Enchanted

Director: Kevin Lima

Starring: Amy Adams, Patrick Dempsey, James Marsden, Idina Menzel, Rachel Covey, Timothy Spall, Susan Sarandon

Distributed By: Walt Disney Pictures

Release Date: October/November 2007

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This brings all the optimistic and enthusiastic qualities inherent in Disney's many animated movies to infuse the live-action beautifully!
It's lovely to see the animation at the beginning and it all feels like very familiar territory, but as Giselle enters our world the fun really begins.
Amy Adams is truly a joy to watch as she plays the perfect princess complete with a huge billowy dress, also her ability to create new outfits takes some beating!
I love her honesty and absolute belief in true love as she discovers that our world is a much more cynical place!
Patrick Dempsey is really likable as Robert as he tries to figure out whether Giselle is who she claims to be and the scenes with Giselle and Robert's daughter are fun to watch.
My favourite scene is as Giselle uses her charming singing voice to entice the wildlife to lend a helping hand - New York style! I also love the street parade as Giselle sings "That's How You Know" which is beautiful and memorable.
James Marsden almost steals the film from Amy with his larger than life performance as Prince Edward; he really looks the part and brings such enthusiasm to every scene!
Timothy Spall makes Nathaniel wonderfully inept as he tries to carry out the Evil Queen's wishes and Pip is quite adorable, even though he can't say much!
Susan Sarandon brings malice into Queen Narissa's heart and her scenes are infused with contempt for the lover's fate and the world in general, she looks amazing and her transformation is pretty cool too!
There are some lovely songs throughout and the story is uplifting and romantic and many of the Disney Princesses traits can be glimpsed in Amy Adams' performance.
This is ultimately a movie that makes you smile and warms the heart!
~~Nikki~~