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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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Full Review Source: Decent Films Guide | comment 1 Comment
10/29/08
Steven D. Greydanus
Steven D. Greydanus
Decent Films Guide

Though the film is full of allusions to the Disney canon, they are generally unobtrusive echoes rather than eager satires. This is a children's movie at which adults are also welcome, not a cartoon for grownups.

Full Review Source: New Republic | comment Comment
09/22/08
Christopher Orr
Christopher Orr
New Republic

It is rare for me to use a term like 'magical' to describe a film, but this movie deserves it.

Full Review Source: 7M Pictures | comment Comment
08/17/08
Kevin Carr
Kevin Carr
7M Pictures

...an admittedly overlong yet thoroughly engaging effort that brings a fresh spin to the old fish-out-of-water formula.

Full Review Source: Reel Film Reviews | comment Comment
07/31/08
David Nusair
David Nusair
Reel Film Reviews

Disney's self-mocking combination of animation and live-action is not without its charm, but so slim is the satire that the result comes dangerously close to resembling a cheap imitation by a moderately talented wannabe.

Full Review Source: Cinefantastique | comment 2 Comments
07/10/08
Steve Biodrowski
Steve Biodrowski
Cinefantastique

Its gimmick allows, in our post-ironic era, big musical production numbers in Central Park

Full Review Source: Movie Habit | comment Comment
05/22/08
Marty Mapes
Marty Mapes
Movie Habit

There is no doubt about it - Amy Adams is the sole reason Walt Disney Pictures' "Enchanted" is so, well, enchanting.

Full Review Source: Watertown Daily Times | comment Comment
05/20/08
Adam Tobias
Adam Tobias
Watertown Daily Times

[T]hink of it as The Purple Rose of Cairo for kids.

Full Review Source: MSNBC | comment Comment
05/01/08
Alonso Duralde
Alonso Duralde
MSNBC

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Full Review Source: JoBlo's Movie Emporium | comment Comment
04/25/08
JoBlo
JoBlo
JoBlo's Movie Emporium

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.

Full Review Source: Apollo Guide | comment Comment
04/08/08
Brian Webster
Brian Webster
Apollo Guide
N/R

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Full Review Source: Boxoffice Magazine | comment Comment
04/03/08
Boxoffice Magazine

Enchanted is, indeed, enchanting.

Full Review Source: DVDTown.com | comment Comment
03/18/08
John J. Puccio
John J. Puccio
DVDTown.com

Chock full of intriguing twists and turns, plus many memorable musical numbers, this instant Disney classic is a pleasant escape that's fun for young and old.

Full Review Source: NewsBlaze | comment Comment
03/15/08
Kam Williams
Kam Williams
NewsBlaze

This modern-day, partly animated fairy tale is a cheery love story, yes, but it's also a little Scream and a lot of Hairspray, cleverly sending up its shamelessly feel-good genre yet sending you off with a fizzy high nonetheless.

Full Review Source: Washington City Paper | comment Comment
03/06/08
Tricia Olszewski
Tricia Olszewski
Washington City Paper

It has a chance to be a real crowd pleaser, but unfortunately it zeros in on its core audience, which is 8- to 12-year-old girls

Full Review Source: The Scorecard Review | comment Comment
03/04/08
Jeff Bayer
Jeff Bayer
The Scorecard Review

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Full Review Source: Time Out New York | comment Comment
01/18/08
David Fear
David Fear
Time Out New York

All the fairy-taley wrap-up is decidedly less wonderful than young Morgan's insight and gumption. Surrounded by calculated Disnifications, she's both imperfect and convincing.

Full Review Source: PopMatters | comment Comment
01/17/08
Cynthia Fuchs
Cynthia Fuchs
PopMatters
N/R

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Full Review Source: Dark Horizons | comment Comment
01/15/08
Garth Franklin
Garth Franklin
Dark Horizons

It's Adams who casts the spell.

Full Review Source: Cinema Signals | comment Comment
01/14/08
Jules Brenner
Jules Brenner
Cinema Signals
N/R

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Full Review Source: Sydney Morning Herald | comment Comment
01/04/08
Sydney Morning Herald
 
 
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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
Surprise! Talks are under way for a sequel to the Amy Adams and Patrick Dempsey hit Enchanted! More...

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