Ever After: A Cinderella Story Reviews

Honestly, I wasn’t sure what to expect from this flick but since I have a weak spot for Drew Barrymore, I thought I should check it out. As you may already know, it is basically a live version of the ever popular fairy tale and I thought it was not bad. It was rather unexpected to see Drew Barrymore in a fairy tale like this one and she was a rather unexpected choice but she was actually pretty good. Anjelica Huston is always dependable when playing the bad guy and she was also pretty good in this. It was also pretty nice to see Jeanne Moreau, the French icon, in an American production like this one. Furthermore, the movie looked quite awesome with some nice sets and costumes. However, somehow, it didn’t really blow me away though. Indeed, I felt a little bit underwhelmed by the story as they didn't add anything new to it or they didn't try to give it a new direction. That’s the problem with this kind of adaptations, you are so familiar with the original tale, if they are too faithful, it becomes rather boring. Still, even though it wasn’t nothing really amazing, it still remain an interesting adaptation and it is worth a look, especially if you like the genre.

One of my favorite movies. A re-telling of Cinderella that makes the story more believable. I loved Drew Barrymore as Danielle (aka Cinderella) and Anjelica Huston was perfect for the role of the evil step-mother. Scenery and costumes were also beautiful.

The tale of Cinderella told so that our modern sensibilities can still revel in it. This Cinderella is well read and gets the prince to fall in love with her for telling him off about the horrible lives of his peasants. When she needs saving, he gloriously sets off, but unfortunately is a few minutes too late, as she has saved herself. The chemistry between the principals is good, and the lesser characters are humorous without being slapstick silly. Of course the evil people are played over the top, but with moments of vulnerability. But the real star of the movie is the cinematography with lovely details in the location and lighting. Still a favorite of mine.