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Enchanted (2007)

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Reviews Counted:155

Fresh:143

Rotten:12

Average Rating:7.3/10

Consensus: 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.

Rated: PG [See Full Rating] for some scary images and mild innuendo.

Runtime: 1 hr 47 mins

Genre: Childrens

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.... 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. [More]

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

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

Director: Kevin Lima

Director: Kevin Lima
Screenwriter: Bill Kelly
Producer: Barry Sonnenfeld, Barry Josephson
Composer: Alan Menken
Studio: Buena Vista Pictures

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The perfect family film for the festive season.

Full Review Source: Heart 106.2 | comment Comment
01/22/08
Simon Thompson
Simon Thompson
Heart 106.2

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.

Full Review Source: Independent | comment Comment
12/14/07
Robert Hanks
Robert Hanks
Independent

A triumphant return to form.

Full Review Source: Daily Telegraph | comment Comment
12/14/07
David Gritten
David Gritten
Daily Telegraph
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The comic possibilities, once floated, eventually capsize.

Full Review Source: Financial Times | comment Comment
12/14/07
Nigel Andrews
Nigel Andrews
Financial Times

Overhyped family movie covered in a cellophane shrink-wrap of corporate Disney plastic-ness.

Full Review Source: Guardian [UK] | comment 8 Comments
12/14/07
Peter Bradshaw
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.

Full Review Source: Sun Online | comment Comment
12/14/07
Sun Online

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.

Full Review Source: Times [UK] | comment Comment
12/14/07
James Christopher
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.

Full Review Source: Daily Mirror [UK] | comment Comment
12/14/07
David Edwards
David Edwards
Daily Mirror [UK]

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.

Full Review Source: Film4 | comment Comment
12/14/07
Saxon Bullock
Saxon Bullock
Film4
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Enchanting, fantastic fun for all the family.

Full Review Source: Daily Mail [UK] | comment Comment
12/14/07
Christopher Tookey
Christopher Tookey
Daily Mail [UK]

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.

Full Review Source: Total Film | comment Comment
12/13/07
Matthew Leyland
Matthew Leyland
Total Film

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.

Full Review Source: Time Out | comment 1 Comment
12/13/07
Derek Adams
Derek Adams
Time Out
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Enchanted? You will be.

Full Review Source: Sky Movies | comment Comment
12/13/07
Tim Evans
Tim Evans
Sky Movies

For the most part this is a perky delight that takes a cheeky glee in biting the gloved hand that feeds.

Full Review Source: BBC | comment Comment
12/11/07
Neil Smith
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.

Full Review Source: Empire Magazine | comment Comment
12/04/07
Olly Richards
Olly Richards
Empire Magazine
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12/01/07
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11/17/07
Paul Greenwood
Paul Greenwood
Future Movies UK

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
Rich Cline
Rich Cline
Shadows on the Wall

Enchanted is an enjoyable comedy with several hilarious gags and a genuinely charming performance from Amy Adams. Worth seeing.

Full Review Source: ViewLondon | comment Comment
10/20/07
Matthew Turner
Matthew Turner
ViewLondon

Disney offers a delightfully affectionate, and surprisingly entertaining, parody of its own traditions.

Full Review Source: Times-Picayune | comment Comment
10/23/09
Mike Scott
Mike Scott
Times-Picayune
 
 
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