The Princess and the Frog

  • 2009


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$ 0 Million
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Positive Reviews 148
Negative reviews 11
Average Rating 3.7/5
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4.5
The best character work, though, is saved for villain Facilier, a character that demonstrates a level of imagination fused with a sinister edge thats .. Den Of Geek
4.5
The best character work, though, is saved for villain Facilier, a character that demonstrates a level of imagination fused with a sinister edge thats .. Den Of Geek
3.0
The filmmakers trust in story over special effects, and character over celebrity voices (there are almost none here, save for a brief cameo by queen o .. EW
3.8
But its a demonstration that the Walt Disney Studio still shelters animators who know how to make a movie like that, in an age when too many animated .. Rogerebert
3.0
Gone are overblown CG effects; whats left is good, old fashioned hand drawn animation and storytelling that thrums to the beat of a big, old fashioned .. Common Sense Media
3.8
Blame the storytelling, which introduces a clever conceitboth parties go amphibian after locking lipsbut then simply relies on the usual anthropomorph .. Time Out
4.0
Randy Newmans songs are a little too blandly Randy Newman ish and the story is uneven, but there are some great characters, some even better jokes, a .. Time Out
4.0
With this delightful romantic comedy (produced by CGI expert John Lassiter of Pixar fame), the Disney Studio returns to the traditional, hand drawn an .. The Guardian
2.5
Yet its the socio cultural suggestions of this storytelling choice thats ultimately most troublesome.
5.0
You can exhale now: The Princess and the Frog is a triumph on every one of the myriad levels it has been asked to succeed on.
4.0
Princess restores some luster to Disneys inhouse animated output after a decade of mediocrity. Screen Daily
4.0
It doesnt hold a candle to the best that Disney has offered audiences over the years but it is more entertaining than most of the things that they hav .. E Film Critic
3.0
The middle section in the Louisiana bayous is aiming for a jolly, Jungle Book charm theres a trumpet playing alligator called Louis, who teams up with .. Telegraph
4.0
The filmmakers have brewed up a delicious roots story in every sense of the word.
4.0
Add hand drawn animation of unsurpassed beauty and some insanely catchy tunes from Pixar stalwart Randy Newman and it becomes a Disney fairy tale.
4.0
Its a more modestly told affair, a simpler tale in a simpler setting with engaging characters that just dont quite have the epic pizzazz of some of th .. Cinema Blend
3.0
Which brings us back to Tiana.As drawn in the movies unexceptional style which has nothing to do with format yet everything to do with the special spa .. Ny Daily News
3.8
Randy Newman provides the score, which, if short of memorable tunes, is rich in authenticity, with a mixture of local flavoured ragtime, zydeco and ja .. The Globe And Mail
4.4
Old school in that its the product of hand drawn animation rather than the digital sort. Philly
3.0
The risk that they might enjoy themselves is significantly larger. Philly
3.5
Add to this the evil voodoo villain, Dr Facilier, who wants Naveen and Tiana to remain frogs forever, and you have a delicious swamp and castle advent ..
3.5
But more than all this, it is the film that is arresting and engrossing fare.
3.0
A pleasant but undistinguished addition to the Disney animated canon,...an agreeable throwback to a type of animation one doesnt see much of anymore. One Guys Opinion
2.5
But the movie as a whole never approaches the wit, cleverness, and storytelling brio of the studios early 1990s animation renaissance (Beauty and the .. Village Voice
4.4
The films comedy finds the right mix of jokes that will appeal to children and adults. ReelViews
4.4
However, the voodoo stuff inspires some of the richest and most dazzling hand drawn animation Ive seen in ages. Combust Ible Celluloid
4.0
A welcome return to the Disney tradition of 2 D animation, this lively musical spices up Hans Christian Andersens The Frog Prince by transplanting it .. Chicago Reader
3.1
Its not to say that this formula couldnt work again; it simply doesnt pass muster with this attempt. Mark Reviews Movies
3.0
This charming twist on the classic fairy tale follows the standard Disney outline splendidly, updating itself with self referential cheekiness and its ..
3.8
Where Pinocchio was about wishing on a star, The Princess and the Frog emphasizes backing up wishes with hard work. That proviso is a thoughtful messa .. Usa Today
2.5
By the time the noisy, frenetic climax rolls around, Robin Hood has completely snuffed out any potential its premise may have possessed and cemented i .. Reel Film Reviews
4.0
By splitting the action between the human and animal kingdoms, and cleverly invoking the dance routines from Dumbo and the music of The Jungle Book, t .. The Times
3.0
When his final wish is granted, it is a grand poetic vision, reminiscent of great myths and legends of the past. Lariat
3.0
Funny, sweet, and perfectly pitched for both children and adults, it moves Disney animation into the 21st century without selling out its history. Eric Ds Nider
3.0
Tweet The Princess and the Frog Jim Lane By This article was published on 12.10.09 Advertisement In 1920s New Orleans, an African American waitress (v .. News Review
3.0
This is a likeable enough southern fried fantasia but it lacks the transporting magical quality of other more memorable Disney efforts. Radio Times
3.0
At the same time, Prince Naveen (voice of BRUNO CAMPOS) from the fictional Middle Eastern country of Maldonia is visiting New Orleans in search of mus .. Screen It
4.0
This is a risk for Disney, returning to hand drawn animation, to old fashioned musical and to even older fashioned fairy tale. Independent
4.0
The film is designed and directed with wit and invention, constantly surprising us with gorgeous little touches and hilarious throwaway gags. Shadows On The Wall
4.5
Its not enough to describe Dead Man as simply an anti western; its an iconoclastic deconstruction of late 19th Century American values and mores, many .. Pop Matters
4.0
In addition, the script is packed with funny lines and there are several delightful sight gags.The voice cast are brilliant. View London
3.5
And because this animated musical comes from Walt Disney Pictures, you can expect talking animal sidekicks, a perilous journey, a budding romance and .. News Day
3.8
The Disney magic not to be confused with the delights of its Pixar subsidiary is finally back, after a decade in the animated wilderness, with the tun .. New York Post
3.5
Old School Disney should find a welcome reception in theatres throughout the holiday season Film Journal International ..
4.4
Of course, there are a few unfortunate moments such as some character stereotyping and a couple of silly crass jokes. But its also tune filled and fun .. Deseret News (Salt Lake Ci ..
5.0
The smart storytelling combines with spectacular visual set pieces and a spicy musical gumbo to deliver one of the finest films of the year, in any ge .. Az Central
3.1
In the year of Americas first black president, it makes sense that Disney would introduce its first black princess.On the surface, this feels revoluti .. Boston
3.5
And still the sniping didnt stop.Disneys most determined critics wanted to know how it could be insensitive enough to set an upbeat childrens fairytal .. Smh
4.0
Most of it works on its own terms, and the screenplay is largely devoid of postmodern snarkiness. Mountain X
4.5
Of course, its specifically designed to make you feel as if its already an old favorite, which makes it feel more like manufactured goods than a movie ..
3.8
At major theatres.G Anika Noni Rose voices Disneys first black princess in New Orleans set tale that keeps kids and adults bopping right along. Toronto Star
2.0
The only thing that alerts us to its modernity is its new racial awareness. Guardian
4.0
If the movie has any major weakness, it would be that it cant escape feeling self consciously referential everything about it is a reflection of or a .. Reel Talk Reviews
4.0
It has a witty take on the old fairy tale, lively characters and colourful visuals. Daily Mail
4.0
Surely its no accident, either, that a movie delicately addressing race makes stirring use of light and dark interplay.A G rated girl film that will m .. Salon
1.5
But efficient, well practiced storytelling is what we expect from a Disney animated feature. Slate
3.0
Yet there are all manner of subversive elements to trouble the waters of Disneys usual cosy formula. Eye For Film
5.0
The humour is smart too: I laughed, chuckled and inwardly smiled throughout this magical tale that will delight young and old.
4.5
Susan Grangers review of The Princess and the Frog (Disney) Not since The Little Mermaid have Disney animators delivered such a delightful fairy tale .. Susang Ranger
4.0
Its a contractual obligation.Whats The Deal: Its hard to hate a movie where characters say stuff like, You are secreting mucus. Movies
0.5
The nineteen twenties jazz age setting and the primal adventure storytelling are boilerplate Disney, scrubbed clean of any real local color. New Yorker
4.0
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4.0
It is a joyful, toe tapping throwback to fairytale musicals such as Beauty And The Beast and The Little Mermaid. Express
2.5
But everything else about the movie is bland paint by numbers filmmaking designed to replicate the success of directors/co writers Ron Clements and Jo .. Las Vegas Weekly
3.0
The Nun may tie into The Conjuring in more ways than you expect: We filmed a few things Movie News The Nun stars the sister of The Conjurings lead act .. Total Film
3.0
What we see here is a simple tale with more charm than pace and more careful detail than spectacle. Standard
4.4
This movie doesnt just concern itself with magic, it is magic, pure joy and rapturous glee oozing off of every frame. Movie Freak
3.8
The image is boldly colorful, sharply detailed, deep and rich in shadows, and all around vibrant, while the DTS HD Master Audio 5.1 surround mix is ro .. Groucho Reviews
3.5
Visually lush, the film strikes me as the most American of the Disney Princess movies, using uniquely American iconography to paint the fairy tale. Hit Fix
3.8
Its gaily colored, handmade art, with a straight stylistic link to old Baby Boom offerings of the 50s and 60s. Nj
5.0
Disney have created a film that is as impressive in its execution and inventiveness as it is in its charm. Hey U Guys
4.0
And the numbers with Dr. Facilier are where the movie reaches a rare level of brilliance. 7M Pictures
3.0
Most impressively, the visual pizzazz and originality of the animation show that, if anyone doubted it, you can still make a perfectly decent cartoon .. Oregon Live
3.0
While the storyline is fresh, the animation is beautifully vintage. E Online
3.8
Its filled with clichs, but theres a certain storybook richness to their presentation. Film School Rejects
4.5
Lovely as it all is, its not the classic Disneys pitching for. Its a nice one for littlies, but adults may find it more of a visual experience than an .. Film Ink
3.8
Sadly, the movies story cant escape a paint by numbers schematic. Movies Tv Guide
3.5
And still the sniping didnt stop.Disneys most determined critics wanted to know how it could be insensitive enough to set an upbeat childrens fairytal .. The Age
4.0
Theres no need to knock computer animation.The Pixar catalog alone proves its worth. Maki At The Movies
4.0
A modern day retelling of the classic story The Frog Prince, The Princess and the Frog finds the lives of arrogant, carefree Prince Naveen (Bruno Camp ..
2.5
As far as its aim goes, whats not to appreciate But its reversion to an old classic and the technology of a prior day pervades its spunky activity wit .. Varia Gate
3.8
I quite enjoyed the musical crocodile, but its the Creole Fire fly who steals the film and gives it some heart. Three Movie Buffs
3.0
Yet despite these problems, Princess is a welcome throwback and a reminder of Disneys filmmaking legacy. Digital Spy
3.0
The Princess and the Frog almost sounds better than it looks, and it looks nostalgically wonderful. Tamp A Bay
4.0
The writer director duo behind The Little Mermaid and Aladdin are back with another sumptuous animated fantasy tale. Flicks
3.0
Its slapstick humor and stock characters make it feel like a dusty country cousin compared to the sophisticated animated films, like Shrek, that have .. Cleve Land
2.5
What is less savory is the wheels turning plot featuring all of the typical cornerstones of the genre.Tiana is such a charming and likable protagonist .. Dustin Put Man
4.5
It is highly appreciated that Disney has been adapting to the new times, giving a less dependent and conformist version of its female characters.
3.8
What with the 3 D breakthrough of Coraline; another Pixar exercise in CGI artistry (Up); Wes Andersons audacious foray into stop motion animation with .. Larsen On Film
2.5
The film celebrates the Jazz Age in one of Americas most romantic cities. Christianity Today
3.5
A headlong story to go with its brilliantly imaginative and fanciful visuals and bright, upbeat score by Randy Newman, who covers a lot of ground. Hollywood And Fine
3.0
Though the humour is mainly for the kids, you may shed a nostalgic tear for that first time you witnessed the innocence of an old Disney cartoon. The Sun
4.0
A spectacular throwback to past glories, The Princess and the Frog more than lives up to the high standards of this years animation releases. Matts Movie Reviews
3.0
The Disney habits are an unnecessary drag and too calculated for comfort. Brian Or Ndorf
4.0
A perfectly satisfying entry in the long history of Disney feature animation, one that will in due course join the ranks of the middle tier classics i .. Antagony & Ecstasy
4.6
Its ultimately an underwhelming experience that lacks emotional resonance. Nyc Movie Guru
4.4
Modern touches But its the modern touches that will earn this Princess its place in Disney animation history. Js Online
3.8
The filmmakers promised it would be musical, but the highs and lows could probably be reworked; the second act feels overlong. Movie Crypt
4.0
This is the first Disney animated film about an African American princess, and this delightful fairy tale couldnt come at a better time, what with the .. News Week
3.0
At the end of the day, its okay. But when it comes to animation from Disney, okay is a bit of a let down. Sky
4.5
Despite some striking visuals and engaging Randy Newman songs, it is this swampy detour that drags the film down somewhat. Sbs
5.0
Princess Tiana is swept away by Prince Naveen of Maldonia in The Princess and the Frog. Chron
4.4
With an old fashioned combination of art and heart, directors Ron Clements and John Musker (The Little Mermaid, Aladdin) have recaptured the essence o .. No La
4.0
Instead, the House Of Mouseas 49th animated feature is an inspired return to its lovingly hand drawn, 2D, storybook classics a with a twist. Metro
4.5
And knowing what you want isnt the same as knowing what you need. What So
3.0
Its a nice set up, but the supporting cast are retreads of characters weve seen many times from Disney throughout the ages, and their wisecracks wont .. Film 4
3.0
Naveen is no Emperor Kuzco, and Tiana is no Nani, but compared to almost any Disney fairy tale short of Beauty and the Beast theyre Disneys most engag .. Decent Films
3.5
All of it will doubtlessly satisfy fans seeking some substance with their style. Jam! Movies
4.0
If this is any indication of Pixars effect on Planet Mouse, the merger was one of the best moves Disney ever made. East Bay Express
3.1
The film looks great and has excellent voice talent, but the story itself is not particularly entertaining and the music is quickly forgettable and co ..
4.0
Though the animation technique here is old school, its zippy and quick witted and the story skills that elevate Pixars work are on display. The Australian
4.4
It reminds you all over again what it felt like to be a kid watching Disney animated movies. Cinema Sight
3.5
the movie more than works; a joy of animation is palpable throughout Filmcritic.com
5.0
This movie is a lot of fu, mixing romance, cooking, comedy and choreographed musical numbers into an entertaining concoction. Entertainment Spectrum
4.5
Now, New Orleans isnt all about music, merriment, good food and good friends.
3.8
The soundtrack doesnt offer the sheer earworm power of previous Disney hits, but the musical numbers do bump along engagingly from jazz to gospel to z .. Boston Phoenix
2.0
Its funny because when I walked into the movie theater today I thought I was going to be the only adult watching this animated movie. Reel Talk Online
4.5
The Princess and the Frog is a striking film, old fashioned and original at the same time. Tulsa World
4.0
In returning animation to its roots, Clements and Musker also resurrect what made so many of Disney movies timeless classics: an enchanting story. Toledo Blade
3.0
The set up itself at least in theory is entertaining enough, but neither the execution of the story, nor the accompanying music, do much to bring it t .. Movies Ign
3.5
Instead it goes back to the older old devicesthe good ones.It makes for a film with an edge and a heart. Need Coffee
3.0
The Princess and the Frog serves up a scrumptious jambalaya of delectable elements old and new. Review Journal
3.1
Its not Disneys best work, the plot doesnt always make sense (its never quite clear exactly what Dr. Faciliers plans are; hes just the bad guy, and th .. The Dispatch (Lexington, N ..
5.0
An enchanting story told with a healthy helping of heart, it marks a return to the style of animation that made Walt Disneys studio famous. Articles Orlando Sentinel
1.5
facilier (as in facile) isnt a hardworker, he flaunts a business card motto dreams made real. Ny Press
2.0
It doesnt tread much new ground, but thats beside the point. The lack of a black princess in Disneys repertoire was as appalling as it was glaring. Th .. Week In Rewind
5.0
Even better, it merges old fashioned technology with contemporary ideas, and the result is substantive art. MLive.com
2.5
Much ballyhoo has been made of The Princess and the Frog, Disneys first animated film featuring an African American lead character.This movie has alre .. The Diva Review
3.0
Despite the beautiful animation and some contagious musical acts, I find the fairy tale a bit routinary.
3.0
Genuinely enchanting and the old fashioned, hand drawn, 2D animation has a timeless quality that makes us feel welcome. Movie Mom
4.0
I reckon youll leave this sweet and charming tale, nominated for an Animated Film Oscar, with a smile on your face. Birmingham Mail
4.0
Not only does it mark a return to its hand drawn animation roots but it features the first black princess in its 86 year history.So will it become a D .. Liver Pool Echo
4.0
Screenwriter Julian Fellowes has managed to make this story a coming of age tale first. Kc Active
5.0
The 19 year old shot by a Louisiana state trooper during a traffic stop in Baton Rouge three weeks ago was shot in the back and shrapnel near his spin .. 2 The Advocate
3.1
Say it loud, Im green and Im proud: Its not slime, its mucus, Tiana asserts during the films final act, after Disneys first African American princess .. Gomemphis
5.0
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3.0
Its a very cute film, a very accessible work for children and families. Google
3.5
Disneys The Princess and the Frog is like a visit from an old friend after a long time spent apart. Brandon Fibbs
4.0
The Princess And The Frog is old school Disney the first animation of theirs for a good 12 years to recapture the magic of their early 90s output. News Of The World
2.0
The Princess and the Frog carries a lot on its shoulders, but the odd stumble notwithstanding thrives admirably under the weight. Mania.com
4.5
The Princess and the Frog is a beautifully vibrant film where every single character shines; not just the leads. Keith David voices a perfect villain.
4.0
Its all done in the best Disney style so it shouldnt spook the kids out too much. Daily Record
3.5
Youll walk away in a good mood, happy to see Disney back on track. But ... theres not much to remember in the morning. New York Metro Mix
4.4
They avoid trying to make the film hip, modern and sassy, which is such a breath of fresh air. The Princess and The Frog is like the antidote to Alvin .. Dc5
1.5
But it borrows too much from other Disney films and doesnt provide the magic and imagination that makes many of its princess predecessors so great. Movie Views
3.8
It should be a hit: Its a thoroughly old school story from Disney, full of wit and songs and colorful supporting animal actors (a trumpet playing alli .. Jackson Ville
3.1
In classic Disney tradition, the movie is a funny and endearing adventure. Sign On Sandiego
4.4
More importantly, the film stars the best Disney princess to date. Tiana is kind, determined, talented, hardworking and not at all inclined to sit aro .. News Ok
4.4
Something that feels like a very classic Disney animated film yet is brand new. The Movie Kit
1.5
Its fantastic that a mostly hand drawn Disney film will be a part of the story when history books write about this great year for the form. But maybe .. Movie Retriever
3.0
Still, Newmans music isnt terrible but most of the songs I cant even remember. rachelsreviews.net
4.0
The issue of race is delicately handled, though, leaving you to hum along to Randy Newmans excellent score, laugh at the screwball interplay between w .. Daily Mirror (UK)
3.1
This, you think, is the old stuff: funny, quick on its feet and tellingly the one big laugh in the all ages screening I attended. Maki At The Movies Blogspo ..
3.8
So is The Princess and the Frog the start of a new era, or merely a hiccup that will quickly be stifled
2.0
The Princess and the Frog is not offensive. This is a harmless, animated musical and as close to getting it socially right as Disney will ever get too .. BET.com
5.0
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3.0
The animation is lush and the screwball dynamic between Tiana and Naveen lively.
3.5
There is, rather, a one word explanation for the Creole themed cartoons results. Box Office Prophets
3.0
But theyve got the best revenge: theyve made a great film, one so funny, smart, imaginative, scary, sad and soaring, I was with it every step of its d .. Amy Weekly
4.4
It\s funny and touching, visually inventive, and manages to both pay tribute to the Disney canon and carefully update it.It\s New Orleans in the 1920s .. Entertainment Sltrib
4.5
Its taken many years for Disney to have a black lead, but the wait was worth it as this is one of Disneys best films in decades that wasnt done by Pix .. Gazette
5.0
Pure holiday entertainment, a wonderful, toe tapping musical gift everyone is likely to love. Boxoffice Magazine
4.5
Imagination and willpower as a lesson thats a heavy theme for Disney, and yet, youll find this movie never lets up on its fun. Their Own League
2.0
And those expectations are much too great for this amiable but slight reworking of the familiar fable. Miami Herald Type Pad
3.5
The styles are varied, but always in tune with the narrative content, ensuring theres never an unwelcome eyeful of colour and motion.
3.0
This teeming gumbo of characters, songs and story set in the jazzy, culturally rich French Quarter of New Orleans during the 1920s isnt just another D .. American Profile
3.5
Gilbert based Above and Beyond Pool Remodeling has experienced significant growth since it opened its doors nearly a decade ago, and owner Michael San .. East Valley Tribune



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