Even though everyone already knows the story of Cinderella and knows the story that is about to unfold, the film still leaves you questioning where the story was going next. I mean, I obviously knew what was coming but it was still exciting to see how Branagh was going to get to the climax of the film. He keeps the audience wanting more and more and almost questioning if the story is going to change. What also helped with the originality of the film, was the score. Composer Patrick Doyle is able to generation strong emotion with his score and allows the music to connect with the environment and most importantly with Cinderella. Academy Award winners Dante Ferretti (Production Design) and Sandy Powell (Costume Design) also help to create this beautiful environment that allows the audience to be apart of all the glitz and glamor that this story is known for. Just an overall great production that Branagh was able to put together for this film.
Overall, Cinderella is definitely one of the better films of 2015. With an excellent cast from the evil stepmother (played by the always fantastic Cate Blanchett) to Cinderella herself, this becomes one of the better adaptations of the Disney timely classics that have come out over the years. Branagh continues to push his career to new heights by taking on challenging stories that can be hard to make great. Even though it is still March and there are many months left in the year with huge films coming out, do not overlook Cinderella. You will be glad that you took the time to see Branagh's take on the story and it will want you to go back right away and watch the original animated film.
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Authors:Pat Brennan: Recent Film grad from Temple University with a love for all aspects of film. David Fincher for life. Archives:
November 2016
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