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Summary: Yep, a classic
Review: Aladdin was 1992's biggest moneymaker. Instead of fighting their own standards of a superior romance film like The Little Mermaid or Beauty and the Beast, the company tried to open to another category: a comedy. As everyone can see, the beginning in Aladdin is not as interseting as The Mermaid's or mysterious as Beauty's. In fact, there are few scenes in Aladdin such as the narration and other sequences which just don't follow the standards of animation set by 1989's The Little Mermaid or 1991's Beauty and the Beast. But the cave of wonders scenes and the rest of the movie usually ARE impressive and visual. The songs are good, good and quite memorable. They lack Under the Sea or Belle but still, they are good and Aladdin won even more prizes than Mermaid and Beauty. Aladdin is indeed one off Disney's all time favorites. The characters are indeed memoable and beloved. Jafar is a remarkable villain. Aladdin ends up being a true classic.
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Summary: Another Disney delight!
Review: Disney's "Aladdin" isn't as spectacular as some of it's other films like "Beauty and the Beast," but it's proves itself to be worthy entertainment for adults and children alike. The dazzling animation and animal characters will provide hours of mockery and cheers from children, while the superb comical talent and witticism of Robin Williams will be a sheer delight to both sets. The movie tickles my fancy in new ways; I loved it. The story centers around a "street urchin" named Aladdin, who'd give anything to live within the walls of the Sultan's palace. One day in the marketplace, he meets a girl who turns out to be the princess, but he is soon arrested at the hands of Jafar, the Sultan's advisor who has a thirst for the throne. Jafar takes Aladdin far into the desert, to a place known as the Cave of Wonders, where he ventures inside to find a magic lamp containing a giant blue genie with a flare for comedy. Aladdin uses the lamp to make himself a prince, in hopes that he may win the heart of Princess Jasmine and finally live in the palace. But Jafar has different plans. Spurned by the princess and annoyed by the Sultan, he makes it his life's goal to retrieve the lamp and become master of the universe. While this movie doesn't have the grandeur and magnificence of Disney's spectacle pieces, it's clear that it doesn't need that look or feel to make it work. This movie is basically a Disney comedy, possessing a simple story for children while the dialogue will appeal more to adults as well. It's not a very serious film, which makes it even easier to enjoy the comedic lightheartedness it brings with it. That comedy rests on the shoulders of Robin Williams, who provides the voice of the Genie. Some of his best work is done in this film, and he brings some of the funniest one-liners and gags ever to a movie that works well with them. And since his character is one of animation and not reality, then the possibilities are endless. You'll laugh until you cry watching Williams in action, as he switches many different forms, voices and attitudes. Everything else for a typical Disney movie is right in place: there's the setting, the Arabian town of Agraba, overlooked by a palace complete with dome-topped towers and sparkling white walls, all with a certain Disney touch. There's the main protagonist, Aladdin, who hopes for a better life and then gets one. There's Princess Jasmine, the maiden whom everyone wishes for their own. And there's the villain, Jafar, complete with talking parrot Iago, who provides comic relief in the midst of his master's evil doings. I wasn't expecting much from "Aladdin," which is why I liked it so much. Perhaps people expected a bit too much out of it, being a follow-up to "Beauty and the Beast," but in order to enjoy it, you just have to sit back and relax and let it roll over you. The comedy is the best thing about it, and Robin Williams succeeds beautifully at bringing a warm and funny nature to the picture. "Aladdin" is laugh-out-loud funny! I loved this movie!
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Summary: almost essential
Review: There are a select few of the films made by Disney that can almost be considered essential Kid fare. My personal faves are : Robin Hood, Lion King, and the great Aladdin. This is one of Disney's all time greatest moments ever. This is truly one of the best. Adults will find it amazing, kids will love it! An awesome and incredible tale of magic, wishes, coming of age, love, and temptation by absolute power. Wonderful, simply wonderful. Also was one of the first animated movies to really make use of a seamless blend of computer graphics and traditional animation styles. Perfect.
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Summary: Great movie that ranks along with 'Beauty and the Beast'
Review: "Aladdin" is another delightful Disney classic, with a simple plot, which is easier to follow on than 'Beauty and the Beast.' A "street rat" homeless young man, Aladdin, is targeted for opening a magical cave by a sinister adviser, Jafar. Inside the cave lies piles of treasure. But the most precious item in the cave that Jafar wants-a magic lamp with a genie (voiced by the scene-stealing Robin Williams). A movie that ranks along with 'Beauty and the Beast' with its delightful animation, genuine suspense, wonderful score by Alan Menken and Tim Rice, hilarious one-liners by Gilbert Gottifried (Jafar's wise-cracking pet parrot) and the Genie, sweet romantic songs, and a plot that will please adults as well as the kiddies. A movie that doesn't exactly exceed the original plot that the wonderful 'Beauty and the Beast' had, "Aladdin" succeeds by wit and charm, and is in a way, great.
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Summary: Do you belive in magic?,by;anthony m jones
Review: Aladdin is one of my favorite movies, and it's great that it is now on DVD! The color has been enhanced and it looks better than ever. Plus, the DVD has tons of bonus features, including deleted scenes and songs, and a tour of the Genie's lamp (so huge!). The only bonus feature I suggest NOT watching is the "A Whole New World" music video performed by Jessica Simpson and Nick Lachey. They have completely messed up this magical song. Instead, view the feature "A Diamond In The Rough: The Making Of Aladdin" to see the original singers, Brad Kane and Lea Salonga, record the song back when the movie was being made... Or even watch the 1992 music video of "A Whole New World" performed by Regina Belle and Peabo Bryson.
Well, all I can say is Aladdin is a great movie, and it's even better on DVD. This should definitely be added to everyone's Disney collection.
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Summary: GREAT movie has gotten EVEN BETTER
Review: Aladdin is surely one of the BEST BEST BEST movies Disney has ever made...this is the golden era of Disney when Alan Menken just dazzled audiences with his majestically beautiful score. This movie has an incredible plot of friendship, love, betrayal, and responsibility. If you notice, the picture in this DVD edition is very clear and crisp, unlike the previous vhs version that was a bit muddled.
and what's something you absolutely CANNOT MISS is the dvd's music video PROUD OF YOUR BOY!!!This is an INCREDIBLE song composed by Alan Menken and written by Howard Ashman. What an honorable tribute to Howard. This song is absolutely amazing and captures the essence of Aladdin's development and feelings. I was stunned and touched by the song's beautiful flow and heartwarming lyrics that just sound so REAL and not artificial. This song is a great great performance by Clay Aiken! This is the style of music that makes Clay's voice shine.
However, the disappointing part to the new music video is Jessica Simpson and Nick Lachey's new rendition of A Whole New World....i was very very disappointed at this song and i think this couple just destroyed the magic and beauty of this song......
but...this dvd is a MUST GET DISNEY MOVIE for fans or non-fans
ALADDIN IS THE BEST!!!!
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Summary: Horrible....
Review: Why this new edition? I really do not understand the reason...
There was no need to change the music..
'A whole new world' sung by Regina Belle and Peabo Bryson IS a masterpiece,maybe one of the most beautiful song and interpretation of the last decades...
And the new awful,disastrous version by Jessica Simpson and her Hubby really makes me feel so...depressed about the hard times we are living in the US now...because all this shameful,TV-derivated trash which surround us is the mirror of our current society and culture.
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Summary: Wow.
Review: I am going to take an educated guess and say that this animation has been reassembled, re-scanned, maybe even redrawn. The lines are exceptionally crisp and I don't think tools this clean existed in the early 90s. Also, a song has been changed to be less racist. Oh, my righteous heart, stop, I can't stand the lack of integrity.
Puh-lease.
This is a beautiful DVD. The brightness of the colors will literally burn through your retinas... in a good way. The sound is exactly what you'd expect from a Disney super-special edition -- flawless. And about that word change? It is so minor, and it makes a better rhyme, to be honest.
The extras on this DVD, not surprisingly, are worth watching. There's a very touching documentary about the lost songs that Howard Ashman wrote before his death, and you get to hear a lot about how he poured his soul into the movie and how it broke everybody's heart to have to cut them. Luckily, DVD gives us a chance to see/hear them here. "Proud of Your Boy" is particularly sweet and Clay Aiken does a good job with it.
One lame extra is the recording of Nick & Jessica singing "A Whole New World." Jessica is a very beautiful girl and she's often endearing on TV but she has no voice whatsoever. It's not even that she's awful, its just that she is weak... she has nothing to offer the song. There is also the original music video of Peabo Bryson and Regina Belle, and while they are not as photogenic, they are definitely more talented.
This DVD is a gem, a great collection of documentaries, extras, and a perfect transfer that make it a must-have for anybody who likes animation. We all know about Disney's habit of forcing people to buy their movies by putting them "back in the vault" ... which is evil ... but for this one it's worth it to bend to their will.
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Summary: LOVE THIS MOVIE!!!
Review: I just finished writing two horrible reviews and had to write a good one. What better movie to write about than Aladdin?!?! This is one of my all time favorite Disney movies. The animation is incredible. The actors top notch. The music wonderful & addictive! Can't tell you how many times 'A Whole New World' pops into my head. I don't think there's anything bad you could say about this movie. It's fun, exciting and hillarious. What more could you ask for??
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Summary: Sensational !!
Review: CLAY AIKEN was magnificent on this DVD!!! He is the reason I bought the Aladdin DVD. Clay Aiken has a beautiful voice and a charming personality, and I wanted to buy and own the Aladdin DVD to capture CLAY AIKEN's contribution/participation/involvement on the Aladdin DVD. What a talent CLAY AIKEN is --- the BEST!!!
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