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Enchanted (2007)

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Reviews Counted:154

Fresh:142

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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10/10

Simon Thompson

The perfect family film for the festive season.

Full Review Source: | comment Comment | Jan., 22 2008 02:44 AM

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3/5

Robert Hanks

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: | comment Comment | Dec., 14 2007 10:09 AM

Independent

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David Gritten

A triumphant return to form.

Full Review Source: | comment Comment | Dec., 14 2007 09:59 AM

Daily Telegraph

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Nigel Andrews

The comic possibilities, once floated, eventually capsize.

Full Review Source: | comment Comment | Dec., 14 2007 09:40 AM

Financial Times

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2/5

Peter Bradshaw

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

Full Review Source: | comment 8 Comments | Dec., 14 2007 08:57 AM

Guardian [UK]

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5/5

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: | comment Comment | Dec., 14 2007 08:39 AM

Sun Online

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4/5

James Christopher

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: | comment Comment | Dec., 14 2007 08:29 AM

Times [UK]

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3/5

David Edwards

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: | comment Comment | Dec., 14 2007 08:19 AM

Daily Mirror [UK]

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3.5/5

Saxon Bullock

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: | comment Comment | Dec., 14 2007 04:05 AM

Channel 4 Film

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Christopher Tookey

Enchanting, fantastic fun for all the family.

Full Review Source: | comment Comment | Dec., 14 2007 03:50 AM

Daily Mail [UK]

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3/5

Matthew Leyland

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: | comment Comment | Dec., 13 2007 08:54 AM

Total Film

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4/6

Derek Adams

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: | comment 1 Comment | Dec., 13 2007 08:17 AM

Time Out

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3/5

Tim Evans

Enchanted? You will be.

Full Review Source: | comment Comment | Dec., 13 2007 07:10 AM

Sky Movies

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3/5

Neil Smith

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

Full Review Source: | comment Comment | Dec., 11 2007 03:15 AM

BBC

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3/5

Olly Richards

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: | comment Comment | Dec., 04 2007 12:16 PM

Empire Magazine

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Full Review Source: | comment Comment | Dec., 01 2007 03:28 AM

Screen International

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4/5

Rich Cline

This witty romantic romp playfully spins its story with the required cuteness constantly subverted by a very sharp script.

Full Review Source: | comment Comment | Oct., 27 2007 03:33 AM

Shadows on the Wall

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3/5

Matthew Turner

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

Full Review Source: | comment Comment | Oct., 20 2007 03:34 AM

ViewLondon

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3/4

Mike Scott

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

Full Review Source: | comment Comment | Oct., 23 2009 06:02 AM

Times-Picayune

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2/4

Walter Chaw

Inaugurates an entirely new demographic into the formula machination of the chick-flick (marital edition).

Full Review Source: | comment Comment | Jul., 12 2009 08:07 PM

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June 25, 2008: A dark fairy tale turned contemporary urban romance tossing together time zones and centuries, and animation and real humans with mixed-company kid fare. Time will tell, depending upon the zone of preference. Opens in new window
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June 20, 2008: Academy Limits Oscar Song Noms to Two Per Film Opens in new window
Thanks to a new rule change by the Academy, films will no longer be allowed to have more than two songs nominated for an Oscar. More...

May 06, 2008: 2008 MTV Movie Award Nominations Announced
It's almost time to hand out some golden popcorn -- the nominations for the 2008 MTV Movie Awards have been announced! More...

April 22, 2008: Disney Is Still Enchanted Opens in new window
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