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Enchanted (2007)

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Reviews Counted: 142 Fresh: 133  Rotten:9 Average Rating: 7.3/10
 
Consensus: Features witty dialogue, sharp animation, and a star turn by Amy Adams. A smart re-imagining of fairy tale tropes, Enchanted features witty dialogue, sharp animation, and a star turn by Amy Adams. Children and adults alike are sure to have smiles on their faces throughout the film. more
 
Rated: PG
Runtime: 1 hr 47 mins
Theatrical Release: 14-12-2007
Synopsis:
With a fine cast and fun in-jokes, Disney's ENCHANTED is sure to cast a spell over both children and adults. It begins with a 2-D animation sequence reminiscent of the company's beloved past. Surrounded by dozens of cute animals, Giselle (voiced and later played by Amy Adams) sings about her... [More]
With a fine cast and fun in-jokes, Disney's ENCHANTED is sure to cast a spell over both children and adults. It begins with a 2-D animation sequence reminiscent of the company's beloved past. Surrounded by dozens of cute animals, Giselle (voiced and later played by Amy Adams) sings about her desire to find her one true love. Meanwhile, a handsome prince (James Marsden) overhears her, and they meet and fall in love. In many Disney movies, this is where the story ends, but ENCHANTED is just starting out on its journey. The prince's wicked stepmother (Susan Sarandon) can't stand to lose her throne, so she pushes Giselle down a well, and the beauty ends up in the real world. Gone is the animated fantasy, and a live-action Giselle lands in the middle of Times Square in New York City. Her optimism and perkiness put her at odds with the New Yorkers she encounters, but she gets help from a cynical divorce lawyer (Patrick Dempsey) as she waits for her prince to rescue her. Fans of Disney classics from SLEEPING BEAUTY to BEAUTY AND THE BEAST will be glad to see their favorite films referenced in ENCHANTED. Jodi Benson (the voice of Ariel in THE LITTLE MERMAID) makes a brief appearance, and the evil queen threatens to kill Giselle with a poisoned apple à la SNOW WHITE. Though it reminds the audience of past favorites, ENCHANTED boasts its own script that is at once intelligent and heartwarming. But the true highlight of the film is the acting by the fairy tale couple. Marsden (HAIRSPRAY) couldn't be funnier as the charming prince, while Adams (an Oscar nominee for 2005's JUNEBUG) gives dimension to the heroine. As a result, ENCHANTED is a film that deserves to sit on a shelf with Disney's classics. [Less]

Genre: Childrens

Starring: Amy Adams, Patrick Dempsey, James Marsden, Susan Sarandon, Timothy Spall

Director: Kevin Lima
Screenwriter: Bill Kelly
Producer: Barry Sonnenfeld, Barry Josephson
Composer: Alan Menken

DVD Info

Release:

Jun 3, 2009

[DVD Details]

Blu-ray Features:

  • Widescreen

Additional Release Material:

  • Bloopers
  • Deleted Scenes
  • Featurette - 3 Behind the Scenes Featurettes

Interactive Features:

  • Exclusive to Disney Blu-ray: The D-Files - Discover All The Hidden References To Classic Disney Films In This Fun And Rewarding Challenge

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The perfect family film for the festive season.

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01/22/08 02:44 AM
Simon Thompson
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The animated sequences are disappointingly flat, the real-life parts underwritten, but Amy Adams works hard and keeps a straight face in the lead, and the time passes amiably enough.

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12/14/07 10:09 AM
Robert Hanks
Independent
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A triumphant return to form.

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12/14/07 09:59 AM
David Gritten
Daily Telegraph
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The comic possibilities, once floated, eventually capsize.

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12/14/07 09:40 AM
Nigel Andrews
Financial Times
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Overhyped family movie covered in a cellophane shrink-wrap of corporate Disney plastic-ness.

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12/14/07 08:57 AM
Peter Bradshaw
Guardian [UK]
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Beginning like the classic animated stories, with a beautiful princess being rescued by a handsome prince, it raises a laugh immediately with a brilliant send-up of the saccharin duets the young lovers usually sing.

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12/14/07 08:39 AM
Sun Online
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Susan Sarandon is terrific as the Evil Queen; Timothy Spall pops up like a well-used wart; and James Marsden is the terrifically thick and handsome Prince.

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12/14/07 08:29 AM
James Christopher
Times [UK]
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Kicking off as a traditional 2-D animation before transforming into live animation when we hit the Big Apple, the film's title doesn't quite describe the film's likely effect on adults, but girls aged six-12 are sure to love it.

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12/14/07 08:19 AM
David Edwards
Daily Mirror [UK]
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It's not quite as enchanted or magical as it could have been, but this family romp still manages to be good fun, and is lifted by fantastic turns from Amy Adams and James Marsden.

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12/14/07 04:05 AM
Saxon Bullock
Channel 4 Film
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Enchanting, fantastic fun for all the family.

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12/14/07 03:50 AM
Christopher Tookey
Daily Mail [UK]
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Subversive enough for older brother, sweet enough for kid sis, this cine-panto’s a safe if not spectacular choice for a Chrimbo family outing. The cartoon chipmunk almost steals it, but Adams’ dippy dazzle is the movie’s heart, soul and lungs.

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12/13/07 08:54 AM
Matthew Leyland
Total Film
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It’s only when the story hits the streets of NYC and Adams starts hamming it up (much like Julie Hagerty did in ‘Airplane’) that we start seeing the fruits of a grand Mickey-take.

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12/13/07 08:17 AM
Derek Adams
Time Out
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Enchanted? You will be.

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12/13/07 07:10 AM
Tim Evans
Sky Movies
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For the most part this is a perky delight that takes a cheeky glee in biting the gloved hand that feeds.

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12/11/07 03:15 AM
Neil Smith
BBC
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The dedicated fairy tale fan will have tons of fun spotting all the references. Adams, meanwhile, gives one of the comedy performances of the year.

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12/04/07 12:16 PM
Olly Richards
Empire Magazine
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This witty romantic romp playfully spins its story with the required cuteness constantly subverted by a very sharp script.

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10/27/07 03:33 AM
Rich Cline
Shadows on the Wall
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Enchanted is an enjoyable comedy with several hilarious gags and a genuinely charming performance from Amy Adams. Worth seeing.

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10/20/07 03:34 AM
Matthew Turner
ViewLondon
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[T]hink of it as The Purple Rose of Cairo for kids.

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05/01/08 05:19 PM
Alonso Duralde
MSNBC
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04/25/08 03:15 AM
JoBlo
JoBlo's Movie Emporium
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It may not win over diehard Disney haters, and it doesn't qualify as great filmmaking, but I bet kids will be enjoying this one for decades to come.

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04/08/08 04:56 PM
Brian Webster
Apollo Guide
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