Review of The Princess Diaries (2001) by Lashondia C — 21 Apr 2012

"The Princess Diaries" is a very simple movie about being true to yourself. Not letting societies rules bend who you are and want to become. It's also about not being afraid and standing up for what you believe in. Simple and overused messages, but done in an entertaining and very fun way.

Directing is effective and fairly fun. There are some nice shot and scene compositions. There is an upbeat energy throughout the film and for the most part that level of energy never falls. From start to finish it is a fun ride. The movie never feels melodramatic or anything and most of the humor flows naturally put of situations. Credit goes to the director for keeping it wholesome. One scene in particular gets me teary eyed, not a very long scene, but something about the situation just tugs at my heart. The scene is towards the end of the film where Mia is in her car, it's raining, and she's singing "catch a falling star.".

The characters are also very fun. From a no it all goth friend to a stern driver, you get all sorts of characters. Anne Hathaway as Mia is likable, she's funny, and always has a high level of charisma. She handles each scene very well as a awkward high school girl. Julie Andrew as the queen fits her as perfect as a glove. This lady has class and a very smart wit. The other character good too and add a lot of humor to the film.

Overall "The Princess Diaries" is a entertaining flick. It isn't a cinema masterpiece and there are part of the film that could have been better, but it just provide some very fun laughs. It is a breezy watch and helps pass the time in a fun way. I give it a 3/5, nothing new, but a fun way to pass the time with some wholesome laughs,.

"Alrightness".