Cinderella (Special Edition) [1950]

Amazon.co.uk Review

Worry not, Disney fans--this special edition DVD of the beloved Cinderella won't turn into a pumpkin at the strike of midnight. One of the most enduring animated films of all time, the Disney-fied adaptation of the gory Brothers Grimm fairy tale became a classic in its own right, thanks to some memorable tunes (including "A Dream Is a Wish Your Heart Makes," "Bibbidi-Bobbidi-Boo," and the title song) and some endearingly cute comic relief.

We all know the story--the wicked stepmother and stepsisters simply won't have it, this uppity Cinderella thinking she's going to a ball designed to find the handsome prince an appropriate sweetheart, but perseverance, animal buddies, and a well-timed entrance by a fairy godmother make sure things turn out all right. There are a few striking sequences of pure animation--for example, Cinderella is reflected in bubbles drifting through the air--and the design is rich and evocative throughout. It's a simple story padded here agreeably with comic business, particularly Cinderella's rodent pals (dressed up conspicuously like the dwarf sidekicks of another famous Disney heroine) and their misadventures with a wretched cat named Lucifer. There's also much harrumphing and exposition spouting by the King and the Grand Duke. It's a much simpler and more graceful work than the more frenetically paced animated films of today, which makes it simultaneously quaint and highly gratifying. --David Kronke, Amazon.com

Customer Reviews:

Your Dreams Can Come True.......2006-06-21

In this Disney-version of the classic tale - mice, birds and a faithful dog all help to make Cinderella's dreams come true.

Yes, Cinderella's Fairy Godmother does make an appearance but there are many other characters to enjoy as well.

The story is nicely-paced and the quality of the animation - now that it has been digitally restored is at times breathtaking.

There are some great songs throughout the film and the dialogue & characterisations are strong enough to keep Mum & Dad interested as well as give lots of enjoyment to the kids.

Our 3-year old daughter's shoes are now called "glass slippers" plus "bibbidy-bobbidy-boo" and "we can do it" are some of her favourite catchphrases.

As an expert in watching children's DVDs over and over again - this stands up as one of the best. Thoroughly recommended.

very magical.......2006-05-26

well what can i say its disney!! you know that its good as it has been remasterd it brings this cartoon feature film back to life and there are some really interesting dvd extras that really go in depth on how the feature was made. although cinderella is not completly my cup of tea you gotta love those mice!!! and as it is disney you have got to have it. disney fans it is a must

Cinderella.......2006-03-28

Some good re-touches and some excellent original animation bring breathes some life and humour into a classic kids story. Reccomended.

Disney Classic for all the Family.......2006-01-20

This classic fairytail was imortalised beautifully by Disney years ago and is now availible on DVD. The animation is fabulous and the story is timeless, this combined with a splendid soundtrack including the favourites "A Dream is a Wish your Heart makes" and upbeat "Bibiti bobbity boo" make this a great classic for all the family.

Magical.......2005-11-16

In an effort to revive his sagging animation department, Walt Disney turned once again to a fairy tale. This time around, he chose one of the best known and oldest of them all, Cinderella.

The tale is familiar. A beautiful girl is abused by her stepmother and stepsisters and forced to work as their slave. When a ball is given for all the eligible maidens in the kingdom, Cinderella dreams of going too, only to have her hopes dashed at the last minute. With a gift of magic, she is able to go, but only until the stroke of midnight.

The story is so well known, if fact, that any story about an underdog coming from behind and winning is called a Cinderella story. Disney's job here was to make the story entertaining for 75 minutes. The solution here was creating the animals. Mice Jaq and Gus and their constant struggle against the evil cat Lucifer is funny and tying this sub-plot to the ultimate outcome is brilliant. The other standout character is the stepmother who is frighteningly evil with no super powers.

As with any Disney movie, this one also has great songs. Arguably the best known is "Bibbidi-Bobbidi-Boo." Right behind it is "A Dream is a Wish Your Heart Makes." My favorite, however, is the often overlooked love song "So This is Love."

While not the best release in the Platinum series, it still stacks up well. The movie has been restored, and it looks great to me. I'm not a nitpicker, but I can't find any problems with the full frame picture, the original aspect ratio. There is an enhanced 5.1 home theater mix, which doesn't seem quite as impressive as some other releases. It seems more like the sound coming equally from all speakers. Of course, given the age of the film, there probably isn't much more they could do. For purists, there is an original soundtrack on the disc as well.

The extras in this set seem to be split between content for kids and adults, with the kids winning. Disc one includes a new version of "A Dream is a Wish" with the stars of several Disney Channel series. It also has several "Cinderella stories" in sports moments, a weird feature to me. Disc two includes several features about living like a princess.

Also on disc two are the bonus features adult fans of this movie will want to watch. There are two "deleted scenes," which are really abandoned songs with the storyboards created for them. In edition there are more abandoned songs with no storyboards on here. It's pretty interesting watching how various ideas went from one form to another before finally making it into the movie. Other extras include a thirty-eight minute documentary about the creation of the show, including achieved interviews with the animators behind the show. We are also treated to an overview of how the movie progressed over the years it was in development, a tribute to the "Nine Old Men," Disney's "Laugh-O-Gram" version of the story from 1922, and radio promotion from the time. I was thrilled to see trailers from the movie's multiple releases here. Unfortunately, there is no commentary in sight.

Customer Reviews:

Classic animation - a must for pre-teen girls.......2005-10-27

Although the original triple Oscar nominated Walt Disney classic animation film dates from 1950, the 'sequel' Cinderalla II is only a few years old. The original Cinderella is naturally in a different league to Cinderella II, having a particularly dark Stepmother and in comparison is a visual treat. It's not unlike Disney's Snow White, mixing humour and songs one minute with dastardly deeds the next. In many scene's the stepmother's cat becomes the villain in proxy, made more menacing as Cinderella's friends are mainly mice and birds.

My daughter, then 8, found the 50's classic a bit scary and much prefers the later frothier Cinderella II, which follows Cinders naive attempts to be a dutiful wife and all round Princess of the People. In fact the simple stories in Cinderella II are quite entertaining, and it follows Cinders attempt 'fit in' at court and to help her stepsister find love. At 11 my daughter moved on to 'The worst Witch' and the likes of Cadet Kelly teen movies, but to be honest she has probably just watched Cinderella I and II to death. Deep down I'm sure she still really loves the 'I'm a little princess' and 'Some day my prince will come' romanticism of these movies. There is a now a third 'straight to video' instalment in the Disney Cinderella series called 'Cinderella III: A twist in time' which my daughter (now 13) has quite enjoyed watching a couple of times, and the wicked stepmother is still as bovine as ever - this 'film' is also available on DVD, but isn't included in this set. Of the three, Cinderella II is still my daughters firm favourite. This DVD set also adds in a few fun extras, all listed in the Amazon review, and the usual few adverts for other Disney DVDs.

Personally I prefer the classic 50's original Cinderella (which I saw at the cinema as a child in the 60's), but certainly I found Cinders II watchable as well - it has a certain charm (but it's not quite up to the standard of Barbie's Nutcracker, Rapunzel or Swan Lake). So recommended as a very good buy for any preteen girl who likes Barbie and Pink (probably from 4 up). My son (now 9) has sat through them once or twice in sister's bedroom when younger, but definately prefers the likes of the Fantastic Four and Sky High (or the PS2).

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Cinderella [1950] (REGION 1) (NTSC)
Starring: Ilene Woods , Eleanor Audley , Verna Felton , Claire Du Brey , and Rhoda Williams
Director: Wilfred Jackson , and Clyde Geronimi
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Stunning.....................2007-05-26

An abosolute stunnah I loved every second of this dvd which is a true heartwarming story of evil,love and final happiness. Cinderella is and incredible story and my 2nd favourite disney film of all time (sleeping beauty being the firstxx) It was stunning...x

Timeless Classic.......2004-07-05

Excellent movie, just how you remember it the first time you saw it, the animation is just the same, and the songs are just as enjoyable.

A brilliant buy if you're after the originals, which are rare these days. Come on, how can anyone forget cute little Gus-Gus??

Go buy it!

fantastic service.......2004-07-04

Cinderella is one of the best timeless classics that appeal to all ages and I couldn't wait to buy the DVD for my daughters, but I was told by a local store that it wouldn't be released on DVD for some time so I had to settle for the video. I was dissapointed but when I received my video from this seller I was pleasantly surprised! It was the digitally remastered copy still in its celaphane wrapper with the disney hologram and the quality is GREAT! Next time I need to buy a video I know exactly where to go.

Cartoon.......2004-02-08

This Cartoon is the one of the best Cartoon a Disney have made of all time. I sawe this film when i was 11.
And i newer forget her. And for my part i thing this is the best film a Walt Disney made.

true classic.......2003-11-16

firstly i would like to start by saying this is the best disney movie yet...who does not remember this movie as a childhood memory? i certainly do and as an adult i am still a disney maniac
,this film is a true disney masterpiece oozing that walt disney touch we all know and love,especially the characters.and lets face it, we are all suckers for a happy ending arent we?This film displays a classics happy ending.For me if you are a disney fan then count this as a film for adults or the kids!!!!an absolute must have in your disney colection at a bargain price...definatly worth every penny.

Walt Disney's Cinderella [1950] (REGION 1) (NTSC)

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Stunning..............
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fantastic service
Cartoon
true classic

Walt Disney's Cinderella [1950] (REGION 1) (NTSC)
Starring: Ilene Woods , Eleanor Audley , Verna Felton , Claire Du Brey , and Rhoda Williams
Director: Wilfred Jackson , and Clyde Geronimi
Manufacturer: Walt Disney Video
ProductGroup: DVD
Binding: DVD

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ASIN: B0007Z9R70
Release Date: 2005-10-04

Customer Reviews:

Stunning.....................2007-05-26

Timeless Classic.......2004-07-05

Excellent movie, just how you remember it the first time you saw it, the animation is just the same, and the songs are just as enjoyable.

A brilliant buy if you're after the originals, which are rare these days. Come on, how can anyone forget cute little Gus-Gus??

Go buy it!

fantastic service.......2004-07-04

Cartoon.......2004-02-08

This Cartoon is the one of the best Cartoon a Disney have made of all time. I sawe this film when i was 11.
And i newer forget her. And for my part i thing this is the best film a Walt Disney made.

true classic.......2003-11-16

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