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Cinderella

Play trailer 1:06 Poster for Cinderella PG 2015 1h 45m Kids & Family Fantasy Romance Play Trailer Watchlist
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After her father unexpectedly dies, young Ella (Lily James) finds herself at the mercy of her cruel stepmother (Cate Blanchett) and stepsisters, who reduce her to scullery maid. Despite her circumstances, she refuses to despair. An invitation to a palace ball gives Ella hope that she might reunite with the dashing stranger (Richard Madden) she met in the woods, but her stepmother prevents her from going. Help arrives in the form of a kindly beggar woman who has a magic touch for ordinary things.
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Refreshingly traditional in a revisionist era, Kenneth Branagh's Cinderella proves Disney hasn't lost any of its old-fashioned magic.

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Jason Bailey Flavorwire 05/28/2016
It's such a rote recitation of a story we've heard a thousand times that it's hard to imagine why on earth they're telling it to us again. Go to Full Review
Emily St. James Vox 12/17/2015
2/5
A good story can cover up all manner of sins. But that ball gown is indicative of the film's whole approach - covering a thin, needlessly bloated story with beautiful surfaces. Go to Full Review
Chris Stuckmann ChrisStuckmann.com 04/17/2015
B
If the young girl who sat in front of me is to speak for children everywhere, they are going to adore this film. Go to Full Review
Brian Eggert Deep Focus Review 06/21/2022
2/4
There are moments of CGI animal nonsense that seem to exist completely separate from the live-action beauty Branagh has created, and that awkward juxtaposition leaves the entire film feeling uneven, at times admirable, and at others condemnable. Go to Full Review
Therese Lacson Nerdophiles 10/09/2021
4/5
There really is no other word to describe this film other than enchanting. Go to Full Review
Hosea Rupprecht Pauline Media Studies 08/12/2021
Besides being a wonderful example of what it means to truly forgive, the film shows how much influence parents have in their children's life. Go to Full Review
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Kalissa H. @kali_416 Nov 24 I enjoyed it. It was well done compared to other live adaptations. See more America V Nov 20 Best Cinderella live actin See more Zema K Nov 3 Disney’s Cinderella is a visually stunning, emotionally sincere retelling of the classic fairy tale. Lily James shines as the kind-hearted Ella, while Cate Blanchett adds depth to the villainous stepmother. With dazzling costumes, heartfelt performances, and a message of courage and kindness, it’s a faithful and enchanting update that embraces old-fashioned charm. See more Alexander S Oct 20 Cinderella is a glass slipper that doesn't quite fit. While it's visually stunning, the film lacks the fairy tale magic that made the original Disney animated film a beloved classic. With a bit more attention to the elements that made the animated film memorable, this live-action remake could have been a real treat. Grading: C See more Michael S Jul 24 Watched it a couple of times now and still loving it! Lily James really is the best cast for this! See more Jeoel P Jul 16 Loved it! That's all I have to say. One of my most favorite movies; I rewatch it a lot. See more Read all reviews
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Synopsis After her father unexpectedly dies, young Ella (Lily James) finds herself at the mercy of her cruel stepmother (Cate Blanchett) and stepsisters, who reduce her to scullery maid. Despite her circumstances, she refuses to despair. An invitation to a palace ball gives Ella hope that she might reunite with the dashing stranger (Richard Madden) she met in the woods, but her stepmother prevents her from going. Help arrives in the form of a kindly beggar woman who has a magic touch for ordinary things.
Director
Kenneth Branagh
Producer
Simon Kinberg, Allison Shearmur, David Barron
Screenwriter
Chris Weitz
Distributor
Walt Disney
Production Co
Kinberg Genre, Beaglepug, Allison Shearmur
Rating
PG (Mild Thematic Elements)
Genre
Kids & Family, Fantasy, Romance
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Mar 13, 2015, Wide
Release Date (Streaming)
Sep 15, 2015
Box Office (Gross USA)
$201.2M
Runtime
1h 45m
Sound Mix
Dolby Digital
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