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Aladdin (Disney Special Platinum Edition Collector's Gift Set)

Aladdin (Disney Special Platinum Edition Collector's Gift Set)

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Rating: 5 stars
Summary: Great movie that ranks along with 'Beauty and the Beast'
Review: "Aladdin" is another delightful Disney classic, with a simple plot, which is easier to follow on than 'Beauty and the Beast.' A "street rat" homeless young man, Aladdin, is targeted for opening a magical cave by a sinister adviser, Jafar. Inside the cave lies piles of treasure. But the most precious item in the cave that Jafar wants-a magic lamp with a genie (voiced by the scene-stealing Robin Williams).

A movie that ranks along with 'Beauty and the Beast' with its delightful animation, genuine suspense, wonderful score by Alan Menken and Tim Rice, hilarious one-liners by Gilbert Gottifried (Jafar's wise-cracking pet parrot) and the Genie, sweet romantic songs, and a plot that will please adults as well as the kiddies.

A movie that doesn't exactly exceed the original plot that the wonderful 'Beauty and the Beast' had, "Aladdin" succeeds by wit and charm, and is in a way, great.

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: Possibly one of the best animated films of all time
Review: This is Disney during its peak in producing animated films. Robin Williams and Gilbert Gottfried are absolute scene-stealers.

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: Another Disney's best from the 90's
Review: Now this, is something that Robin Williams has done much of in his carrer, really two things, 1 Singing, 2 Doing a voice in an animated movie. But this is true good to be true. As Aladdin opens, a vizier named Jafar (Jonathan Freeman) has finnaly found the Cave of Wonders, which I guess, he spend about half of his life, searching for it. But the Cave of Wonders has strict rules, that only the diamond in the rough can go in there, and the other touch nothing but the lamp or never again see the light of day.

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: Lovely story line
Review: I actually liked this movie, on account that i am a horror movie freak. It was a good film about this street rat that fell in love with a princess and he tried to marry her but wasnt aloud and there was a mean guy that wanted to marry her. There was also a geni and he was funny and friendly, there was a onkey and a magic carpet, and this king.......

Rating: 4 stars
Summary: Another Disney delight!
Review: Disney's "Aladdin" isn't as spectacular as some of it's other films like "Beauty and the Beast," but it's proves itself to be worthy entertainment for adults and children alike. The dazzling animation and animal characters will provide hours of mockery and cheers from children, while the superb comical talent and witticism of Robin Williams will be a sheer delight to both sets. The movie tickles my fancy in new ways; I loved it.

The story centers around a "street urchin" named Aladdin, who'd give anything to live within the walls of the Sultan's palace. One day in the marketplace, he meets a girl who turns out to be the princess, but he is soon arrested at the hands of Jafar, the Sultan's advisor who has a thirst for the throne. Jafar takes Aladdin far into the desert, to a place known as the Cave of Wonders, where he ventures inside to find a magic lamp containing a giant blue genie with a flare for comedy. Aladdin uses the lamp to make himself a prince, in hopes that he may win the heart of Princess Jasmine and finally live in the palace. But Jafar has different plans. Spurned by the princess and annoyed by the Sultan, he makes it his life's goal to retrieve the lamp and become master of the universe.

While this movie doesn't have the grandeur and magnificence of Disney's spectacle pieces, it's clear that it doesn't need that look or feel to make it work. This movie is basically a Disney comedy, possessing a simple story for children while the dialogue will appeal more to adults as well. It's not a very serious film, which makes it even easier to enjoy the comedic lightheartedness it brings with it.

That comedy rests on the shoulders of Robin Williams, who provides the voice of the Genie. Some of his best work is done in this film, and he brings some of the funniest one-liners and gags ever to a movie that works well with them. And since his character is one of animation and not reality, then the possibilities are endless. You'll laugh until you cry watching Williams in action, as he switches many different forms, voices and attitudes.

Everything else for a typical Disney movie is right in place: there's the setting, the Arabian town of Agraba, overlooked by a palace complete with dome-topped towers and sparkling white walls, all with a certain Disney touch. There's the main protagonist, Aladdin, who hopes for a better life and then gets one. There's Princess Jasmine, the maiden whom everyone wishes for their own. And there's the villain, Jafar, complete with talking parrot Iago, who provides comic relief in the midst of his master's evil doings.

I wasn't expecting much from "Aladdin," which is why I liked it so much. Perhaps people expected a bit too much out of it, being a follow-up to "Beauty and the Beast," but in order to enjoy it, you just have to sit back and relax and let it roll over you. The comedy is the best thing about it, and Robin Williams succeeds beautifully at bringing a warm and funny nature to the picture. "Aladdin" is laugh-out-loud funny! I loved this movie!

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: Great Disney Film
Review: This is probobly one of the best Disney films out. It takes you into the world of Agraba, city of mysteries. You get to live the life of a young begger boy who soon becomes a hero. The Genie even adds more comedy and entertainment to the story line. Robbin Williams definitly shows the Genie at his best. A must have for any Disney loving family.

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: Fantastic - The First Disney Film I really enjoyed !!!
Review: I had heard that this was the first Disney movie that would appeal to adults too. I realised this when I saw it for the first time ... the humour is several notches above what we expect from Disney. This is a breezy and magically animated adaptation of the popular Arabian Nights fable which every kid has heard time and again. Disney's take on this often told tale is simply marvelous. The animation, the background score and the vibrant colours are spellbinding. But the best part about the movie ... the voices !!! Brilliant voice over by Robin Williams for the genie. Only he could pull this off. Also the voices for Jafar and the parrot Iago are fantastic. The music in this film is enchanting and complements the movie well ... buy the soundtrack Album as it is one of the best Disney scores I've ever heard. I have seen this movie more than a hundred times in the last few years and still haven't got tired of it. My only regret... If only this were available on DVD as I've worn out the tape in certain parts because of repeated viewing. This is a must-see Disney movie and definitely one for your Home Video collection as it appeals to all ages and can be watched as many times as possible without being bored.

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: One of the best Disney films!
Review: This is one of my personal favorites in Disney animations! Like the other works of the time, Aladdin is a splendid, Disney version of a well-known children's story, modified and retold to capture all audiences. The animation is beautiful and the songs (A Whole New World is the BEST Disney song!) are just GREAT! (I wish Jasmine had more singing parts - her voice was so pretty, but at least Lea Salonga got to sing for Mulan too! :) ) I liked this version of the story much better and I can't wait for Disney to redistribute this wonderful classic again! This copy is pretty worn - like all my other Disney movies. This is a must-see/must-have for all, even if you're not a Disney fan! Get a hold of a copy today!!

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: Love this movie, Hate the thief and cobbler!
Review: This movie is great 90's hype. Comical and quite quirky. My advice avoid "Return of Jafar" and "Aladdin and the King of Thieves". This movie was great. They just killed it with a TV series and Pointless sequels! Please Make a DVD of this movie my brothers destroyed the original packaging of this VHS edition!

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: Just great!
Review: Excellant film, the music & the Genie by Robin Williams did it for me. A favorite!


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