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Aladdin (1992)

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Reviews Counted:49

Fresh:45

Rotten:4

Average Rating:7.9/10

Consensus: A highly entertaining entry in Disney's "second golden age," Aladdin is beautifully drawn, with near-classic songs and a cast of scene-stealing characters.

Runtime: 90 mins

Genre: Childrens

Synopsis: Poor Aladdin looks longingly at the Sultan's luxurious castle, and dreams of living inside, but Princess Jasmine wants only to escape that pampered life. Finally, she does run away, only to... Poor Aladdin looks longingly at the Sultan's luxurious castle, and dreams of living inside, but Princess Jasmine wants only to escape that pampered life. Finally, she does run away, only to discover how hard life on the streets can be -- especially when a vendor accuses you of thievery. Aladdin comes to her rescue, and soon the two have fallen in love. But how can a beggar marry the sultan's daughter? His only hope lies in a magic lamp from the Cave of Wonders and a wisecracking genie who can grant wishes. But Jafar, the Sultan's evil advisor, desires that lamp himself, so he can rule the kingdom and possess Jasmine. Soon the handsome young boy and the cruel Jafar are locked in a battle of wits -- and unleashing magic the likes of which no one has seen before. [More]

Starring: Robin Williams, Lea Salonga, Gilbert Gottfried

Starring: Robin Williams, Lea Salonga, Gilbert Gottfried

Director: Ron Clements, John Musker

Director: Ron Clements, John Musker

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Release:

May 4, 2006

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DVD Features:

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A satisfying little gem.

Full Review Source: Combustible Celluloid | comment Comment
10/19/04
Jeffrey M. Anderson
Jeffrey M. Anderson
Combustible Celluloid

Visually, it's a treat, a perfect marriage of hi-tech graphics and the traditional Disney virtue of strong characterisation and colour.

Full Review Source: Time Out | comment Comment
06/24/06
Geoff Andrew
Geoff Andrew
Time Out

The jokes appeal to all levels of humor but the merriment is so constant that no tastes feel slighted.

Full Review Source: Austin Chronicle | comment Comment
01/01/00
Marjorie Baumgarten
Marjorie Baumgarten
Austin Chronicle

Much of the humor comes courtesy of Williams, who deserves (but won't get) an Oscar nomination for his vocal versatility.

Full Review Source: ReelViews | comment Comment
01/01/00
James Berardinelli
James Berardinelli
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It's awfully close to being a great story, but it keeps having to settle for pretty darn good.

Full Review Source: Antagony & Ecstasy | comment Comment
11/27/09
Tim Brayton
Tim Brayton
Antagony & Ecstasy

The humor quotient is high, thanks to such scene-stealers as the duplicitous parrot Iago, the mischievous monkey Abu and, of course, Robin Williams' motormouth Genie.

Full Review Source: Creative Loafing | comment Comment
10/12/04
Matt Brunson
Matt Brunson
Creative Loafing

Upbeat animated musical version of the classical story from " The Arabian Nights."

Full Review Source: Spirituality and Practice | comment Comment
08/29/02
Frederic and Mary Ann Brussat
Frederic and Mary Ann Brussat
Spirituality and Practice

The least spurious movie of Disney's renaissance

Full Review Source: Film Freak Central | comment Comment
10/05/04
Bill Chambers
Bill Chambers
Film Freak Central

It juggles a '90s impudence with the old Disney swank and heart.

Full Review Source: TIME Magazine | comment Comment
09/01/08
Richard Corliss
Richard Corliss
TIME Magazine
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Let it share its 'whole new world with you.'

Full Review Source: TheMovieReport.com | comment Comment
01/01/04
Michael Dequina
Michael Dequina
TheMovieReport.com

Robin Williams and animation were born for one another, and in Aladdin they finally meet.

Full Review Source: Chicago Sun-Times | comment Comment
01/01/00
Roger Ebert
Roger Ebert
Chicago Sun-Times
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Its ethnic "white" noise is really just an excuse for Robin Williams to put on the most elaborate, narcissistic circus act in the history of cinema.

Full Review Source: Slant Magazine | comment 7 Comments
09/25/04
Ed Gonzalez
Ed Gonzalez
Slant Magazine

Twelve years old and still charming.

Full Review Source: Reno Gazette-Journal | comment Comment
12/16/04
Forrest Hartman
Forrest Hartman
Reno Gazette-Journal

the film’s style and energy will outlast more technically advanced imitators

Full Review Source: Filmcritic.com | comment Comment
01/29/04
Jesse Hassenger
Jesse Hassenger
Filmcritic.com

Williams really cuts loose, impersonating dozens of celebrities with his one-of-a-kind comic aplomb.

Full Review Source: Deseret News, Salt Lake City | comment Comment
01/01/00
Chris Hicks
Chris Hicks
Deseret News, Salt Lake City

A magic carpet ride, a flight aboard a supersonic little Persian steered by all the wishes that ever were.

Full Review Source: Washington Post | comment Comment
01/01/00
Rita Kempley
Rita Kempley
Washington Post
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A solid disappointment.

Full Review Source: rec.arts.movies.reviews | comment 3 Comments
01/01/00
Mark R. Leeper
Mark R. Leeper
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The fundamentals here go beyond first-rate: animation both gorgeous and thoughtful, several wonderful songs and a wealth of funny minor figures on the sidelines, practicing foolproof Disney tricks.

Full Review Source: New York Times | comment Comment
05/20/03
Janet Maslin
Janet Maslin
New York Times
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...earns its status as a Disney classic...

Full Review Source: Reel Film Reviews | comment Comment
12/06/05
David Nusair
David Nusair
Reel Film Reviews

Williams makes 1992's Aladdin appealing for adults as well as for children and establishes the musical-adventure as a Disney classic.

Full Review Source: DVDTown.com | comment Comment
09/20/04
John J. Puccio
John J. Puccio
DVDTown.com
 
 
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