Aladdin discovers a magical lamp that houses a wise-cracking Genie and falls in love with Princess Jasmine, although the Sultan's evil vizier Jafar has plans of his own for the lamp.

It had been a long while since I had seen this movie last, and revisiting it all these years later makes me realize how brilliant it really is. The start can be a bit slow to get through, but once you get into the world of the story and get to know the characters, it really hits its stride. But beyond all that, what really makes this movie great is Robin Williams's truly wonderful voice performance as the Genie. He steals literally every scene he's in, and also steals a couple laughs each time too. I've got a newfound appreciation for this one after watching it now as an adult. Highly recommended.

Content Concerns: A little slapstick violence is really it.

(November 2023) ( )

Acting (Voice): 4.5; Theme: 4.0; Content: 4.5; Language: 5.0; Overall: 4.0

While traveling the streets of Agrabah, seeking his next meal, Aladdin meets a beautiful Princess named Jasmine and falls in love. He also finds a magical lamp whose genie allows him three wishes. However, he meets his match with the evil Jafar along the way, which makes for a great adventure. Recommend.

***November 20, 2023*** ( )

A thief with a magic lamp wants to get with a princess.

I have no idea why anyone likes this movie.

Concept: C
Story: C
Characters: C
Dialog: C
Pacing: D
Cinematography: C
Special effects/design: C
Acting: C
Music: F

Enjoyment: D

GPA: 1.6/4 ( )

Despite the stupid parrot, the anachronistic personal relationships, the implication that any cute young man you meet on the street can be trusted, and the innocently salacious clothing, it was fun. ( )

Aladdin (Disney Special Platinum Edition) by Scott Weinger, Robin Williams, Linda Larkin, and Jonathan Freeman (DVD - Oct 5, 2004)