Elle: A Modern Cinderella Tale
Elle: A Modern Cinderella Tale

Elle: A Modern Cinderella Tale

2010Movie90 minEnglish

Elle wants to be a singer/songwriter, but her dreams are cut short by the sudden death of her parents. She moves in with her adoptive uncle, who runs a small independent record label whose biggest act, Sensation, is also Elle's biggest pain.

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IMDb5.3/10
Director: Mark RosmanGenres: Comedy, Family, Musical, Romance

Plot Summary

This modern take on Cinderella follows Elle, a talented young artist who dreams of attending a prestigious vocational arts school. Her dreams are jeopardized by her cruel stepmother and stepsisters who exploit her talents and try to sabotage her chances. With the help of her friends and a mysterious online admirer, Elle must overcome their schemes to secure her future and find true love.

Critical Reception

Elle: A Modern Cinderella Tale received a mixed reception. While some critics appreciated its attempt to modernize the classic fairy tale with a musical twist and its appeal to a younger audience, others found the plot predictable and the execution lacking in originality. The performances were generally seen as adequate for a family film.

What Reviewers Say

  • A formulaic but charming modern adaptation of the Cinderella story.
  • Features some enjoyable musical numbers that may appeal to younger viewers.
  • Lacks significant depth and originality compared to other fairy tale retellings.

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Fun Fact

The film was produced by the same company that created other modern fairy tale adaptations like 'A Cinderella Story' and 'Another Cinderella Story'.

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"Elle: A Modern Cinderella Tale" left me thoroughly disappointed after watching it. Sterling Knight, who had potential to rise to greater heights, unfortunately opted for subpar roles that hindered his career growth, relegating him to a low...