in fairytale lands. I took my granddaughter to see the movie, Cinderella. Of course, she was absolutely thrilled. I believe this movie served its purpose by providing a glimpse into the fairytale land with Prince Charming, castles, ballroom dances, and magical characters including Fairy God Mother. And let us not forget about the beautiful glass slippers. I was curious about the movie reviews as I am considering a purchase of the DVD. By reviewing these articles, I learned that the outcome of the review is dependent on the audience the reviewer is trying to appeal to.
Cinderella as directed by Kenneth Branagh which starred Lily James as Cinderella, Cate Blanchett as her wicked stepmother, and Helena Bonham Carter as her fairy godmother stuck to the original theme from 1950 in which Cinderella won over Prince Charming, but it also presented a somewhat magical approach in empowering young girls. Ella’s dying mother encouraged her to have courage and be kind. By doing this, great things would somehow come her way. Throughout …show more content…
Each review had a different take on the movie and could have greatly impacted one’s decision to see the movie or even purchase the DVD. Had I only ready Heyman’s review, this movie would not have been watched at the theater nor would I have purchased the DVD. Star power is not enough to make me watch a movie. Vancheri’s review was the most informative. I like the twist that Alexander presented with Cinderella’s first encounter with Prince Charming. As stated before, I believe this movie met the criteria of any young girl who loves the fairytale land of princesses, beautiful dresses, and magical characters. Adults can still enjoy the storyline of Cinderella and the other characters as there is the instillation of good virtues, conflict, tragedy, and triumph. I will definitely buy the
Cinderella as directed by Kenneth Branagh which starred Lily James as Cinderella, Cate Blanchett as her wicked stepmother, and Helena Bonham Carter as her fairy godmother stuck to the original theme from 1950 in which Cinderella won over Prince Charming, but it also presented a somewhat magical approach in empowering young girls. Ella’s dying mother encouraged her to have courage and be kind. By doing this, great things would somehow come her way. Throughout …show more content…
Each review had a different take on the movie and could have greatly impacted one’s decision to see the movie or even purchase the DVD. Had I only ready Heyman’s review, this movie would not have been watched at the theater nor would I have purchased the DVD. Star power is not enough to make me watch a movie. Vancheri’s review was the most informative. I like the twist that Alexander presented with Cinderella’s first encounter with Prince Charming. As stated before, I believe this movie met the criteria of any young girl who loves the fairytale land of princesses, beautiful dresses, and magical characters. Adults can still enjoy the storyline of Cinderella and the other characters as there is the instillation of good virtues, conflict, tragedy, and triumph. I will definitely buy the