The Story:
The true story of Cinderella is recounted to the Brothers Grimm by a relative generations removed from the event. In it Danielle (Drew Barrymore) loses her father just after he marries Rodmilla (Anjelica Huston) and she is now trapped with her 2 step sisters (Megan Dodds and Melanie Lynskey). Slowly, Rodmilla is draining any bit of wealth that Danielle had left in her family. Then one day a chance encounter with Prince Henry (Dougray Scott) puts the two on a course of mistaken identity and true love. Perhaps with the sage advice of Leonard Da Vinci (Patrick Godfrey) this fairytale romance will have a happy ending?
This is a wonderful twist on the classic fairy tale by trying to present the "real story" that inspired the legend. Directed and co-written by the underrated Andy Tennant (who also directed tomorrow's movie...how about that??!!) this movie is a literal charmer from start to finish.
The entire cast is perfectly suited to their roles, and Drew Barrymore shines as Danielle. This is one of my three favorite roles for her, and yes, I can watch this movie anytime, anyplace. I'll let you try and figure out the other two movies. :)
The best part? This is one of those movies that while I enjoy it, so too does my favorite date! Those movies make the time together watching them even better.
It probably has a little to do with not having to hear what a stupid movie I picked for the next 90 minutes of my life... ;)
But yes, when I find a movie that she likes, and bonus points, it's one the kids can watch, and they like too, these are the movies that are pretty much perfect.
The whole family able to sit down and watch a movie together, those make for the best films in the library. This isn't quite on the same level as The Princess Bride, but it's along those lines.
So here's my choice for the best adaptation of Cinderella ever made.
Final Grade: A
Rewatchability/Purchase Factor: Own it. Love it. Watched at least once a year. Enjoy it every time.
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