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Cinderella

Cinderella (1950)

February. 22,1950
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7.3
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G
| Fantasy Animation Romance Family

Cinderella has faith her dreams of a better life will come true. With help from her loyal mice friends and a wave of her Fairy Godmother's wand, Cinderella's rags are magically turned into a glorious gown and off she goes to the Royal Ball. But when the clock strikes midnight, the spell is broken, leaving a single glass slipper... the only key to the ultimate fairy-tale ending!

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SpuffyWeb
1950/02/22

Sadly Over-hyped

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Greenes
1950/02/23

Please don't spend money on this.

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Matrixiole
1950/02/24

Simple and well acted, it has tension enough to knot the stomach.

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Donald Seymour
1950/02/25

This is one of the best movies I’ve seen in a very long time. You have to go and see this on the big screen.

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merelyaninnuendo
1950/02/26

Cinderella 4 and a half out of 5Cinderella is latter an entertaining and morale tale, but first an essential tale that takes matter in hand unflinchingly and fuels it up with that particular single most ingredient which is narrowed down here to cultivation. Disney animation never fails to surprise the audience, especially on terms of its layered and though-provoking concept that is so deep and beautifully depicted, that it becomes difficult to grasp it all at once.The script is ahead of its time, as it contains parallel plot tracks and immensely pleasing side characters (even the pet dog of Cinderella has its own journey that creates although textbook, yet an amazing arc in its character) who are given just enough room as the protagonist or antagonist is allotted. Addition to that, the writing is so explicit that in its first act where the concept is just sinking in and setting its plot and characters, the writer takes a wise decision to project the side characters and their own routines or issues that they deal with as the actual concept takes place on the back drop of it. It is rich on technical aspects like choreography, sound department, songs, costume design and editing. The cinematography of the animation is as usual metaphorical and also speaks volume whilst depicting the characteristics of the characters. Cinderella is a smarter and bolder upbringing or the build-up of the peak of the script through its supportive characters and their keen sense of humor.

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samahyalmudena
1950/02/27

Cinderella is considered by everyone as one of the best films ever done by WDAS. With amazing animation and beautiful artwork, this movie is a visually stunning piece of art.The main character, Cinderella, is one of the strongest Disney female characters. You may not agree with me, but, from my point of view, anyone who is capable to keep her head up, while stuck in a hard situation, and still be nice and optimistic is a great role model.Furthermore, Cinderella is not just your average damsel in distress. Unlike Snow White and Aurora, she does not dream about love. She dreams indeed about her life getting better, but romantic love is not necessary for her. She wanted to go to the ball to have fun and because that was her right, not to marry the prince. In fact, she didn't even knew it was the prince the one with whom she had fallen in love.She is not as passive as some people believes she is. Some people complain that she never ran away, but seriously, what chances had a woman in the 18th century alone and without money? Running away wasn't an option. But she won't let her stepmother to take away her few rights. She demands Lady Tremaine to let her go to the ball, and doesn't hesitate to sass out Anastasia and Drizella. She works hard in order to fulfill the conditions her stepmother put to her, and is quite resourceful (no dress? I'll make one). She is just a victim of her circumstances.Lady Tremaine, without any magical powers nor musical number, is still one of Disney's best villains. Her cold, calculating, almost twisted personality is a effective menace to Cinderella.The King steals the show, provides comic relief without being over the top or annoying, and is a memorable and likable character. Same with the Grand Duke and the Fairy Godmother.With the exception of Prince Charming (or Henry), who may be a bit dull, the other side characters are funny and likable.The music numbers are quite good. Some funny songs (The Work Song, the iconic Bibbidi Bobbidi Boo), other are just lovely (So this is love, Sing Sweet Nightingale). On the whole, enjoyable.However, I must say, as a kid I never enjoyed Cinderella that much. To begin with, the mice have too much screen time, and most of those scenes are slow and don't really contribute to the plot.Also, it lacks scary/dark scenes. Not featuring any dark magic, warfare or dangerous situations, this film doesn't really have much action, and can get boring. However, this also make it suitable for toddlers and sensitive children, who might be scared by the more violent Disney movies.A good film, worth watching.

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Filipe Neto
1950/02/28

One of the great classics of Disney Studios, this film adapts to the film one of the most famous tales of Charles Perrault: Cinderella, the girl who lives on the shadow of a cruel stepmother and her two sisters. Directed by Clyde Geronimi, Wilfred Jackson and Hamilton Luske, the film was produced by Walt Disney himself and has an experienced cast of voice actors, animators and a great soundtrack, created by Mack David, that earned three appointments for the Oscars in the categories of Best Sound, Best Soundtrack and Best Original Song (for the song "Bibbidi-Bobbidi-Boo").Personally, I consider this one of the best films that Disney Studio presented before converting to digital animation. The film managed to capture the magic of the story and present it in the same way that we do for our children. The film exudes charm, largely thanks to the way the animals become active characters, assuming very human attitudes and characteristics, something that wasn't usual in the movies that time. Nevertheless, some characters were poorly designed, and the King is the most obvious case: he only cares about the need to have many grandchildren quickly, in a caricature of the importance that royalty give to the dynastic stability. This is the most negative review I do to this movie, that can easily make forget this little flaws at a glance.Currently, this film has been criticized due to the glamorous and very stereotypical way that presents the story. However, I consider this kind of criticism quite unfair. The mentalities has changed a lot since this film was shot. In fact, the story in which the film is based is also the honest but passive girl, far from pleasing the current feminism's of our culture of "woman-warriors", independent and sexualized. People cannot see this movie with the eyes of this time, but it does not remove merit to it.

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SnoopyStyle
1950/03/01

After her father's death, Cinderella lives under her cruel stepmother Lady Tremaine and her two mean daughters Drizella and Anastasia as their servant. She is kind to the small animals as they avoid Tremaine's cat Lucifer. The King is impatient for his only son to settle down. He arranges for a grand ball so that the prince may choose a bride. Cinderella is eager to attend. Tremaine promises to let her go if she finishes her chores and find a dress. They keep her busy so the little animals help her fix up her mother's gown. However, the stepsisters destroy the gown and she's left behind. Her fairy godmother comes to the rescue but her spell will be broken at midnight.The subject is a little old fashion but it is still plenty of fun. Cinderella is more pro-active than Snow White. She is a compelling character. She is kind-hearted and hard-working. The animals add a lot to this. The first half relies heavily on the mice. The music is light and fun. The songs are memorable. It's an iconic Disney animation and loads of fun overall.

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