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Summary: Cute movie for kids that's intelligent enough for adults
Review: I bought this movie because I've been interested in the mystery of the Grand Duchess Anastasia since I was a kid, not because I have rugrats. This movie was entertaining. Anya is a spunky heroine; Dimitri is a scrappy hero; they have a sweet and surprisingly adult romance and the plot is more realistic (except for the ridiculous villain Rasputin) than expected. There is a lovely, melancholy song called "Once Upon a December" that the amnesiac Anya sings in the empty palace as ghosts come out of paintings to dance with her. This movie isn't historically accurate, but it's a satisfying fairy tale -- the way we wish it had been.
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Summary: A Masterpiece, and achievement of emotion and power, REAL...
Review: Don Bluth is my hero, seeing American Tail in 1986 when I was barely four and and seeing a beautifully animated character who I could relate to (Feivel). Now I look back over the years, and realize that he can do anything. When he makes a movie, its never an "Attempt", but always a masterpiece. I realize it was hard to depart from his beloved cels, because he is an old-fashioned animator, who is essentially a kid at heart. He has to be. In Anastasia, Bluth brings to life the story of the legendary Romanov Princess. I found the tale to be funny, but most of all, gripping. My favorite part was when the ghosts danced out of their paintings and danced with Anya in "Once Upon a December". I found myself, watching alone whispering "My God..." because it was the most incredible thing I have ever seen him do...well...one of them at least... ; ) Bottom line, if it says "Don Bluth, Gary Goldman, John Pomeroy" on it...no matter what it is...Whether it be Pebble and the Penguin or Titan AE...American Tail or Anastasia...you are in for a treat.
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Summary: A good movie...
Review: This is without question a very good movie, even if it's historically inaccurate (going by what other people say, here). Personally, if kids are interested in the history of the czars and Anastasia, this movie will spur them to look further into the subject. I do agree with the person who said that Rasputin's presence in the story was kind of unneccessary, and seemed like a 'forced' bad guy, like they just needed a villan thrown into the storyline (the whole falling apart thing was cool, though). He and Bartok have a strong resemblance to Jafar and Iago in "Aladdin".But I digress. Being an artist and musician, I like to watch animated stuff for those reasons best. The animation in "Anastasia" was very good, especially the people and the background designs. I didn't care for the scenes that overpowered drawn animation with computer animation, though. (check out the stone horse @ the end.ea. chara looked good separate,but not togeather)The different types of animation didn't flow as smoothly as some other computer/traditionally animated films. And the music - to die for! I especially like the "Once Upon A December". The soundtrack is one of the best things about the movie. Anastasia is definitly worth seeing.
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Summary: It's all sooooo magical!
Review: Phoenix-based 20th Century Fox's first full length animated film debut is by far one of the top 5 animated films of the past 2 decades. The animation was realistic, the songs were superb, and the story line was captivating. Lead characters, Anastasia and Dimitri, display excellent character development, and Dimitri's right-hand man, Vladimir, deserves an award for best supporting character. Being a rare gem, this splendid animated film brings us heroes, gives us hope, lets us laugh and cry and fall in love. "Anastasia" touches us as few things do. And to those of you who complain about its historical inaccuracy, do you honestly watch a movie for an educational experience, or are you like me, and watch it for an entertainment experience? Forget about its minor flaws, the movie is pure magic!
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Summary: Not Original, but great animation.
Review: The movie Anastasia's story line was original. But, things the characters did were comparable to Disney. For example, when Rasputen sings In The Dark Of The Night. The way the choreography is, is reminds me of Scar's Song in The Lion King. The dog is like Abu to Alladin. Plus, the bat is like Eago to Jafar. The animation was well done. But, there were too many digital scenes. When a door shuts, it's all digital and then the cut to a scene that looks all drawn. The movie was good, but it seems it was put together too quickly. Thank you.
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Summary: A Don Bluth Classic
Review: Artistically this is one of the finest animated feature films produced by Don Bluth. Though best known for his work in the "American Tail" movies, he is also responsible for "The Secret of NIMH." This latest production shows what can be done when traditional hand-drawn animation is combined with computer technology. The result is superb. Outstanding animation matched with quality music and a reasonable plot merge to form an entertaining movie for children and adults alike. Sit back, grab some popcorn, and enjoy! For the animation lovers out there, watch for the details in the natural movements of the various characters. As for all the comparisons with Disney animation, I only ask why? The quality of Disney films varies greatly from film to film. Bluth has been far more consistent. Finally, the criticisms that this film isn't historically accurate are moot. Animated films rarely concern themselves with accuracy. Disney is one of the worst offenders. Disney's insistance on a happy ending comletely changed the story of "The Little Mermaid" and "Pocahontas" but they're still entertaining movies.
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Summary: Stunning animation! Disney, watch out!
Review: This film succeeds on a number of levels: it has a gripping story, it has great animation, it has great characters, and it is technically wonderful. Though some may quibble at liberties taken with actual history (after all, Rasputin as an historical character differs most markedly with the film's character "Rasputin"), the movie DOES grippingly and unflinchingly cover the assassinations of the Romanovs; things are not "prettied up" beyond recognition. The spin taken on the Anastasia legend is most interesting, and credible. The color, sound, and definition of the DVD version of this film are great! The extras are generous as well! This quality of animated film has not heretofore been found outside of the Disney studios, and is most welcome!
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Summary: A modern faerie tale
Review: As an adult with a scientific mind, I do not often watch animated pictures, yet this one I was glad I did not miss. To all those who complain about realism and treat this picture as a real movie: it is as much to a movie as a fairy tale is to a short story by E.A.Poe; which certainly makes it none the less likable, enjoyable, enchanting - faeric indeed! As for math theorems... How truly courageous it was for this American nameless person to come out with such a witty comment! How fortunate it is, too, that the creators of Anastasia made their characters think of better ones...
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Summary: Way to go
Review: Louise, it is NOT a Disney cartoon, precisely ! Hope you were better at school than that... Could you memorize one theorem in maths ? By the way, liked the movie a lot too
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Summary: magical!
Review: ok, i'm no good at reviews, but how good do you need to be to say that this movie rules! it may not be based on the exact truth, but who knows the exact truth? Beside, it's a Disney cartoon, made to be children-friendly! This movie is a compelling animated story with charming and witty characters, cathcy and loveable songs, jokes, action and romance, and of course, the bad guy. great to watch over and over again, for everybody!
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