Review of The Prince of Egypt (1998) by Dee R — 09 Sep 2010

Is it true that some people dislike this movie because it might be too dark and too boring for children?

The problem with people these days is that everyone has the Disney-disease; meaning that every cartoon HAS to be cheerful and get to its point as soon as possible, because "it's a cartoon, therefore it's for kids".

Though people have already forgotten that the original Disney cartoons, and other cartoons like Tom & Jerry, were never ment for children, but for adults.

Then why is "The Prince of Egypt" suddenly considered a children's flick?

Did no one ever came to the conclusion that it might be an animated movie for adults?

Personally I loved this movie as a child, so it also bothers me that some 40 year old critic claims to know what children want.

This movie is obviously not comparable to Spongebob Squarepants, but it was never its intention to. "The Prince of Egypt" tells a tale from the Bible; the fact it included some humor is nice to have, but you didn't read any "knock-knock jokes" in the Bible, so you'll have to be a bit realistic here.

The animation and music is absolutely stunning, and even more alive than anything Disney ever produced.

And this is another issue; stop comparing other animated movies with Disney. Acknowledge talent when you see it. If you don't have any valid points to make in a review, you should shut up.

This movie is absolutely worth watching, you don't have to be religious to appreciate quality.