{"id":10169,"date":"2022-12-02T12:40:16","date_gmt":"2022-12-02T19:40:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/?p=10169"},"modified":"2022-12-07T16:56:59","modified_gmt":"2022-12-07T23:56:59","slug":"disenchanted-a-magical-combination-of-part-musical-part-fairy-tale-and-part-adventure","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/2022\/disenchanted-a-magical-combination-of-part-musical-part-fairy-tale-and-part-adventure\/","title":{"rendered":"Disenchanted * A Magical Combination Of Part Musical, Part Fairy Tale And Part Adventure"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/disenchanged.poster.jpg?resize=92%2C137&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10173\" width=\"92\" height=\"137\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s been fifteen years since Giselle and Robert wed, but Giselle has grown disillusioned with life in the city. They decide to move their growing family to the sleepy suburban community of Monroeville in search of a more fairy tale life \u2013 unfortunately, it isn\u2019t the quick fix she hoped for. Suburbia has a whole new set of rules and a local queen bee, Malvina Monroe, who makes Giselle feel more out of place than ever. Frustrated that her happily ever after hasn\u2019t been easy to find, she turns to the magic of Andalasia for help, accidentally transforming the entire town into a real-life fairy tale, placing her family\u2019s future happiness in jeopardy. Now, Giselle is in a race against time to reverse the spell and determine what happily ever after truly means to her and her family.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>KIDS FIRST! Film Critic Kyla C. comments, \u201cDisenchanted is a magical combination of part musical, part fairy tale and part adventure. The acting, singing and animated segments make the film truly shine as a worthy sequel to Disney\u2019s beloved Enchanted.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Disenchanted<br>By Kyla C, KIDS FIRST! Film Critic, Age 13<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/XTjiDoSiTqw?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-US&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\"><\/iframe><\/span>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-medium is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Disenchanted.ee_.jpg?resize=225%2C103&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10190\" width=\"225\" height=\"103\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Disenchanted.ee_.jpg?resize=300%2C137&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Disenchanted.ee_.jpg?resize=768%2C351&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Disenchanted.ee_.jpg?w=800&amp;ssl=1 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Amy Adams as Giselle in Disney&#8217;s live-action DISENCHANTED, exclusively on Disney+. Photo courtesy of Disney Enterprises, Inc. \u00a9 2022 Disney Enterprises, Inc. All Rights Reserved.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><em>Disenchanted <\/em>is a magical combination of part musical, part fairy tale and part adventure. The acting, singing and animated segments make the film truly shine as a worthy sequel to Disney\u2019s beloved <em>Enchanted<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Disenchanted <\/em>follows Giselle (Amy Adams) and her family as they move from New York City to suburban Monroeville to find a new \u201chappily ever after.\u201d However, they are met with many challenges, specifically Giselle&#8217;s daughter Morgan (Gabriella Baldacchino) has trouble fitting in at her new school. When Giselle makes a wish to try to solve all of their problems, it backfires, and they are left in a fairytale mess once again. Who knew that Malvina (Maya Rudolph) had the potential to be an evil queen? Will Andalasia disappear altogether? Or will Giselle find a way to save both worlds?<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-medium is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Disenchanted.aa_.jpg?resize=225%2C150&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10194\" width=\"225\" height=\"150\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Disenchanted.aa_.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Disenchanted.aa_.jpg?resize=768%2C512&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Disenchanted.aa_.jpg?w=800&amp;ssl=1 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Amy Adams as Giselle in Disney&#8217;s live-action DISENCHANTED, exclusively on Disney+. Photo by Jonathan Hession. \u00a9 2022 Disney Enterprises, Inc. All Rights Reserved.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Featuring the entire original cast, <em>Disenchanted <\/em>is an excellent sequel. Although it includes all the same core pieces as <em>Enchanted<\/em>, it is more than a rewritten version. There\u2019s more music, with plenty of songs spread throughout the entire film. These upbeat and intense songs grabbed my attention; the ballads help tell the story and the softer pieces bring out the character\u2019s emotions. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The dancing and animation help bring out the best in each song. The songs are slightly repetitive; sometimes, one sounds very similar to another you heard just a few minutes ago. However, the singers are very talented. Specifically, Idina Menzel brings a lot to the table whenever she sings. The acting is also incredible. Amy Adams, Gabriella Baldacchino and Patrick Dempsey (as Giselle\u2019s husband, Robert) create a relatable family dynamic. The switching back and forth, between animation and live-action, is so cool. It makes the distinction clear between Andalasia and Monroeville, which could otherwise be a very confusing transition.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-medium is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Disenchanted.bb_.jpg?resize=225%2C157&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10193\" width=\"225\" height=\"157\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Disenchanted.bb_.jpg?resize=300%2C209&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Disenchanted.bb_.jpg?resize=768%2C534&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Disenchanted.bb_.jpg?w=800&amp;ssl=1 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">(L-R): Amy Adams as Giselle and Maya Rudolph as Malvina Monroe in Disney&#8217;s live-action DISENCHANTED, exclusively on Disney+. Photo by Jonathan Hession. \u00a9 2022 Disney Enterprises, Inc. All Rights Reserved.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>The message of <em>Disenchanted <\/em>is that you should be careful what you wish for. It may seem like there are so many problems that need to be fixed, but sometimes people need to solve them for themselves. Giselle wants to help Morgan fit into her new home, but her wanting to do that is unclear and causes more problems than before. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Disenchanted <\/em>also emphasizes the importance of family. Note that there is some very minor inappropriate language and some violence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I give <em>Disenchanted <\/em>4 out of 5 stars and recommend it for ages 5 to 12. You can watch <em>Disenchanted <\/em>on Disney+ now.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/DY63dfyn7HQ?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-US&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\"><\/iframe><\/span>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>It&#8217;s been fifteen years since Giselle and Robert wed, but Giselle has grown disillusioned with life in the city. They decide to move their growing family to the sleepy suburban community of Monroeville in search of a more fairy tale life \u2013 unfortunately, it isn\u2019t the quick fix she hoped for. Suburbia has a whole new set of rules and a local queen bee, Malvina Monroe, who makes Giselle feel more out of place than ever. Frustrated that her happily ever after hasn\u2019t been easy to find, she turns to the magic of Andalasia for help, accidentally transforming the entire town into a real-life fairy tale, placing her family\u2019s future happiness in jeopardy. Now, Giselle is in a race against time to reverse the spell and determine what happily ever after truly means to her and her family.<\/p>\n<p>KIDS FIRST! Film Critic Kyla C. comments, \u201cDisenchanted is a magical combination of part musical, part fairy tale and part adventure. 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