| | Ella Enchanted DVD (4 Customer Reviews)
| Category | Dramas DVDs, Family Movies, Comedies Videos, Adventure, Science-Fiction/Fantasy, Children/Family, Children (About), Fantasy, Fantasy Worlds, Adventurers, Magic, Medieval, Fairy Tale | | Starring | Hugh Dancy, Anne Hathaway, Eric Idle, Vivica A. Fox, Cary Elwes, Minnie Driver, Joanna Lumley, Steve Coogan | | Director | Tommy O'Haver | | Screenwriter | Laurie Craig, Karen McCullah Lutz, Kirsten Smith, Jennifer Heath, Michele J. Wolf | | Source Writer | Gail Carson Levine |
Anne Hathaway stars in this fairy-tale adventure for the hero in all of us. Similar to SHREK and THE PRINCESS BRIDE, this fantasy adventure, based on a book by Gail Carson Levine, combines fairy tale with sly, 21st century pop humor. Teenage Ella (THE PRINCESS DIARIES' Anne Hathaway) lives in Frell, a magical place where humans, fairies, ogres, and other mythical folk peacefully coexist. However, when power-mad Prince Regent Edgar (Cary Elwes) passes laws that segregate humans from everyone else, Ella becomes determined to win equal rights for all. This task presents a challenge for anyone, but especially for Ella, who at birth was given the dubious gift of obedience by Lucinda (Vivica A. Fox), a fairy with an attitude. When she finds an ally, and love interest, in the almost-king Prince Charmont (Hugh Dancy), she invokes the ire of her witchy stepsister Hattie (Lucy Punch), who has figured out that Ella must obey any command. Between avoiding her stepsister, trying to break the spell, and restoring justice to the kingdom, will Ella find time for true love?
The talented cast, featuring Eric Idle, Minnie Driver, Joanna Lumley, and Jimi Mistry, play up the jokes, including heartthrob posters of Prince Charmont from "Medieval Teen" magazine and a Middle Ages mall. Contemporary music, including songs sung by star Hathaway such as "You Make Me Feel Like Dancing," and riotously colorful dance numbers, complement the anachronistic humor. With its mix of SLEEPING BEAUTY, CINDERELLA, and classic teen irony, ELLA ENCHANTED provides a timeless heroine. Ella Enchanted Reviews: "[T]he sharpest jokes in this cheerily pudding-colored-looking production are visual..."-- Lisa Schwarzbaum, Entertainment Weekly "Ms. Hathaway is an appealingly gangly, dark-eyed beauty with a streak of natural vivacity that recalls 1940's actresses like Ann Sheridan and Linda Darnell."-- Dave Kehr, New York Times "[T]he film gains momentum as it goes along."-- Kevin Thomas, Los Angeles Times "[Hathaway] really is quite talented..."
-- Glenn Kenny, Premiere ELLA ENCHANTED is enchanted, all right....It's a high-spirited charmer, a fantasy that sparkles with delights. A lot of the fun is generated because it takes place in a world that is one part CINDERELLA, one part SHREK, and one part THE PRINCESS BRIDE."-- Roger Ebert, Chicago Sun-Times "A couple of musical sequences are beguiling..."
-- Stephen Farber, Movieline's Hollywood Life Ella Enchanted | List Price | $14.99 (You save $4.70) | | Studio | Buena Vista Home Entertainment | | Orig Year | 2004 | | All Time Sales Rank |  9707  | | CD Universe Part number | 6751623 | | Catalog number | 03647100 | | Discs | 1 | | Release Date | Aug 24, 2004 | | Rating | PG (MPAA) | | Rating Reason | some crude humor and language | | Running Time | 96 Minutes | | Additional Info | Widescreen | | Movie Details | Color; Widescreen |
Ella Enchanted Movie Review Average Rating: (4.3 out of 5 stars)   A very cute take on the "Cinderella" story
I thought this movie was very quick. I had avoided it for a long time because I was tired of the onslaught Disney movies with Hillary Duff, Lindsey Lohan and Anne Hathaway. But I watched it on accident one day, and thougt it was adorable. I think most people would like this.
Submitted by Lisa (Portland, OR)
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An Enchanting Fairy Tale
Ella Enchanted is graced by a witty script and talented cast. Yhe main characters are played flawlessly by
Anne Hathaway as Ella and Hugh Dancy
as Prince Charmont.They have a chemistry which fills the screen when they appear together. They are beautiful but not terribly intelligent human beings for whom you care. The movie is inhabited by a strong supporting cast which guarantees 96 minutes of full enjoyment. Ella Enchanted ia a true feel-good movie.
Submitted by Anthony Forese (Newark, DE USA) 
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Hot looking girls with great racks, then this is the film for you. Anne Hathaway may be covered up but the outfits she wears leave little to the imagination. 5 Stars!
Submitted by Mohammed Rubenstein (Astoria, NY)
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Sweet Film
It's a tuneful twist on fairy tales which young girls (especially) will delight in.
It's visually vibrant, with a *very* talented cast.
The tongue-in-cheek jokes will keep the adults amused as well.
The movie also teaches children to have a healthy self-respect in oneself and trusting in your instincts.
I thought it was a sweet film.
Submitted by Joan (Boulder, CO)
Was This Review Helpful? Yes No This movie is great for all ages!!
Ella Enchanted is a very good movie. I am 25 years old and I enjoy watching it over and over again. It has humor and romance which are my two favorite types of movies.
Submitted by jczeczotka (Orlando, Fl, USA)
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Anne Hathaway, the delightful star of THE PRINCESS DIARIES, is Ella in the charming fairy tale adventure ELLA ENCHANTED. On the day of her birth, Ella is given a gift by her Fairy Godmother -- the gift of obedience, which is also a curse. Under no circumstances can Ella refuse anything she is asked to do, no matter how wicked it may be. Tired of being taken advantage of, Ella, with a talking book as her companion, leaves home to find her Fairy Godmother and return her unwanted gift. This simple errand soon turns into an amazing journey filled with ogres, giants, wicked stepsisters, elves, and the plotting of Prince Charmont's evil uncle who wants to take over the Crown and rule the kingdom. Bursting with colorful characters, music, wit, and whimsy, ELLA ENCHANTED is a truly enchanting and heartwarming tale that will captivate the entire family.
Source: Buena Vista Home Entertainment.
Region 1
Keep Case
Widescreen -
1.85
Audio:
Dolby Digital 5.1 - English
Dolby Digital 5.1 - French
Additional Release Material:
Deleted Scenes
Music Video: Kari Kimmel "It's Not Just Make Believe"
Audio Commentary: Tommy O'Haver - Director, Anne Hathaway - Star, Hugh Dancy - Star
Featurette:
1. THE MAGICAL WORLD OF ELLA ENCHANTED
2. ELLA ENCHANTED RED CARPET PREMIERE SPECIAL
Interactive Features:
Prince Charmont's Fan Club Set Top Game
DVD-ROM Features:
Happily Ever After
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