Sleeping Beauty (1959) Reviews

Sleeping Beauty (1959)
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Disney produced this lavish animated fairy tale, the most expensive cartoon ever made up to its release with a budget of $6 million. When the young princess Aurora is cursed at birth by the evil fairy Maleficent, the baby is kidnapped by a trio of good fairies who raise the girl themselves, hoping to avoid the spell's fulfillment. Nevertheless, at the age of 16, the beautiful Aurora falls into a deep sleep that can only be awakened by a kiss from her betrothed, Prince Phillip. Knowing that Phillip intends to save Aurora, Maleficent takes him prisoner. When the good fairies launch a rescue attempt, Maleficent transforms herself into a spectacular fire-breathing dragon, forcing Phillip to defeat her in mortal combat. Sleeping Beauty (1959) was Oscar nominated for its musical score, which featured adaptations of Tchaikovsky compositions. ~ Karl Williams, Rovi

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Starring:
Mary Costa, Bill Shirley, (more)
Director(s):
Eric Larson, Wolfgang Reitherman, (more)
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
G
Format(s):
DVD  |  Blu-ray
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(24 member reviews)  

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Shannon B.

To this day, *Sleeping Beauty* remains the best film in the Disney oevre. Although Princess Aurora and Prince Philip are predictably flat caricatures of damsel and hero, which is true of most Disney films, the witch Maleficent is the dark and menacing shadow that hangs over this movie. Step down, Evil Queen! Move aside, Ursula! Maleficent is Disney's best villain. Her confident poise, her darkly seductive demeanor, and her cold but beautiful voice radiate malice, which is most evident in her sadistic delight at explaining to Philip his fate in the dungeon. Musical passages from Tchaikovsky's famous ballet are woven seamlessly into the film, particularly in the Philip/Maleficent showdown. The handsome animation style takes many of its cues from late medieval tapestries and iconography.

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Christina F.

A true love story! Loved every minute and the brilliant colorsEvery time I see it I pick up on something I have missed.

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Tonya F.

I love ALL Disney classics!! It's a wonderful family movie! I loved watching them when I was a child and even more as an adult! It takes you to this magical place, it's amazing!!

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Joseph C.

I mistakenly rented disc #2. There's nothing on disc #2.

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Joni S.

always love the classics! they don't make 'em like that anymore.

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Lavender H.

When I received this via mail. The incorrect movie was enclosed. I had to return it to the store to get the correct movie. Does anyone check the movies as they are mailed??? Can something be done about this??

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Naveen C.

Great movie that will stand the test of time, and it already has.

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Andrew C.

This is just one of those movies that leaves you feeling good about everything in life. A lot of people say that the Disney princess movies are for little girls, but these are some of the few movies that can, and should, be enjoyed by everyone.

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Haashey M.

It is a horrible movie. It's only for 21 year old. This movie I feel is socially ackward in such a unique way that I had through go through very hard rehabilitation centers

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Mark S.

They ruined the original with a lot of stupid unnecessary musical scenes added. :-(

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    Shannon B.

    To this day, *Sleeping Beauty* remains the best film in the Disney oevre. Although Princess Aurora and Prince Philip are predictably flat caricatures of damsel and hero, which is true of most Disney films, the witch Maleficent is the dark and menacing shadow that hangs over this movie. Step down, Evil Queen! Move aside, Ursula! Maleficent is Disney's best villain. Her confident poise, her darkly seductive demeanor, and her cold but beautiful voice radiate malice, which is most evident in her sadistic delight at explaining to Philip his fate in the dungeon. Musical passages from Tchaikovsky's famous ballet are woven seamlessly into the film, particularly in the Philip/Maleficent showdown. The handsome animation style takes many of its cues from late medieval tapestries and iconography.

    Yes   |   No

     
    Christina F.

    A true love story! Loved every minute and the brilliant colorsEvery time I see it I pick up on something I have missed.

    Yes   |   No

     
    Tonya F.

    I love ALL Disney classics!! It's a wonderful family movie! I loved watching them when I was a child and even more as an adult! It takes you to this magical place, it's amazing!!

    Yes   |   No

     
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