Review of Aladdin (1992) by Cj W — 11 Nov 2013

I think Aladdin may be the most overlooked film in the Disney Renaissance, and for that matter, probably all of Disney's history. This is an absolutely terrific film, one that holds its own with Beauty and the Beast, and The Lion King, but I dont know if it will ever be remembered that way, and I really have no clue why.

The story is about a young street boy who is afraid of being himself, because he is ashamed of where he came from, trying to woo the sultan's daughter, Jasmine, who also has trouble being true to herself.

Although, Jasmine is not ashamed of where she came from, she just feels restricted by the royal palace and the fact she is a princess. Both characters hope for something more, a world where they're free to do what they want, and thus, be able to be true themselves.

But then there's Jafar, who is one of the best Disney villians of all time; he is the epitome of evil, his ultimate goal is to attain absolute power, but he can only do this by being false to himself.

And the genie, played by the hysterical Robin Williams, gives all these characters the perfect chance to be false to themselves, by giving them all a chance to wish to be something else. However, in the end, they all find out that there is something greater than all the power and wealth in all the world, and that is freedom.

Aladdin really is one of the greatest animated films ever, it is so rich in themes, drama, and comedy, yet the songs are just as magical as any other Disney songs, but A Whole New World could be the greatest of all time.

This film should be held in just as high esteem as any other Disney film, and if you haven't seen it, please watch the magic that is, Aladdin.