Ever After: A Cinderella Story

  • 1998


MOVIE IS marvelous unsuccessful lively delightful
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91 % Certified Fresh
$ 98 Million
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Positive Reviews 37
Negative reviews 4
Average Rating 3.7/5
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3.0
A Cinderella without mice as coachmen, in other words, had better have a mighty fine excuse for tampering with a successful formula.Against many odds, .. EW
3.8
Its a Europe of remarkable beauty (magnificent castles and chateaus are used as locations), in which a girl with spunk and luck has a chance even agai .. Rogerebert
4.0
Its hard to imagine how to improve upon the classic that is Cinderella, but this delightful romantic drama does just that. Common Sense Media
1.5
Given that this is adolescent romance, never straying far from traditional stereotypes, its progressive feel good aura is mainly down to Barrymore, wh .. Time Out
3.0
Still, the playful and well meaning spirit of the film carries it through its shakier moments of awkward narration and inscrutably busy camerawork.
2.0
Ms. Barrymores buoyant, unaffected performance is the best thing about the film. The New York Times
4.0
Cinderella gets real WHATEVER DREW Barrymores got call it charm, sweetness, heart, adorability I wish it on many more actresses for purely selfish rea .. San Francisco Chronicle
5.0
Why cast this most American and contemporary of actresses as a Renaissance maiden San Francisco Chronicle
3.5
Critique: Interesting, well told, beautifully photographed version of the classic tale, features many new, fun twists, and solid performances by the e .. JoBlo
4.0
The setting for this enchanting rendition of the classic Cinderella fairy tale is sixteenth century France. Spirituality And Practice
3.8
Despite the fantasy setting and aesthetic, its a human tale about relatable characters with real emotions. ReelViews
4.4
What results is a delightful movie, full of feisty, three dimensional characters romping through comedy, romance and otherwise gloriously colorful mom .. Combust Ible Celluloid
4.0
Drew Barrymore plays the complicated belle of the climactic ball and develops a convincing intellectually based friendship with the prince. Chicago Reader
2.0
Not a bad little bit of summer movie entertainment for the fans of the series and the genre.
4.4
Scott and Barrymore are very good together and Angelica Huston is great as the wicked stepmother. Lariat
3.0
Parents looking for a summer fantasy for their kids will probably be disappointed; here, the accent is on romance, adventure, and even a bit of the ol .. Film Journal International ..
3.0
And its look is more New Age than Middle Ages.Whats more, the treatment is so lightweight that the whole thing threatens to drift into the ether about .. Deseret News (Salt Lake Ci ..
3.0
Nothing great here, but it is a pleasant film to watch and is nicely visualized. Internet Reviews
3.8
There are some nice enhancements to the yarn, like the stepsisters not being particularly ugly (one even turns out to be an ally), and the prince not .. Internet Reviews
4.5
A feminist updating of the Cinderella fairy tale, it never hits you over the head with its attitude and never takes itself too seriously.
4.0
Barrymore endows Danielle with an intelligence and strength worth emulating by women of any age. Reel Talk Reviews
3.8
A surprisingly passionate reworking of the classic Grimm Brothers tale. Q Network
3.5
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4.0
A treat for the whole family; stunning filmmaking accessible to everyone.
4.0
But the freshness of the entire affair and the exuberance of its execution, bolstered by sweet chemistry between Barrymore and Scott, goes a long way .. Mr Brown Movies
2.5
Though director Andy Tennant was enthusiastic about putting this kind of spin on Cinderella, his touch turns out to be counterproductive. Calendar Live
5.0
A brilliantly inventive updating of one of worlds best known fairy tale, this re telling is resplendent with marvelous twists and ingenious alteration .. Spliced Wire
5.0
Everyone in the movie is a notch smarter than in your average film. Movie Habit
4.5
A lively sense of humor keeps up the pace when a somewhat lacking romantic chemistry slows it down. Boxoffice Magazine
3.8
Thats the revisionist spin on Cinderella, and it twirls very nicely. Movies Tv Guide
3.5
Charmng its game cast who are having an obviously marvelous time sashaying about and saying gaily artificial dialogue. Antagony & Ecstasy
3.5
There are a few nice moments when Barrymores acting talent shines through, and the same can be said for Huston and Scott. Film Quips Online
4.5
An affable film that helped affirm Drew Barrymores place in the Hollywood firmament as something cosier than a one trick wild child. Film 4
4.5
The real magic is found in Andrew Dunns stunningly lovely photography, which makes every scene look like a vintage storybook illustration. James Sanford on Film
4.4
She is a vision of great spirit and great talent, and theres never been an actress like her. Cinema Phile
3.0
Its an extremely satisfying version and may be my favorite live action. rachelsreviews.net
1.5
Alas, the love of a good prince (an unmemorable Dougray Scott) still doesnt come easily for this plucky child of the soot. Boston Phoenix
3.1
Despite its anachronistic class attitudes, Ever After manages to create a lushly realistic backdrop for its timeless tale. Cine Matter
3.8
A high spirited Renaissance romance starring the thoroughly modern Drew Barrymore.
3.8
You wont see a fairy godmother flitting from scene to scene. Nor will a pumpkin magically transform into a chariot. Courier-Journal (Louisvill ..
3.8
Ever After is light and entertaining, just like a good fairy tale. Angel Fire
4.5
Not an altogether unsuccessful adaptation of the timeless Cinderella story. Empire Online



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