Malefica

Maleficent, a beautiful and kind-hearted young fairy, lives in the idyllic Moors. Her life takes a turn for the worse when a human invades her home, leading her to betrayal and heartbreak. This experience hardens her heart, and she curses Aurora, the infant daughter of the human king, to fall into an eternal sleep on her sixteenth birthday. However, as Aurora grows, Maleficent finds herself developing a protective bond with the princess.

Maleficent received mixed reviews from critics, who were divided on its visual effects, Angelina Jolie's performance, and its departure from the original Sleeping Beauty story. Audiences, however, generally responded more positively, appreciating the reimagined narrative and the darker, more complex portrayal of the iconic villain.

• Visually stunning with a standout performance from Angelina Jolie as Maleficent.

• The film's attempt to reframe the villain's narrative is ambitious but uneven.

• While offering a fresh perspective, it doesn't fully capture the magic of the original tale.

Google audience: Google users largely appreciated the film's visual spectacle and Angelina Jolie's captivating portrayal of Maleficent. Many found the revisionist take on the classic story to be an interesting and enjoyable departure from the original, though some felt it lacked the emotional depth of other Disney adaptations.

Nominated for an Academy Award for Best Costume Design. Angelina Jolie won a People's Choice Award for Favorite Movie Actress and Favorite Movie Villain.

Angelina Jolie's children, including Vivienne Jolie-Pitt who plays young Aurora, make cameos in the film.