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Rating:  - Another great Disney classic
"Aladdin" is about Aladdin, a street dweller who has dreams that one day he will find peace and not have to live the life he's living being a thief. He finds Jasmine and falls in love at once, but there's one problem. Jasmine is a princess and only a prince can marry her. Jasmine is plagued by the law that says she has to marry a prince and she wants to see the world. She's tired of being stuck inside the castle all the time. Aladdin has to find a way to get to Jasmine, but all he has is his mischievous monkey friend Abu and, oh yeah, the Genie. There's also a mean sorcerer, Jafar, who might give Aladdin even a greater challenge. "Aladdin" is a great movie in every way. It tells a great story of how being yourself is sometimes the best thing to do. The Genie gives the movie a lot of playful humor. All the characters are interesting and the movie has some great effects and graphics. Also, the songs are perfect for the movie, especially "A Whole New World." The movie ranges from humorous such as with the Genie's antics, to exciting such as the carpet ride through a place that is self-destructing. If you like Disney movies or if you know somebody in your family that does, I recommend getting "Aladdin."
Rating: - Wonderful! Spectacular! Sheer fun!
Aladdin is a triumph for disney. Along with Lion King, this is one of my favorite movies of all time. I loved the Genie, voiced by Robin Williams, and his humorous antics and impersonations. I couldn't stop humming along with the songs as they played. The animations is spectacular for a disney movie. I couldn't stop laughing at the scene where the Genie says, "...Jafar, Jafar, he's our man, if he can't do it..GREAT!"And I loved how Iago was the perfect foil to Jafar, a serious villain. I also enjoyed the love story that unravels around Aladdin and Jasmine. Jasmine is the girl that every guy wants, and Aladdin is the sweet, handsome young man that every girl dreams of. I also enjoyed the personifications of the carpet, and his expressions. Gilbert Godfried was the perfect voice for Iago. I love everything about this movie, and can't wait 'till it comes out on DVD. I've heard that it comes out in 2004. I guarantee I'll be one of the first people to place an advanced order on Amazon.com for this DVD. I loved it!
Rating: - It's a hit!
One of Disney's better "late release" animation films, proving once again that the studio can still produce the magic.I'm basing this review from the VHS tape version (since the DVD is not released yet), however, I believe Disney Studios will probably continue to follow the path they've set with other DVD releases -- that is, look for a straight VHS to DVD transfer. You'll get the film, but little else. Naturally, the DVD will outlast a VHS tape and the quality of both the picture and sound should be higher. On the movie, it's a great rendition of the tales of 1,001 Arabian Nights (with Disney's own plot and characterizations) which will entertain members of the entire family. Robin Williams does an exceptionally fine job as the voice of the Genie -- giving him comic personality and wit. The storey line is a good one and is followed by two 'add-on' sequels ('Return of Jafar' and 'King of Thieves'), both worth purchasing when they become available (Williams is missing from 'Return', but back for 'Thieves'). The film's music is top rate and in line with many of their earlier successful animations (The Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Beast). All in all, a worthwhile purchase for your home library. Children and adults will enjoy this one for decades to come. ~P~
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