Mirror, Mirror
Mirror, Mirror

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Mirror, Mirror

Movie
5 min
English

Reality doesn't always live in the mirror.

Insights

IMDb5.6/10
Rotten Tomatoes18%
Metacritic39/100
Google Users52%
Director: Tarsem SinghGenres: Fantasy, Adventure, Family, Comedy

Plot Summary

A spoiled princess who is imprisoned by her wicked stepmother, the Queen, enlists the help of seven resourceful dwarves to win back her throne and her prince. The Queen's evil schemes go awry when the dwarves discover a magical mirror and a white horse that can lead to a land of immortality. The princess, disguised as a commoner, learns the value of love and courage as she battles her stepmother.

Critical Reception

Mirror Mirror received mixed reviews from critics. While some praised its visual style, colorful costumes, and Julia Roberts' performance as the Evil Queen, others found the story to be a weak retelling of the classic fairytale and criticized its comedic tone. Audiences were similarly divided, with many enjoying the lighter, more whimsical take on Snow White.

What Reviewers Say

  • Visually stunning with vibrant costumes and production design.

  • Julia Roberts offers a scene-stealing performance as the Evil Queen.

  • The film's attempt at a comedic and lighthearted take on Snow White falls flat for many critics.

Google audience: Google users found the film to be visually appealing and enjoyed the performances, particularly Julia Roberts. However, many felt the story was a departure from the traditional Snow White tale and found the humor to be hit-or-miss.

Fun Fact

The film's director, Tarsem Singh, is known for his distinctive visual style, and he wanted to bring a vibrant, fairy-tale aesthetic to this adaptation of Snow White, drawing inspiration from Indian culture for the Queen's opulent wardrobe.

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