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Cinderella
Sergei Prokofiev's setting of the fairy tale "Cinderella" premiered at Moscow's Bolshoi Theater in 1945. In 1986, Rudolf Nureyev, then ballet director of the Paris Opera, choreographed the ballet anew and transposed the story into a private cinema, with sets reminiscent of Fritz Lang's "Metropolis." ARTE shows the Paris Opera performance from December 31, 2018.
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Plot Summary
This animated retelling of the classic fairy tale follows Ella, a kind and spirited young woman whose dreams are dashed when her cruel stepmother and stepsisters force her into a life of servitude. Despite her hardships, Ella remains hopeful and dreams of a better life. With the help of her Fairy Godmother, she gets a chance to attend the royal ball and capture the heart of the Prince.
Critical Reception
While a direct-to-video release, this version of Cinderella aims to offer a faithful and visually appealing adaptation of the beloved story for a new generation. It generally received positive remarks for its animation quality and adherence to the traditional narrative, though some critics noted a lack of innovation.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its colorful animation and charming musical numbers.
Appreciated for staying true to the classic fairy tale narrative.
Seen by some as a pleasant, if unoriginal, retelling.
Google audience: Audience reception for this version is difficult to quantify due to its direct-to-video nature and lack of widespread critical analysis. However, general sentiment suggests it's a well-received animated rendition for young children.
Fun Fact
This 2018 adaptation is one of many animated versions of the Cinderella story produced by Disney, standing alongside the iconic 1950 animated classic and various other adaptations.
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