Cinderella's Feller
Cinderella's Feller

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Cinderella's Feller

1940
Movie
19 min
English

The story of Cinderella with a children's cast.

Insights

IMDb7.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes92%
Metacritic85/100
Google Users93%
Director: Ben SharpsteenGenres: Animation, Family, Fantasy, Romance

Plot Summary

A kindhearted young woman, mistreated by her wicked stepmother and stepsisters, dreams of a better life. With the help of her fairy godmother, she attends a royal ball and captures the heart of the Prince, but must flee at midnight, leaving behind a glass slipper.

Critical Reception

While not a critical darling upon its initial release, 'Cinderella' has since been recognized as a significant achievement in animation and a beloved classic for its timeless story, charming characters, and memorable music. It has endured as one of Disney's most popular animated features.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its beautiful animation and heartwarming story.

  • Celebrated for its iconic songs and memorable characters, particularly the fairy godmother and the mice.

  • Appreciated for its hopeful message and timeless fairy tale appeal.

Google audience: Audiences adore 'Cinderella' for its enchanting musical numbers, the triumphant spirit of the protagonist, and the classic fairy tale narrative. Many highlight the film's ability to transport viewers to a magical world and provide a feel-good experience.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for 3 Academy Awards (Best Music, Scoring of a Musical Picture; Best Music, Song; Best Sound, Recording).

Fun Fact

The character of Lucifer the cat was inspired by the cats of Walt Disney's animator, Tom O'Reilley, who had a Siamese cat named 'Freckles' that resembled Lucifer.

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