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Summary: Princess Diaries - Hysterically Funny
Review: Great movie! Very funny! Would definitely recommend to everyone I know (wait...I already have). Very entertaining!
Rating:
Summary: This Movie Rocks!
Review: I know what you're thinking. Princess Diaries is one of those
cheesy chick flicks. But It is NOT. It is pure fun for the whole
family. You must say, girls will like it more than guys. But I
Thought it was just really,really enjoyable. Anne Hathaway
plays as one of her first roles as Mia. A girl which always had
serious breakdowns. Then her grandma comes and tells her some
Good News. Her father was the prince of the land of Gonovia.
Mia is the princess. But it just goes to show that some make-
overs take longer than others, Expecially when you'ren being
turned into a Princess! When she finally gets her makeover. Her
best friend Lilly reacts rather bad to the situation. When she
finds the truth,She knows why she looks different. Shut Up!
Then Lana, a cheerleader repots to the teacher that Mia was wearing a hat and they're against the dress code. Everyone reacts to it badly. Then Lilly goes ''Well, I think it rocks.
And I will love to learn about Voltaire! Thatis all I'm gonna
tell you. I think you should go see it. Or on Dec. 18, Rent
it on video or DVD.
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Summary: Outstanding fairy tale story!!
Review: "The Princess Diaries," starring Julie Andrews and Anne Hathaway, is definitely one that you will want to see! It is an extremely well-made movie with a great story and strong acting. With an actress as talented and experienced as Julie Andrews, you can't go wrong. Anne Hathaway is surprisingly excellent also in her role as Mia Thermopolis, a shy and insecure 15-year-old who, in the beginning of the movie, isn't really noticed by anybody except her best friend Lily and Lily's brother Michael. Unfortunately, that doesn't prevent her from getting teased and ridiculed by the "preps" and the "jocks," which include the blond-haired, pom-pon waving Lana, who is well portrayed by popular singer Mandy Moore. Basically, this movie is about an insecure teenaged girl whose life is completely turned around when her grandmother (her deceased father's mother) comes to inform Mia that she is "Amelia Mionette Thermopolis Ronaldi" (that's the closest to the actual spelling that I could get, haha), Princess of Genovia. Mia is extremely obstinant about this and only agrees to take "princess lessons." She does not make her final decision until much later. Mia gradually gains more confidence after receiving a drastic makeover and "lessons" regarding mannerism and behavior, but overwhelming publicity and lack of support from schoolmates prevent Mia from crossing the line from "typical schoolgirl" to "Princess of Genovia." It is her belief that she simply is not meant to take on the role as princess, but in reality, fear and self-centeredness are the only two things stopping her. After having a deep encounter with her soul and coming to terms with her father's wishes, Mia lifts up her head and is granted the courage to make the right decision about her future. Of course, this movie can be likened to Cinderella or any other uplifting fairy tale with which you wish to compare it. The acting is good, the story remains strong throughout, and the entertainment is prevalent. You don't have to be young to enjoy this movie--it covers topics of sensitivity, decision-making, inner strength, peer pressure, love, persistence, and pretty much everything else. There's a little something for everyone hidden in "The Princess Diaries", so all you have to do is look for it! I personally loved this movie and found it very joyous and touching. I hope you will, too.
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Summary: Way too predictable, but Anne Hathaway is great
Review: I had high hopes for this movie and was let down. I knew it wouldn't be a phenomenal film, but I was at least hoping for an entertaining and feel good movie. Anne Hathaway is great as Mia, a dorky and unpopular teenager who then finds out she is the Princess of Genovia and is transformed into a beautiful woman. Unfortunately, Anne Hathaway's performance cannot save this predictable and at times boring film.
Rating:
Summary: enjoyable
Review: i loved it. it had romance comedy and drama. it was just so cool.
anne hatthaway plays the geeky turned beautiful mia. mandy moore did a good job too.
Rating:
Summary: Great Family Entertainment
Review: Family entertainment. The Princess Diaries is very entertaining for the whole family. Given the cast and director Garry Marshall, one would except a good movie, but this surpasses good proving that a 'G' rated movie is as entertaining as any R rated movie; and it doesn't have to be animated! The young Anne Hathaway is very charming and will reminding you of a young Julie Roberts. Hector Elizondo repeats his Pretty Women caregiver role as Joe, the limo driver and watchful friend. Julie Andrews still can capture an audience. She still has that wonderful glow and smile. What a wonderful women. If you need a good movie for the holidays or to keep in your collection to show when you need something entertaining for a mixed audience, this movie should do it. Buy it and enjoy it!
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Summary: Call me the cynic but this movie did nothing for me
Review: I can understand why so many people would like it. It's a harmless, safe family film and I have no problem with those. I think The Lion King is still a Disney classic. But I don't like this movie for many reasons:1)It's nothing new. I actually read a critic review that called it revolutionary. Excuse me? What's so revolutionary about a movie that rehashes the same themes that have been used for decades? Then I realized that he was talking about the movie's rating. I'm sorry but this movie just proves why G rated films get such a bad rep from the begining. Predictable plot, unrealistic dialog(When a cheerleader's outfit gets ruined by ice cream she screams "You're a freak" to the girl who did it. What the hell? I know this is Disney but trust me, when someone ruins your outfit, "freak" ain't the word that will flash in your head. It would have been better if she had called her a witch or something) and the obligatory happy ending(humor me once Disney and make a realistic ending in a G rated movie) there's no new ground broken, no new message given. This is probably why most of the time movies that win Academy Awards are PG-13 or R. 2. It tries too hard to be cute. I rented the DVD, so I can't say how the people in my theater reacted to it, but I didn't laugh once. The movie relies too much on slapstick humor, than witty dialog for laughs and for me it falls flat. I guess kids younger than me will find Mia's clumsiness funny but I sure didn't. 3. Not everyone wants to be a princess. I don't blame Mia for not wanting the job(yes it is a job like the wonderful Juile Andrews said). All one has to do was watch the Princess Diana E! True Hollywood Story and see that being a princess isn't all that glamorous. I was a bit disappointed for Mia's reason for becoming a princess. It seemed like she doing it because it was the "right" thing to do, other than what she wants to do. and finally,
4. It's just bland. There's no spice, no flavor to make it memorable. The Lion King was funny as well as touching and original. There are just so many better ugly duckling stories(IMO Mia wasn't ugly to begin with) like My Fair Lady. So in conclusion if you want to show your kid something entertaing while inoffensive, take them to see Monsters Inc. I recommend avoiding this movie at all costs.
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Summary: Average Disney Film
Review: This is an average Disney film.I really thought it was an ok film.It could have been better.I think Mandy Moore needs to find a film were she doesnt sing in it.
Rating:
Summary: Excellent Movie
Review: This movie was a very fun, enjoyable way to spend my time. Julie Andrews played her part beautifully, having all the elegance that was needed to portray a queen. Anne Hathaway turns from an ugly duckling to a beautiful princess, and learns an important lesson along the way. It is cute, clever film and i would recommend it to all.
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Summary: Great Family Film
Review: This is definitely my favorite movie of the year 2001. I had to see this movie, because I read the book, and became a quick fan of it. The movie centers around a high school outcast, Mia Thermopolis (Anne Hathaway). She's tortured by the cool kids Lana (Mandy Moore) and Josh (Erik von Detten). Her only friends are Lily (Heather Matarazzo) and Michael (Robert Schwartzman). Her life is pretty much fine until her grandmother (Julie Andrews) shows up and tells Mia that she's a princess. Everything in Mia's life is crazy after that. Mia gets made over and has to be ready for her formal coronation (acceptance) as the Princess of Genovia. This is a wonderful family film, and a must for anyone who has read the book by Meg Cabot.
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