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If you’re looking for signs that the modern-day Disney has lost neither its touch nor its savvy nature, then there’s evidence in abundance in the smart modern-day fairy tale Enchanted. Bookended by the kind of old-style animation the studio is rightly famed for, the main, live action segment of the film finds Amy Adams’ Giselle--an archetypal Disney princess in pretty much every sense--dropped slap bang into the middle of modern day New York.
What follows is ingenious fun, as Giselle walks round very much as a fish out of water, followed quickly by James Marsden’s prince who attempts to come to the rescue. Thing is, modern day New York and old style princesses don’t really mix, and Enchanted studiously mines the comedy of the scenario, thanks to a smart and witty script.
What also lifts Enchanted though are the delightful tips of the hat to classics of Disney old. And we’re not just talking the show-stopping numbers: there are references to the likes of Beauty and the Beast, Snow White and Sleeping Beauty to be found here, and a star-making performance from Adams powering the whole film forward.
One of the very best family movies of 2007, Enchanted does occasionally stumble through the odd twee moment (and it could really use a villain with more screen time than Susan Sarandon’s wicked stepmother gets), but that can’t hide the fact that it’s terrific fun, lavishly made and, at its best, quite brilliant. A modern day family classic, and great to see Disney once again delivering the kind of entertainment it excels at. --Simon Brew
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An animated fairy tale meets modern, live-action comedy. The story follows the beautiful princess Giselle (Amy Adams) who is banished by an evil queen (Susan Sarandon) from her magical, musical animated land and finds herself in the gritty reality of the streets of modern-day Manhattan. Shocked by this strange new environment that doesn't operate on a 'happily ever after' basis, Giselle is now adrift in a chaotic world badly in need of enchantment. But when Giselle begins to fall in love with a charmingly flawed divorce lawyer (Patrick Dempsey) who has come to her aid - even though she is already promised to a perfect fairy tale prince back home - she has to wonder: Can a storybook view of romance survive in the real world?
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21 of 21 people found the following review helpful
By M. Bristo
Format:DVD
My young daughter dragged me to see this film without me really knowing too much about it. As soon as the film starts, you are immediately taken in by it and absorbed into the story. The special effects are simply outstanding and the coming together of the make believe with the real world is extremely clever.
The story has all the elements of a modern classic including the song and dance. I cannot recommend this film highly enough, and will certainly bag my copy on DVD.
The story has all the elements of a modern classic including the song and dance. I cannot recommend this film highly enough, and will certainly bag my copy on DVD.
22 of 23 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
I have seen this film twice with my 5 year old daughter and loved it both times. I love New York so it helped that it was set there! The acting, the storyline, the fairytale element was all excellent and was very funny throughout. Will definately be buying this film and I am not sure if its for my daughter or myself, would recommend to anyone with children or adults who like a silly, comical fairytale.
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
By Film Buff
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Format:Blu-ray
Five stars all the way. Disney are proving that they're the company to beat when it comes to the next gen format. Almost all of their releases so far have been flawless. From the great Ratatouile, the 3D like image on High School Musical and the the stunning Pirates (Black Pearl) they have raised the bar for picture and sound quality. This release is no different. Enchanted is as close to perfect as you can get - the picture leaps of the screen and the sound drags you into the experience. The film itself is fantastic fun for adults and children. The story shows what happens when an animated princess wakes up in modern day New York (as the not so animated Amy Adams) Amy is incredible in this movie - she makes you believe that she's stepped out of a Disney cartoon! I can't recommend this to you enough. One of the top five Blu-rays available for picture and sound quality!
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Such a beautiful fairytale..
I absolutely love this film! I've got my boyfriend into it too! :) I recommend this film to everyone because; It arrived quickly, it's affordable, it's a beautiful fairytale with a... Read more
Published 1 day ago by Katie
5.0 out of 5 stars
Lovely family film
Really nice songs and great messages throughout the film. Safe to watch for all ages I'd say. One of those where you'll end up humming tunes for the rest of the day though...
Published 14 days ago by Daniel Abbatt
5.0 out of 5 stars
very good for all
Watched this with my kids and it had all loving this film to the end . I Evan lent it to my mum who loved it as well
Published 20 days ago by Dobbo
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BING SINGS BUT WALT DISNEY...
Cute and funny - Amy Adams will enchant singing traditional but ironic Disney songs... why do they use the same tune for them all?
Published 1 month ago by D. T. Hunter
5.0 out of 5 stars
Fantastic Film
Loved this film as soon as I watched, on television over Christmas and reminded me that I had to add to my collection, great wee family film.
Published 1 month ago by weemags0
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Never too old for Disney magic.
I really enjoy this movie and how the Disney true love interweaves with cynical reality. Any little girls will love Princess Giselle and Prince Edward will appeal to little boys. Read more
Published 1 month ago by JB
5.0 out of 5 stars
Magical
Wonderful combination of cartoon and real film and computer generated graphics. An "Enchanting" film with some of the cartoon Disney tricks brought into real life. e.g. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Fliss
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Enchanting
Bought as a present for the grand kids but we found enchaning when we sat to watch with them so not as expected
Published 2 months ago by Ladlar
1.0 out of 5 stars
Would not play
I was incredibly disappointed with this purchase. The description sad the DVD was "very good" but, not only was the box broken, the DVD would not play at all.. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Leigh-Anne Burr
4.0 out of 5 stars
Beware!
This is a funny and imaginative tale for children and parents and my 4 year old loves it. However, the finale is actually quite sinister (slightly out of keeping with the rest of... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Richard Holliday
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