Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella Review

Each of the three television production of Rodgers & Hammerstein "Cinderella" has little to recommend: the original is Julie Andrews' voice beautiful and gentle charm and a great supporting cast. In 1960 remake is a classic, romantic example of this decade, musicals such as videos. This 1997 version has more sophisticated production values and the three – by far – the best screenplay and character development.
For example, is the only version in which Cinderella and I thoughtPrince had nothing in common and are conceivable in love, falling faster. AND Alert (Spoiler:) I like the fact that in this production, recognizes them * before * putting the shoe on the foot. I always wondered why Cinderella would be like a man, unable to recognize marriage only with their shoe size. Here he clearly like them in many ways. The stepmother and other supporting roles, character development here more than in previous versions allowed 75 minutes.
Brandy isimmensely charming in the title role, and his personality makes for a certain lightness in his voice. Paolo Montalban looks, sounds and acts every bit the prince. Whitney Houston makes a strong fairy godmother, and Bernadette Peters is fantastic, as the bitter, harsh scenario gum.
I like most of Rob Marshall's choreography. The waltz is beautiful, and danced the staging of other numbers show, wit and grace. But the break dance developed in the middle ofJason Alexander's song "The prince has a ball is" endless, derivatives and does not contribute to the film.
In short, although the tone is different from previous productions, this remake stands up well on her condition.
Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella Overview
A prince, a pumpkin, a glass slipper … history’s most enduring fairy tale returns with a thoroughly modern twist! Beautifully produced and featuring an all-star cast, RODGERS & HAMMERSTEIN’S CINDERELLA shimmers to life in the most spectacular production ever of the classic musical — including three additional Rodgers & Hammerstein songs exclusive to this special Disney presentation! Pop sensation Brandy (TV’s MOESHA) stars as the beautiful Cinderella, who suffers the torment of her wicked stepmother (Bernadette Peters) and spoiled stepsisters. Cinderella dreams of the impossible — going to the ball and dancing with the prince. Her impossible dream is realized when her fairy godmother (Whitney Houston) teaches her that with positive thinking and belief in yourself, “impossible things happen every day!” Also starring Jason Alexander (TV’s SEINFELD) and Whoopi Goldberg (SISTER ACT), Disney’s sparkling new version of RODGERS & HAMMERSTEIN’S CINDERELLA promises to be an instant classic. Now you can relive the magic anytime you wish!
Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella Specifications
More is not necessarily better. A glitzy Hollywood cast and a big budget did not improve the wonderful 1957 teleplay (or its equally charming 1964 remake) upon which this version is based. This is partly because Brandy, cast in the title role, cannot act. Not helping matters are Whoopi Goldberg as the prince’s mother and Jason Alexander as his valet. Their shtick wears thin very quickly. However, Paolo Montalban is charismatic as the prince, and Whitney Houston plays a fairy godmother with pizzazz. The production cost millions, and is certainly lavish, but the whole affair feels forced and overdone, reminding one of a prom queen wearing too much makeup. It does deserve credit for a multi-ethnic cast, the addition of two new songs and a hip attitude. However, the 1964 version (the original was not taped) is much sweeter and more romantic. Originally released as Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella. –Rochelle O’Gorman
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