Cinderella
Cinderella

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Cinderella

1970
Movie
102 min
English

Cinderella is helped to the ball by her fairy godmother in The Royal Ballet's version of the classic fairy tale, using Sergei Prokofiev's music and Frederick Ashton's choreography in a comic ballet.

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IMDb5.2/10
Director: Michael Lindsay-HoggGenres: Musical, Fantasy, Family

Plot Summary

This 1970 musical adaptation of the classic fairy tale follows Ella, a kind-hearted young woman forced into servitude by her cruel stepmother and stepsisters. With the help of her Fairy Godmother, she attends a royal ball, where she captures the attention of the Prince Charming. However, she must flee before midnight, leaving behind a single glass slipper.

Critical Reception

The 1970 musical adaptation of Cinderella received mixed to negative reviews upon its release, with many critics finding it a lackluster and uninspired retelling of the beloved story. While some appreciated its musical numbers, others felt the production values were low and the performances unmemorable. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, failing to capture the magic of previous iterations.

What Reviewers Say

  • Often criticized for its uninspired direction and low production quality.

  • The musical numbers were occasionally praised but often deemed forgettable.

  • Felt like a pale imitation of more successful Cinderella adaptations.

Google audience: Audience reviews for this version are scarce and generally unenthusiastic, with many viewers finding it a disappointing and forgettable take on the classic fairy tale.

Fun Fact

Despite being released in 1970, this version of Cinderella is often mistaken for earlier or later adaptations due to its traditional approach and lack of distinctive elements.

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