Disney's Enchanted...

Giselle (Amy Adams) entering the big city after being pushed down a well in Andalasia.

Summary:

Giselle's (Amy Adams) lifelong dream came true when she met Prince Edward 
(James Mardsen) found true love's kiss. On the day of her wedding as princess- to-be, an evil old lady pushes Giselle down a well. Giselle ends up in a sewer in New York City! She is found by attorney Robert (Patrick Dempsey), and his six-year old daughter Morgan cannot help but believe Giselle when she says she is a princess. Robert reluctantly agrees to allow Giselle to stay the night at their apartment until she finds her way back home to Andalasia. Soon enough Giselle makes herself at home as she turns the draperies into the most beautiful dresses and calls on her animal friends to turn Robert’s bachelor pad into the tidiest apartment in New York City. Giselle tries to bring love back to the people of New York City. Meanwhile, Prince Edward is on a quest to find his princess in the big city. At the King and Queen’s Costume Ball in New York City, evil Queen Narissa (Susan Sarandon) shows up to poison the princess. Only a kiss from Giselle's true love can break the spell before midnight. Enchanted is an enjoyable movie for the whole family because of the charming plot, recognizable characters, cheerful soundtrack, and captivating costumes. 

Prince Edward (James Mardsen) after finding his princess (Amy Adams) in NYC.

Charming Plot:

Disney’s Enchanted is a delightful movie for the whole family. This film combines classic princesses such as Snow White, Cinderella, Sleeping Beauty, and Ariel to make a spunky modern day fairytale. For most of her life Giselle has been dreaming of true love's kiss, and that is exactly what she finds in Prince Edward of Andalasia. Giselle gets pushed down a well and ends up in New York City, and when the evil queen shows up in New York Giselle is poisoned. Only true loves kiss can break the spell cast over Princess Giselle. But whom will that magical kiss be from? Viewers will not want this entertaining fairytale to end!

                                                          Giselle (Amy Adams) in Central Park with Robert (Patrick Dempsey).

Recognizable Characters:

The main characters in Enchanted are recognizable actors and actresses, which adds to the enjoyment of the film. Amy Adams is delightful as Giselle as she plays a naive princess-to-be lost in the big city of New York. Patrick Dempsey does an outstanding job at playing an uptight lawyer who is not open to enjoying life. The supporting actors James Mardsen and Susan Sarandon add to the cast. Since this film contains recognizable actors and actresses, it is not only appealing to children, but it is something adults can enjoy as well.

"That's How You Know" performed by Giselle (Amy Adams).

Cheerful Soundtrack:

The songs in the film are so joyful and memorable, viewers will find themselves singing them weeks later. Amy Adams, as Giselle, sings three songs for the film --“True Love’s Kiss”, “Happy Working Song”, and “That’s How You Know” all indicate her spunky personality. Jon McLaughlin contributes a slow song entitled “So Close” to the King and Queen’s Costume Ball that will melt the hearts of audiences. Perhaps the best song in the film is “Ever Ever After” by Carrie Underwood played at the end of the film, which sums up the flick in a single song. The soundtrack is reason enough to see the movie!

Queen Narissa (Susan Sarandon) at the King and Queen's Costume Ball.

Captivating Costumes:

Fantasy and reality are blended in this movie through the use of costumes. Giselle, Prince Edward, and Queen Narissa wear magical costumes that set them apart from the real world. However, the colors of the costumes all complement one another generating a cohesive look. The genius details in the costumes of the characters from Andalasia will captivate viewers.

Conclusion:

The Disney film Enchanted is a great flick for the whole family. The delightful plot, identifiable cast, joyful soundtrack, and attractive costumes make Enchanted a hit.While the fairytale genre may appeal to younger viewers, the actors and actresses appeal to older viewers. This is a film that families should not miss out on seeing. Grab some snacks and sing along!