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Cinderella CND

1977
Movie
50 min
English

This episode looks at 1958/59.

Insights

IMDb6.5/10
Director: Michael J. ShurtleffGenres: Family, Fantasy, Musical

Plot Summary

A young woman, mistreated by her stepmother and stepsisters, finds her life transformed with the help of her Fairy Godmother. She attends a royal ball, captivates the Prince, but must flee at midnight, leaving behind a single glass slipper. The Prince then searches the kingdom for the mysterious maiden who fits the slipper.

Critical Reception

The 1977 British television film adaptation of Cinderella received mixed reviews, with praise often directed at its musical numbers and performances, particularly Richard Burton's narration. However, some critics found the pacing uneven and the overall production lacking the grandeur of other adaptations.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its musicality and engaging performances.

  • Criticized for a sometimes slow pace.

  • Considered a solid, if not groundbreaking, television adaptation.

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Fun Fact

While often referred to as a film, this 1977 version of Cinderella was originally produced and broadcast as a television special.

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