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Cusi9sAug 13, 2023

This movie is beautiful.

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JACOBJORDANB200May 20, 2023

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Sosmooth1982Jan 4, 2023

Good movie seeing how maleficent became maleficent. Pretty bogus what they did to her. Now she fights to get her wings back.

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All_ButTrU4Jul 6, 2022

Ambitious, dark and wholly thrilling! This twisted retelling of the sleeping beauty folklore is a wonderful treat that through switching who it centers provides a more moving story. When a powerful fairy disregards warning to interact withAmbitious, dark and wholly thrilling! This twisted retelling of the sleeping beauty folklore is a wonderful treat that through switching who it centers provides a more moving story. When a powerful fairy disregards warning to interact with humans she strikes up a deep friendship with a poor peasant boy that ends in betrayal. Betrayed Maleficent casts a curse on the peasant turned king's daughter that has unforseen consequences for both of them… Expand

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baynejordanjacoFeb 15, 2022

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adzcantillasNov 28, 2021

Maleficent's Wings ending up stolen going out with a Friend's Betrayal is a Symbol of Loss. She ending up casting a Curse down Aurora is Vengeance but little did she know watching such Girl calling her Beastie down her way as a Lady somehowMaleficent's Wings ending up stolen going out with a Friend's Betrayal is a Symbol of Loss. She ending up casting a Curse down Aurora is Vengeance but little did she know watching such Girl calling her Beastie down her way as a Lady somehow softens Maleficent's Heart while King Stefan is ending up losing a shot watching his Princess growing up. She has Powers but she's knowing just what she's doing with it. She was feeling like cursing Aurora was Wrong so she wanted grabbing shots ending such up Right. I'm like a Prince's Kiss was not enough to wake Aurora up going out as Sleeping Beauty. Maleficent's Kiss to Aurora was what destroyed such Curse. King's Kingdom 'n Maleficent's Moors was divided throwback but with Maleficent 'n Aurora everything is Nothing but a Happy Ending without saying Maleficent has her Wings back.… Expand

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JAKEJACOBJORDSep 17, 2021

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sebastianaliSep 15, 2021

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. La Bella Durmiente tiene que ser de las pocas películas clásicas de Disney que nunca me terminaron de convencer, por lo que un remake podría hacer la diferencia esta vez? Pues no, y no me sorprende, ya que no es la primera vez que Disney lo arruina con una secuela o remake. Bueno, para ser honestos, si mejoran algunos aspectos... Por ejemplo, esta vez si le dan motivo a Malefica para hacer lo que hizo, en lugar de ser un simple berrinche, y hablando de Malefica, ella si que es un personaje mucho mas desarrollado que en la original, y eso me gusta, ya no es mala porque si, aunque si que no entendí porque trato algo mal a sus habitantes solo porque le cortaron las alas, y porque ella tenia mas autoridad en el páramo que las otras hadas, pero bueno, no le bajare puntos por eso. Lo que si le bajo puntos son dos huecos argumentales. Se cuenta desde el principio de la historia que las criaturas del páramo y los humanos eran enemigos, sin embargo, nunca se nos dice porque, ademas de que por alguna razón, dejan entrar a las 3 hadas que dan los dones a Aurora, a pesar de que eran enemigos. También si quitamos el tema de ciertas escenas medio genéricas, las 3 hadas no tienen ni carisma en el remake, y no se les da casi nada de importancia, típico de Disney. Lo único que zafa de la película son sus gráficos que están muy bien y la batalla final, pero quitando eso no hay mucho que ofrezca.… Expand

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atabeyordekciAug 18, 2021

A vengeful fairy is driven to curse an infant princess, only to discover that the child may be the one person who can restore peace to their troubled land. (6)

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JACOBJORDANBAJun 22, 2021

I love this movie so good it's a really good movie cuz it's telling you the story about maleficent and how she became the Mistress of evil

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meydianarizki21Oct 17, 2020

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. the movie is so friendly to watch, no porn inside this movie and also your kid can watch it..I'm so in love with Angelina Jolie, her acting is so good in the movie, how wonderful she is. Bravo and good job for this movie… Expand

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kyle20ellisSep 9, 2020

This review contains spoilers. I think this film is okay. On the one hand, the performances are great, especially Jolie as Maleficent. The story starts out interesting and has a good first act and the third act is decent.
But the second actThis review contains spoilers. I think this film is okay. On the one hand, the performances are great, especially Jolie as Maleficent. The story starts out interesting and has a good first act and the third act is decent.
But the second act is where it fails. There are points in this film where Maleficent could be evil, but instead she becomes the actual mother of Aurora because the 3 fairies are so irresponsible, annoying, and carress. So Maleficent is the hero. UGH! There's also suspense for when the fairies move baby Aurora into a new cottage. Maleficent immediately finds them, removing all suspense, and THE BABY IS LEFT OUTSIDE AND NEARLY DIES! WTF!
I hate the fairies in this. They are so irritating, they are so careless, they are awful at raising Aurora, they get into fights, and are useless.

I wish this film kept the first act, but had Maleficent do a bunch of evil things, like burn down the castle, causing Stefan to move (adding suspense to when Maleficent finds his castle after she is taken to his new castle in the third act), kill soldiers who try to attack her, and more.

About the part of Maleficent finding Aurora, I would rewrite it to a soldier sent to bring her back the day before her 16th birthday, and Maleficent finds him about to approach the cottage before she makes Diaval kill him. I think it would've been better.

So Maleficent is an ok film imo. I do find it better if you see how this leads into the sequel. As a standalone film, it needed some improvements, but as a film leading up to an epic sequel, it's better than I make it out to be.… Expand

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MaxwooAug 30, 2020

Classic story, classic type of storytelling, great performance of Angelina Jolie, she and Elle Fanning are pretty much all the movie is about, and the rest is just you know pretty fairy stuffs.

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DukeJonJul 12, 2020

An ok watch. Jolie keeps this movie together, all the supporting characters just aren't that interesting. However as a character I failed to warm to her. This movie had plenty of villains, a simple minded princess and not much else.

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greedybadideaMay 25, 2020

Maleficent is a powerful fairy living in the Moors, a magical forest realm bordering a human kingdom. As a young girl, Maleficent meets and falls in love with a human peasant boy named Stefan. On Maleficent's 16th birthday, Stefan said heMaleficent is a powerful fairy living in the Moors, a magical forest realm bordering a human kingdom. As a young girl, Maleficent meets and falls in love with a human peasant boy named Stefan. On Maleficent's 16th birthday, Stefan said he will be giving her the purest and rarest gift he could give, True Love's Kiss, but it was not to be. His love is overshadowed by ambition, and as they grow older, the two grow apart and Maleficent becomes protector of the Moors.
When King Henry tries to conquer the Moors, Maleficent mortally wounds him, forcing his retreat. As he lies dying, he declares that whoever kills Maleficent will be named his successor and marry his daughter. Stefan visits Maleficent in the Moors, drugs her, but is unable to bring himself to kill Maleficent. Instead, he severs her wings using iron, which is lethal to fairies, and presents them to the king. Devastated by Stefan's betrayal, Maleficent turns the Moors into a dark kingdom and transforms a raven named Diaval to serve her.
After some time, Diaval informs Maleficent that King Stefan's new-born daughter, Aurora is being christened. Vengeful, Maleficent arrives uninvited and curses the infant princess: on her 16th birthday, she will prick her finger on a spinning wheel spindle and fall into a permanent deep sleep. Maleficent mocks Stefan's plea for mercy but offers an antidote; the curse can be broken by true love's kiss, which Maleficent and Stefan believe is nonexistent.
Stefan sends Aurora away to live with three pixies — Knotgrass, Thistlewit, and Flittle — to protect her until the day after her 16th birthday. He destroys every spinning wheel in the kingdom and hides their remnants in the castle dungeon. Stefan sends his armies to find and kill Maleficent, but she surrounds the Moors with an impenetrable wall of thorns. In trying to prevent the curse, Stefan slips into madness and paranoia, even neglecting to see his wife on her deathbed.
As the years pass, Maleficent gradually begins to care for the young Aurora when the bumbling and neglectful pixies fail to properly look after her. After briefly meeting Aurora, Maleficent watches over her from afar. When Aurora is 15, she encounters Maleficent. Aware she is being watched over, Aurora believes Maleficent to be her "fairy godmother". Maleficent realizes that she cares for the girl and unsuccessfully attempts to undo the curse, but it is unbreakable other than by true love's kiss. Meanwhile, in the forest, Aurora meets a young prince named Phillip, and the two are attracted to each other.
On the day before Aurora's 16th birthday, Aurora tells Maleficent that she would like to live with her in the Moors. When Aurora returns to the cottage, the pixies inadvertently tell Aurora of her past and Maleficent's true identity. Aurora runs to her father's castle, upset that Maleficent had never told her about the curse.
To protect Aurora, Stefan locks her in a room while plotting to kill Maleficent. However, the curse's power draws Aurora to the dungeon. Aurora pricks her finger on a spindle and falls into a deep sleep, fulfilling the curse. Maleficent, intent on saving her, abducts Phillip and infiltrates Stefan's castle. Phillip's kiss fails to awaken Aurora. Finally regretting her past mistakes, Maleficent tearfully apologizes to Aurora and kisses her forehead. Aurora awakens, as Maleficent's motherly feelings for her goddaughter count as true love.
As Maleficent and Aurora attempt to leave, Stefan and his guards ambush them. An iron net is dropped on Maleficent. Maleficent transforms Diaval into a dragon, who battles Stefan's guards, but he is eventually captured as well. Before Stefan delivers the fatal blow, Aurora finds Maleficent's caged wings and releases them. They fly to Maleficent and reattach themselves. Maleficent carries Stefan to the top of the castle's highest tower but cannot bring herself to kill him. However, Stefan attacks Maleficent as she turns away, and they both plummet from the tower, entwined. Maleficent opens her wings and Stefan loses his grip, falling to his death.
In the end, Maleficent returns the Moors to its former glory, and Aurora is crowned queen to unite the two kingdoms.… Expand

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robertoiglesiasApr 19, 2020

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I think this film is okay. On the one hand, the performances are great, especially Jolie as Maleficent. The story starts out interesting and has a good first act and the third act is decent.
But the second act is where it fails. There are points in this film where Maleficent could be evil, but instead she becomes the actual mother of Aurora because the 3 fairies are so irresponsible, annoying, and carress. So Maleficent is the hero. UGH! There's also suspense for when the fairies move baby Aurora into a new cottage. Maleficent immediately finds them, removing all suspense, and THE BABY IS LEFT OUTSIDE AND NEARLY DIES! WTF!
I hate the fairies in this. They are so irritating, they are so careless, they are awful at raising Aurora, they get into fights, and are useless.

I wish this film kept the first act, but had Maleficent do a bunch of evil things, like burn down the castle, causing Stefan to move (adding suspense to when Maleficent finds his castle after she is taken to his new castle in the third act), kill soldiers who try to attack her, and more.

About the part of Maleficent finding Aurora, I would rewrite it to a soldier sent to bring her back the day before her 16th birthday, and Maleficent finds him about to approach the cottage before she makes Diaval kill him. I think it would've been better.

So Maleficent is an ok film imo. I do find it better if you see how this leads into the sequel. As a standalone film, it needed some improvements, but as a film leading up to an epic sequel, it's better than I make it out to be.… Expand

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juliobrito06079Jan 18, 2020

It's quite entertaining and the story hooks you like never before. The effects are spectacular. I liked it a lot

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JPKDec 15, 2019

Interesting Retelling
This remake of Sleeping Beauty isn’t flawless, But it is interesting at times.

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Jp117Dec 11, 2019

Terrible.....................................................................

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buteratx04Oct 28, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. good film! Omg girllsss you sooooo amazing gurrrrllllll this movie i'ts so fantastic ohhhhh… Expand

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PillisOct 23, 2019

Angelina is flawless and she can sell whatever film she's in simply with her stunning beauty and mesmerising talent. Sublime casting choice. Having said that, while the movie is good at heart in retelling Maleficent's story, a sloppyAngelina is flawless and she can sell whatever film she's in simply with her stunning beauty and mesmerising talent. Sublime casting choice. Having said that, while the movie is good at heart in retelling Maleficent's story, a sloppy direction and cheap sets make for a disappointing experience. The camera work and the lighting are really bad with characters casting their own shadows against each other giving the film a cheap soap opera look. Acting and writing are subpar and CGI isn't very refined. Yet it's hard not to cry at the endearing relationship between Maleficent and Aurora. The changing emotions within the main character are well displayed and Angelina gives and iconic and strong performance. Watch part 2 because it ties perfectly with this one and because it's a much better movie.… Expand

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BroyaxOct 18, 2019

Une autre vision de la "belle au bois dormant" assez intéressante ma foi et davantage en nuances de gris qu'en noir et blanc manichéen même si à la fin, ça reste du Disney fort classique, à savoir un machin bien niais quand même !

AngelinaUne autre vision de la "belle au bois dormant" assez intéressante ma foi et davantage en nuances de gris qu'en noir et blanc manichéen même si à la fin, ça reste du Disney fort classique, à savoir un machin bien niais quand même !

Angelina s'en sort avec les honneurs même si son maquillage malhabile (et son chirurgien je suppose) ont un peu trop bricolé sur la vedette : elle a la peau tirée comme un tambour ! c'est carrément effrayant au niveau des pommettes ! Momie Angelina, sors de ton sarcophage, on t'appelle...

Une fée en colère donc et une histoire de vengeance qui ne se déroule pas comme prévu... Maléfique n'est pas si maléfique que cela mais la princesse somnolente est en tout cas une vraie bécasse, idéalement interprétée par la petite dinde, Elle Fanning, au naturel ici. On déplore hélas quelques longueurs dans le récit, à croire qu'il cherche à endormir vraiment tout le monde...

La réalisation malgré ses beaux effets reste largement perfectible et toujours brouillonne dans l'action ; on s'étonne en outre de certains choix curieux comme les trois fées "Clochette" dont deux d'entre elles sont... des vioques ! ou bien du dragon qui se laisse facilement enchaîner : est-ce qu'on lui apprend à jongler juste après ? un dragon, bordel !

Enfin, la musique est envahissante en plus d'être énervante... ou inversement. Mais pour un film Disney, c'est tout-à-fait regardable, y compris jusqu'à la fin : une petite prouesse, l'air de rien.… Expand

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imjuliocesarOct 18, 2019

Bom filme, não tão empolgante assim, mas a Disney fez um bom live action mesmo assim

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manningn15Jun 9, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I loved Maleficent so much more than the animated Sleeping Beauty, because this one focuses on Maleficent. Angelina Jolie's performance was stupendous, she was so cool and creepy. Sam Riley and Elle Fanning also gave great performances. The visual effects were excellent especially all of the magical creatures and Maleficent's magic. The costumes were terrific specifically Maleficent's black gown. The musical score and soundtrack were also fantastic, I especially loved Lana Del Rey's version of Once Upon a Dream. I loved this movie so much and I give it a A+.… Expand

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TheFrogApr 13, 2019

I should have loved this movie. Angelina Jolie is simply perfect as Maleficent, both in appearance and in demeanor. She conveys a complex character with absolute mastery. I liked a lot Sharlto Copley too. Well, there's not really much else,I should have loved this movie. Angelina Jolie is simply perfect as Maleficent, both in appearance and in demeanor. She conveys a complex character with absolute mastery. I liked a lot Sharlto Copley too. Well, there's not really much else, secondary characters are almost non existent.
So, what is the problem? The usual Disney fare: there *is* an absolute evil, and that is male nature, as exemplified by not one but two kings, plus a number of soldiers who are depicted as little more than bullies: arrogant when they think they have the upper hand, frightened as chickens as soon as danger makes an appearance. Man is greedy, weak and treacherous. He won't hesitate to betray the most sacred ties, and is chronically unable to show even a tiny bit of love (see king towards daughter).
Yes, of course the writer behind this is a woman; unfortunately she started to enjoy her misandrist tirades too much to remember that the best villains are the ones that seduce the audience. How many of Shakespeare's villains were more interesting than the heroes? In Maleficent the main villain has absolutely no redeeming qualities, no personality, no feelings and not even the least bit of strength, he never surprises and is overpowered at every step. Remember by contrast the original Disney Maleficent: would you describe her as helpless? Not at all, and that was an important part of her sinister charm.
I understand that this idea of masculinity is now considered trendy and in fact drives many a successful production, but in this case it has produced one of the most boring villains ever. In my opinion, not a good thing for the movie.… Expand

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BilalPervaiz58Nov 18, 2018

Good High Fantasy Film fairies, giants monsters, flying horse etc
Also Story, VFX, Cast etc are tremendous,
I Enjoyed and Liked the Film
Regards

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LivingTribunalJun 18, 2018

Yes! I like the way that Disney creatively recreated Sleeping Beauty. IT might not have succeeded, but it was a good try.

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FilipeNetoMay 12, 2018

This film basically recounts the old story of Sleeping Beauty from the point of view of the wicked witch, which ends up being transformed into a sympathetic anti-heroine. The lead role is played by Angelina Jolie, who does a very satisfyingThis film basically recounts the old story of Sleeping Beauty from the point of view of the wicked witch, which ends up being transformed into a sympathetic anti-heroine. The lead role is played by Angelina Jolie, who does a very satisfying job in this film. Unfortunately, Elle Fanning is a totally superficial Sleeping Beauty. She is a pretty silly face that appears because it has to appear. But the blame may be on the script rather than the actress. In fact, the script tells an interesting story and is generally good (especially if we realize from the beginning that the film is a reinvention of Charles Perrault's short story) but it also presents ideas and situations that we just can not swallow, like the initial attack on the Maleficent kingdom, with an entire army in line for battle against an enchanted forest. The Roman emperor Nero (or Caligula?) did something similar when he wanted to conquer the ocean and dominate the god Neptune, but we know he was crazy... The movie has several situations that our logic simply does not accept, even with the excuse of magic. Stromberg, the director, did an interesting job, although the film used (and abused) CGI and special effects. The photo is very bright and colorful, sometimes it even looks like an animation.

This movie is a good movie to watch with the family. The younger ones will probably like it more than the adults, but the film has something to give to the grown up too, especially in the final half, where the film takes on more dramatic force.… Expand

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beeanadouMay 7, 2018

Forget about the critics,the best classic fairy stale based movies for years. Story adaption competes with the Shrek movies. I was going to give it a 9, but after seeing how underestimated it is now, a full-mark for it.

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Hurricane16Mar 7, 2018

Maleficent is bad, and not even respectfully bad, because it seems like Disney didn’t even try to swing for the fences on this one

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Miles_SDec 3, 2017

A grim, poorly written film that's only real achievement is it's CGI. My hatred of Disney's recent series of reimaginings of it's classic traditionally animated movies, showing them immense disrespect and possibly harming their legacy amongA grim, poorly written film that's only real achievement is it's CGI. My hatred of Disney's recent series of reimaginings of it's classic traditionally animated movies, showing them immense disrespect and possibly harming their legacy among more discerning filmgoers not familiar with the originals.… Expand

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GorbaxDec 2, 2017

A grim, poorly written film that's only real achievement is it's CGI. My hatred of Disney's recent series of reimaginings of it's classic traditionally animated movies, showing them immense disrespect and possibly harming their legacy amongA grim, poorly written film that's only real achievement is it's CGI. My hatred of Disney's recent series of reimaginings of it's classic traditionally animated movies, showing them immense disrespect and possibly harming their legacy among more discerning filmgoers not familiar with the originals.… Expand

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Voodoo123Nov 20, 2017

+Impressive fantasy visuals
+Great cast
+Enchanting soundtrack +Great idea for a plot -Plays it safe keeps things PG Was really entertained by this cheesy-good movie. I highly recommend this of your'e a big fan of 80's/90's fantasy movies+Impressive fantasy visuals
+Great cast
+Enchanting soundtrack
+Great idea for a plot
-Plays it safe keeps things PG

Was really entertained by this cheesy-good movie. I highly recommend this of your'e a big fan of 80's/90's fantasy movies (Legend, willow, Hook). Maleficent plays with the 'good vs evil' plot in a wonderous fantasy setting. Angelina as very effective as the titlular character so the emotional tones of this story hit the mark for me. I highly recommend this fantasy film!… Expand

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SrPepeNov 18, 2017

Una interesante película de Disney. Hacer una obra acerca de la villana no debe ser fácil y la verdad que lo manejaron muy bien. Me gustó, aunque no la vería de nuevo.

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TiptilludropNov 15, 2017

God damn finally a well made original fairytale production. I mean ofc it has some flaws but its really a no miss movie if you enjoy fairytales. Acting is subtle and spot on. Presentation and pacing is sufficient. Sometimes it gets a bitGod damn finally a well made original fairytale production. I mean ofc it has some flaws but its really a no miss movie if you enjoy fairytales. Acting is subtle and spot on. Presentation and pacing is sufficient. Sometimes it gets a bit boring but those passages are few and far between.… Expand

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inaneswineNov 14, 2017

All the cast put in fine performances, particularly Jolie. I also praise Disney for introducing a grey area to all the black-and-white fairytales we already know (though this is not original or innovative). It certainly looks beautifulAll the cast put in fine performances, particularly Jolie. I also praise Disney for introducing a grey area to all the black-and-white fairytales we already know (though this is not original or innovative). It certainly looks beautiful enough, with the 3D - like with most features - being most effective on the quiet, less spectacular scenes (such as the walk through the forest) as opposed to the grandiose battle scenes. Nonetheless, with all that going for it, it still feels like little more than another telling of the same story, as opposed to a retelling.

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LUKEOPERCOUPOct 3, 2017

Maleficent is a very deep emotional movie, a glory to the eyes and a perfect interpretation of Jolie. Best Disney adaptation till date, with good plot and a lot of magic around every single things on it. Story is well executed and planned,Maleficent is a very deep emotional movie, a glory to the eyes and a perfect interpretation of Jolie. Best Disney adaptation till date, with good plot and a lot of magic around every single things on it. Story is well executed and planned, revealing to us step by step leaving us with hunger, creating a new 'dark magical' topic around this epic villan that makes you feel reflected and identified from the bottom of your heart.… Expand

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BLK99Aug 30, 2017

mal escrita, peor dirigida, las actuaciones son pesimas, aunque Angelina Jolie salva la pelicula, tal vez trabajar mas el contexto, se siente muy simple y vacia

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MonkiReviewsMay 29, 2017

A great retelling of a classic. I always love the stories of bad people being the good people. The movie feels magical in everyway, and I love it. The acting is also good, but some feels awkward.

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spongeswiftMar 26, 2017

Maleficent was good... Yes it had some very big flaws but it was still an overall solid film. The story felt fresh and very unpredictable which gave the movie a dark feel even when it wasn't supposed to. Overall Disney fans will love thisMaleficent was good... Yes it had some very big flaws but it was still an overall solid film. The story felt fresh and very unpredictable which gave the movie a dark feel even when it wasn't supposed to. Overall Disney fans will love this movie but regular movie goers will take it or leave it.… Expand

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shiftworkerAug 22, 2016

Feeling nostalgic for a childhood full of fairy-tales? if so then this could be the cherry on the chocolate cake. Take fairies, enchantment and Angelina Jolie and add big-budget special effects for simple entertainment. Of course if you're aFeeling nostalgic for a childhood full of fairy-tales? if so then this could be the cherry on the chocolate cake. Take fairies, enchantment and Angelina Jolie and add big-budget special effects for simple entertainment. Of course if you're a wizened old fool like me this sort of movie is a guilty pleasure. I'll probably give it a another look in about 5 years or so..… Expand

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MrMovieBuffMay 2, 2016

I must confess, I was not really a huge fan of Walt Disney's 'Sleeping Beauty' (1959), for some reason, I thought that the film was nowhere near as fun or endearing as 'Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs' (1937) or 'Cinderella' (1950). I did,I must confess, I was not really a huge fan of Walt Disney's 'Sleeping Beauty' (1959), for some reason, I thought that the film was nowhere near as fun or endearing as 'Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs' (1937) or 'Cinderella' (1950). I did, however, enjoy the evil presence of the ever so powerful Maleficent, thinking she could just be one of the best Disney villains of all time, you would think that making a movie about her would be interesting, especially with Oscar winner Angelina Jolie in the title role.

I am afraid that this film does not do the title character justice, 'Maleficent' commits the crime of being utterly boring, which is a word you wouldn't think could be used to describe a Disney film, but it is.

We see Maleficent from a young age, and how she meets a boy named Stefan, and they grow up together falling in love. One day, when Stefan leaves for the kingdom, Maleficent is charged with almost killing the king. The king then promises whoever kills this villainous Maleficent will be the next in line to the throne.

Sharlto Copley plays the much older Stefan, and he wants the throne so badly, that he betrays Maleficent on order to do so. Ever since this, we see Maleficent grow bitter, and when Stefan gets married and gives birth to a daughter, that's when she decides to curse the child. So, that's the reason why Maleficent did what she did, it's because the king is a cold-hearted person who is just unlikeable. If you're thinking that's not what happened in the animated classic, you are right...already this film makes no sense.

Elle Fanning plays the princess Aurora, she is convinced that Maleficent is her fairy godmother, since she has been watching her since she was a baby. The two seem to get along, and Maleficent seems to think that maybe she is overreacting, which in this case, yeah she is.

This film spends too much time showing us some colorful CGI, and numerous flying creatures as if we are in a "Harry Potter" film, but neither look impressive enough to hold our attention for more than five minutes. The film also plods along ever so slowly, for a film that is supposed to be 97 minutes long, it feels like an extra hour longer. There is no life in this film, no sense of fun and excitement...it is devoid of energy.

Angelina Jolie looks great in the role, but she is ultimately one note, I do not blame her, the blame is for the screenwriter, who just happens to be Linda Woolverton who wrote the wonderful 'Beauty and the Beast' (1991). How could a writer, who wrote something so magical, and so exciting...then go to to write something so lifeless and almost boring?

The dark colors and cartoon-ish CGI do not save the movie at all, everything about this film is just not worth your time or money. 'Maleficent' is a magnificent bore.… Expand

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MeritCobaFeb 29, 2016

I often find myself among the cynical as it comes to movies, so when I see a movie that is heartwarming I suddenly know what I have been missing out.
Maleficent is such a heartwarming movie because it wants to make you understand theI often find myself among the cynical as it comes to movies, so when I see a movie that is heartwarming I suddenly know what I have been missing out.
Maleficent is such a heartwarming movie because it wants to make you understand the reason for the actions of the 'evil' person in an old fairy tale. It also incorporates a deeper tale as it shows the consequence of one (impulsive) action(the curse), which inevitably results in a series of actions that cause an inescapable result.
Maleficent is a magical being wronged by Stefan, a human friend who abuses her trust. He desires to be king, and therefore he steals her wings. The irony is that he only steals the wings and does not kill her as he was asked to do, he cannot bring himself to do it. His actions are therefore at the one hand selfish, but on the other hand: he also shies away from outright killing Maleficent.
But stealing what is dear to her, her ability to fly, makes her hate him. So she plots revenge and when her old friend Stefan, now king Stefan gets a daughter she shows up at the celebration in the palace to place a curse on the child: she will prick herself on a spinning wheel the day she turns 17 and fall asleep until a true love will kiss her. And since Maleficent does not belief in true love, she is sure that it will never happen.
And this starts the tale. For Maleficent keeps track of her cursed victim, who grows up to be a lovely young woman. It puts her in a dubious position because to fulfill the curse the girl has to survive dangers and therefore she feels the need to rescue her unaware and unwanted charge. And thus the wicked witch thaws towards the girl.
But alas the curse can not be denied and inevitably the tale proceeds towards it's predicated ending. Now Maleficent no longer has to make sure that the girl survives, she wants to rescue her from the curse. But how to do it?
I won't tell you the end, but the story gripped me. You probably see the twist at then coming from miles away, but I still find it a nice one and for once: what does it matter. This is a fairy tale and a lovely story.

However I admit that there are some things wrong with the movie. For instance, instead of explaining the actions of an 'evil' person, the 'evilness' attributed to Maleficent is in essence shifted on the shoulders of king Stefan. Now he becomes the evil guy as he has stolen her wings and turns into an unreasonable, uncaring and hatefu tyrant. It is sad that could not have him act withing the understandable limitations of humanity in that he intended to do good, but he ended up doing wrong. Now he is just the new bad guy.

And then there is one thing that was no pushed far enough. At some moments the relation between Sleeping Beauty Aurora and Maleficent seems almost of a lesbian nature. It could have been played upon more deliberately in my opinion. This would have given the movie an extra layer. However, considering that a lot of people would not understand nor like it and since this is a Disney film I can understand that they went as far as they went but not one step further.

The drill down: Angelina Jolie plays a marvelous Maleficent in a heart warming story that gives a twist on a well known fairy tale. You end up with a smile and a tear. I give it a nine.… Expand

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EpicLadySpongeFeb 3, 2016

Maleficent is Disney's first attempt at a movie that stars a villain to be the main role; --- correct me if I'm wrong --- however, there's almost no attempt to survive this long movie.

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FilmQueenOct 30, 2015

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This started out to be promising, but by the end it just became worse and worse. Retelling the story from the villain's point of view could have worked if only she had stayed a villain and the characters had acted reasonably, but nothing made any sense. Maleficent wanted revenge and she could have killed the young princess a hundred times yet she did not. The father didn't need to send his daughter away, especially not with 3 so incompetent women. He also didn't react realistically when he was reunited with his daughter considering that he was so crazy because he loved her so much and tried to protect her. I expected that the "true love's kiss" in the end is gonna be a twist and it could have worked if only it was Diaval who kissed her, because it was built up, from the very beginning it seemed like he cared about the princess. If maleficent remained a villain as she is supposed to be, it would have been nice to see that the bird/guy she tormented turns against her, ruin her evil plan and two person who suffered Maleficent's cruelty end up together. Instead, this "twist" is plain dumb, the king became completely evil for no logical reason, the villain became nice again for no logical reason... etc. Meh..everything is dumb in this movie.
So let's see the positive things... It looks good. Yeh, that's it. The visual effects are cool, the whole fantasy setting is beautiful, the costumes are great, Maleficent looks exactly as she is supposed to look. But this does not save the movie, its bad, don't watch it!… Expand

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rfunesAug 1, 2015

This movie is a disgrace to the original. It manages to twist all characters from good to evil, careless and dumb. It is another try to justify evil, and to portrait the victims as the real villains. The only good part is that Disney seems toThis movie is a disgrace to the original. It manages to twist all characters from good to evil, careless and dumb. It is another try to justify evil, and to portrait the victims as the real villains. The only good part is that Disney seems to be learning from its mistakes (this one), as the new Cinderella movie (2015) is perfect.… Expand

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oblique15May 9, 2015

I did not go in this expecting to like it so much. I was curious to see how they could make a movie on Sleeping Beauty witch, and ended up loving it. I really liked the character, and cared for her. Who knew I could like the witch. Once youI did not go in this expecting to like it so much. I was curious to see how they could make a movie on Sleeping Beauty witch, and ended up loving it. I really liked the character, and cared for her. Who knew I could like the witch. Once you learn about her story your opinion of her can easily change.… Expand

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Tbone413Apr 16, 2015

This is so good. I love everything in Maleficent, it's amazing to watch. Disney must be proud of themselves. I can't really complain about this wonderful. If you haven't seen it yet, you are missing out. Once again, great job Disney.

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Jim222001Apr 14, 2015

Everyone is irrelevant but Maleficent pretty much. Even the three fairies who are supposed to watch over Aurora are careless morons in this. But Jolie shines enough to make it watchable despite it hacking up the Sleeping Beauty story.

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ThatCoolCriticApr 12, 2015

Why, Why does Disney have to reboot Sleeping Beauty? Now, I wasn't the biggest fan of the original movie but it was a pretty decent flick. But what I loved the most about the movie was the villain, Maleficent. She was so creepy and evil, itWhy, Why does Disney have to reboot Sleeping Beauty? Now, I wasn't the biggest fan of the original movie but it was a pretty decent flick. But what I loved the most about the movie was the villain, Maleficent. She was so creepy and evil, it was awesome! So when I heard Disney was going to make a live action adaptation of Sleeping Beauty focused completely on Maleficent, I was excited. But my god was I wrong! For one, they make Maleficent good. That is such a bad idea and the worst part is they want us to simpithize with her! Uh, hello you realize she cursed and infant baby right? Speeking of which, Aurora is really bland in this movie. And don't even get me started on Prince Philip, he's pretty much useless in this film. King Stefen is probably the most forgettable Disney villains ever. The three fairies, WHAT THE HECK!!! They turned them into Three Stooges … Expand

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CherryxldMar 29, 2015

Maleficent es un largometraje que, al final, logra lanzar un buen hechizo para convertirse en una entretenida y abundante historia de cuentos de hadas.

Esta película logra darnos un buen espectáculo visual con sus buenos efectos visuales yMaleficent es un largometraje que, al final, logra lanzar un buen hechizo para convertirse en una entretenida y abundante historia de cuentos de hadas.

Esta película logra darnos un buen espectáculo visual con sus buenos efectos visuales y su buena escenografía en esta historia que resulta agradable y bastante formidable y tierna señalando, digamos, unos aspectos más oscuros a la historia original de "La Bella Durmiente"., además, la encarnación de Angelina Jolie como el personaje principal de la historia (Maléfica) resulta tan bien actuado y creíble como "malvado".… Expand

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JacobMar 18, 2015

Maleficent will no doubt entertain the little girls with some dazzling visuals and an amazing performance by Angelina Jolee as the classic Disney villain. Unfortunately, I am a little girl and while this director lengthy resume with visualMaleficent will no doubt entertain the little girls with some dazzling visuals and an amazing performance by Angelina Jolee as the classic Disney villain. Unfortunately, I am a little girl and while this director lengthy resume with visual effects clearly shows it also shows that he doesn’t know much else. This is a first time director whose mainly done visuals all his life, which is reflected in his failure to tell a good story. The film starts telling a story about two good characters and it seems like we will get the interesting motivations for Maleficent being evil or a misunderstood villain but instead the film just switches the moralities leaving me wondering if the King will get his own movie where he is shown in better light. I didn’t expect much from this movie but I never thought I’d get writing this atrocious with poorly written characters, an incoherent story, and an experience that makes me want to prick my finger on the spinning wheel and die. I’d only watch this film with the sound turned off up until the credits when Once Upon a Dream plays, which is the only enjoyable part of this film.… Expand

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CatdonkeyMar 2, 2015

I've had this on DVD for a week now and the kids have watched it on repeat every day. By rights I should have pulled my eyes out of my head with insanity. But I haven't and here's why. This film is great. I didn't think I would like it. II've had this on DVD for a week now and the kids have watched it on repeat every day. By rights I should have pulled my eyes out of my head with insanity. But I haven't and here's why. This film is great. I didn't think I would like it. I didn't rush to the cinema to see it. But having had it play in the background constantly I have found myself getting drawn in. It is beautiful, enchanting, funny and scary (for the little ones at least). Each time I've watched it I have seen something new.

I've also been subjected to the animated Sleeping Beauty, which is a favourite in our household. I always loved the part where Maleficent appeared at the christening to curse the baby and thought it was pretty scary. I watched the same scene from each movie in succession and quite frankly Angelina Jolie nails it. The scene in the new film is terrifying compared with the original animated version.

All of the acting was good. Even the dodgy Scottish accents weren't too bad. I don't know where Hollywood get their vocal coaches from, but they are getting it right. Ellie Fanning and Angelina Jolie have perfect English received pronunciation.

I'd like to see more of Isobelle Molley too, who played the young Maleficent. She was wonderful.

I really don't get the negative reviews. I think people have vested interests or are over thinking things.… Expand

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WJSFeb 21, 2015

This film looks fantastic, with amazing effects and spectacular production design. However, if not for Angelina Jolie's mesmerizing performance it would lose a lot of its charm (or potential for charm). It gets dragged down in its own storyThis film looks fantastic, with amazing effects and spectacular production design. However, if not for Angelina Jolie's mesmerizing performance it would lose a lot of its charm (or potential for charm). It gets dragged down in its own story and proves to be a lot darker than it really needs to be.… Expand

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sanyrubJan 25, 2015

The movie looks so beautiful, Angelina Jolie is perfect in her role, there are a couple of powerful moments and overall it is not boring. But the story is weak, the most interesting part is the first act, while there´s a big amount of minutesThe movie looks so beautiful, Angelina Jolie is perfect in her role, there are a couple of powerful moments and overall it is not boring. But the story is weak, the most interesting part is the first act, while there´s a big amount of minutes where nothing seems to happen in the second act. Nice message with some women empowerment. Not much more going on. You can stream it.… Expand

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IMAX500Jan 18, 2015

Not one of the Best spin-off villain movie. But everything is amazing. Strong Performances, Neat Story, better Sound mixing, VFX, and very good screenplay. Replay Value: High

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joshua11Jan 9, 2015

A n awesome, and more delightful remake of the 1959 Sleeping Beauty. The performanes were really good , and the special effects were superb. When I first saw this movie in the theaters, I sat in the front-I'm glad I did.

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BlaKDemonaZJan 3, 2015

Gostei muito de ver a história da Bela Adormecida sendo contada a partir do ponto de vista da Malévola, uma das vilãs mais temidas do universo Disney!! E com um show de interpretação da Angelina Jolie!!

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Le__XenomorphDec 29, 2014

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A very well done and beautifully crafted Disney film about the classic story of sleeping beauty. But this time, there is much more emphasis on Maleficent and Angelina Jolie gives a top-notch performance as Maleficent. Sharlto Copley was also good as a revengeful king who seeks out Maleficent. I would highly recommend this film to fans of Sleeping Beauty. 8/10 (Great)… Expand

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DafsterDec 18, 2014

I can see how this movie wanted to mix up the usual fairy-tale aspects, and while it did have some nice ideas especially revealed towards the end, I felt as though basing it on another story rather than being completely original held backI can see how this movie wanted to mix up the usual fairy-tale aspects, and while it did have some nice ideas especially revealed towards the end, I felt as though basing it on another story rather than being completely original held back what could've been done with these ideas. That being said, Jolie was great and it is still entertaining enough. I'm giving it a 6.5.… Expand

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Rox22Dec 16, 2014

I got to say, it is rare these days when I would say that the adaptation is better than what it was based off of. Then again, Disney's Sleeping Beauty wasn't that great to begin with.

I really do love the alternate take of the story thatI got to say, it is rare these days when I would say that the adaptation is better than what it was based off of. Then again, Disney's Sleeping Beauty wasn't that great to begin with.

I really do love the alternate take of the story that completely humanizes Maleficent and shows her side of the story. There are a few rather big plot holes, but the story is so entertaining they can be overlooked. Angelina Jolie is just perfect for the role and looks like she is having a blast. Elle Fanning also did a decent job. The rest of the cast however is completely forgettable.

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Maleficent is far better than I expected it to be and I thoroughly enjoyed it.… Expand

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BarbyDec 5, 2014

A wonderful change in outlook of a traditional tale in which we noticed that the wonderful traditional tale of the Sleeping Beauty was narrated only from the human's point of view, but there is also the perspective of the fairies, and we willA wonderful change in outlook of a traditional tale in which we noticed that the wonderful traditional tale of the Sleeping Beauty was narrated only from the human's point of view, but there is also the perspective of the fairies, and we will find it incredibly much more logical than the human's pretentious version of the story.… Expand

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horcrux2007Dec 4, 2014

You can tell the director was a more "style over substance" kind of guy. The acting from Angelina Jolie was flawless, but the other actors were pretty bland, mostly due to the horrendous script. I was expecting more of a fantasy-action film,You can tell the director was a more "style over substance" kind of guy. The acting from Angelina Jolie was flawless, but the other actors were pretty bland, mostly due to the horrendous script. I was expecting more of a fantasy-action film, because that's how it was advertised, but what I got was "Maleficent bonding with baby Aurora". The supporting characters, namely the three fairies and the raven character whose names I forgot, were extremely aggravating and just took away from the overall story. The fairies in particular created unnecessary comic relief. If this is the "true" story of Maleficent, I'll just stick with the story we "thought" was true. Ignorance is bliss.… Expand

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diogomendesDec 3, 2014

The visuals are striking and Angelina Jolie is phenomenal but even those points can't compensate "Maleficent" from its bland narrative and hackneyed tone.

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mrmonsterNov 29, 2014

This movie was way underrated by the critics. Personally, i thought the movie was great, Angelina Jolie rocked the part, and it deviated just enough from the original mvoie to make it good while still keeping true to the story.

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Movi3R3vi3werNov 27, 2014

Wow...way to take one of the greatest Disney villains, in fact one of the greatest Disney films and butcher it. This movie is a disgrace to the original source material. While beautiful looking, this movie never for once had my attention.

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MuskieNov 24, 2014

A classic! Forget the haters. It is a very well made movie. The princess is not really convincing when she plays the innocent and marveled girl but that is ok. The prince well... we don't know a thing about him but.... The problem is that 2hA classic! Forget the haters. It is a very well made movie. The princess is not really convincing when she plays the innocent and marveled girl but that is ok. The prince well... we don't know a thing about him but.... The problem is that 2h is not enough to introduce all the characters only Maleficient and her servitors are focused in this movie. I think this movie shows the other side of this enchanted world and it is great. A great idea in fact. In that way we see magic effects all over the place. Something you don't find in the original stories.… Expand

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REDWOUNov 22, 2014

Maleficent was incredibly predictable. I didn't like just because of it being so predictable. It's barely original, since there are so many cliches that unfortunately benefit to the predictability behind the movie.

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Trev29Nov 15, 2014

Angelina Jolie was clearly what saved this movie. The way she approached her lines was great, but there were too many dramatic shots of her doing nothing. If the story was a little more in depth I think it would have been a much better film.

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DCEdmondsNov 13, 2014

"Maleficent" 10 Scale Rating: 7.5 (Very Good) ...

The Good: Jolie seems like she was born to play Maleficent as she was perfect in bringing the classic villain to the big screen. A mere cock of her eyebrow or well-timed menacing glare"Maleficent" 10 Scale Rating: 7.5 (Very Good) ...

The Good: Jolie seems like she was born to play Maleficent as she was perfect in bringing the classic villain to the big screen. A mere cock of her eyebrow or well-timed menacing glare would often times be enough to get the point across. Perhaps the best performance of Jolie's career. The story itself is well done and Maleficent's transformation from wronged fairy to evil queen was one of the highlights of the film. As a fan of the classic tale, I was more than a little apprehensive with a film casting Maleficent as an anti-hero, but it was well handled and believable. The special effects were also, for the most part, top notch as expected.

The Bad: However, a few of the denizens of the fairy realm were poorly done and looked like cartoons. That was especially frustrating since the overwhelming majority of the film was an amazing spectacle. While I was fine with most of the liberties the film takes with the story (you are indeed warned that this is NOT the story you know, but instead is what really happened), there is a key part near the end that drops the film down a notch. I scratched my head at this particular scene as it almost makes you wonder why they made the film to begin with. Copley is hit and miss and on occasion over-acts. I sort of expected this from him though as it seems to be a common issue for him.… Expand

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felix99gomezNov 12, 2014

Mediocre and acceptable visuals, and an OKAY performance by Angelina Jolie and Charlto Copley is all this movie has to offer. Annoying one-noted characters, a messy and predictable script full of cliches. Maleficent is just Meh.

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redmikeNov 11, 2014

It was great. As the movie was nearing an end, my 9 year old looked over and said, "I wonder now who is the good guy and who is the bad guy." I think that's a good measure of how much they succeeded in making a new look at an old story.It was great. As the movie was nearing an end, my 9 year old looked over and said, "I wonder now who is the good guy and who is the bad guy." I think that's a good measure of how much they succeeded in making a new look at an old story. Angelina Jolie was fantastic.… Expand

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vikesh2206Nov 10, 2014

A spellbinding performance from Angelina Jolie as Maleficent and brilliant visual effects can't save the movie from its flaws which consists of: shoehorned characters (Prince Philip), slow pacing and an anti-climatic final showdown.

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DannyGNov 8, 2014

Storytelling Doesn't Get better Than This! What a brilliant story about love, betrayal, the lust for power, innocence and redemption. This is also about biodiversity and the clash of two worlds that literally exist side by side: one grosslyStorytelling Doesn't Get better Than This! What a brilliant story about love, betrayal, the lust for power, innocence and redemption. This is also about biodiversity and the clash of two worlds that literally exist side by side: one grossly materialistic, the other deeply spiritual; one ruthless and masculine, the other vital and feminine.

The spirituality portrayed in Maleficent will make believers in earth-centered religions cry tears of joy. What a teachable moment for our children and teens! It teaches us what it means to really be a hero. It reminds us all that the spiritual world around us, as well as the natural world, are quite diverse and amazingly beautiful, indeed!

Maleficent is a scathing indictment of materialism and the abuse of power. I'm so happy I had the courage watch this film because it so rare that Hollywood makes a film that's neither incredibly dumb or disgustingly violent.… Expand

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LilyMarinoNov 6, 2014

I absolutely love Maleficent. I just watched it and it is amazing. I would totally want to watch it again. Coodoos to the directors and the actors. Awesome job!!!!!!!!!!

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BrianMcCriticOct 29, 2014

This movie is ok but it lacks any of the wonder or imagination of the original Sleeping Beauty. Visually the film works, it looks great unfortunatly thats the best part similar to other disney retellings. The story is sloppy and man areThis movie is ok but it lacks any of the wonder or imagination of the original Sleeping Beauty. Visually the film works, it looks great unfortunatly thats the best part similar to other disney retellings. The story is sloppy and man are those fairies annoying. C+… Expand

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RubbishFilmOct 29, 2014

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I love this film! The fact that it shows you that Maleficent had a point to what she did and that she really did not mean it. So she really is a hero and villain. It also tells you that in this film Maleficent and Diaval were the only ones that truly cared for Aurora. Stefan was the true villain in this film not Maleficent as the fairytale says. The twist with true love's kiss was not expected I do not think by many. Personally I think that this film has been outstanding. Despite the fact that I am not a big Angelina Jolie I think she did exceptionally well in this film. My favourite two parts in the film was when Maleficent got her wings back and one of the mud creatures accidentally hit her with mud and Diaval started laughing at her so she made mud magically splat onto his face.… Expand

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OpinionatedGuyOct 20, 2014

This movie is a re-imagining of Sleeping Beauty told in a point of view from Maleficent, who is one of Disney’s most iconic villains. Because this is a re-imagining, there will be some changes from its original Disney adaptation and I have noThis movie is a re-imagining of Sleeping Beauty told in a point of view from Maleficent, who is one of Disney’s most iconic villains. Because this is a re-imagining, there will be some changes from its original Disney adaptation and I have no shame saying that I liked this version.

This is more of a redemption story for Maleficent and I like it.

The cast performances were really excellent. Who stood out the most was Angelina Jolie. She really played one of the most iconic Disney villains really well that she is Maleficent herself.

The visual effects were amazing for this movie. The direction from Robert Stromberg is also really great. The cinematography really makes this movie visually appealing.

As for the plot, while I do like how it redeems Maleficent, I don’t like how it solely focuses on Maleficent. Aurora has nothing interesting to do in this movie. She felt bland and although this movie is told from the point of view from Maleficent, Aurora should have something interesting to show, after all it’s still her story.

The character development made me care about Maleficent and his apprentice, but no one else and this is the main problem of this movie. I don’t give a flying crap about the rest of the characters. They’re either “Eh, okay” (The Prince Charming/Aurora) or “I wanna kill them already” (The stupid fairies/The terrible father of Aurora).

I like how this movie is narrated. I am not going to elaborate on this part because this is actually a plot twist. Shhh……..

Overall, this is not the best Disney movie ever. But, it’s entertaining enough for a Disney movie thanks to Angelina Jolie’s excellent performance as Maleficent and the visually-appealing cinematography and special effects. However, don’t expect too much from this movie. I guess this is why this movie disappointed a lot of people.… Expand

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TheApplegnomeOct 19, 2014

It’s not like Frozen, not even close.

Angelina Joline is the best thing with Malefecient, she is so great and no one could replace her and perform better! There are some entertaining moments in this movie that I truly enjoy and it’s bothIt’s not like Frozen, not even close.

Angelina Joline is the best thing with Malefecient, she is so great and no one could replace her and perform better! There are some entertaining moments in this movie that I truly enjoy and it’s both unique and groovy. But when it comes to the story and the bad CGI isn’t Malefecient a great movie. Malefecient doesn’t got the "Disney Magic” like Frozen or other big movies, it felt like a mix between a Disney movie and a reality based movie. The klimax of the film is another aspect that they could have done better, and there are some boring scenes. The worst thing is Sharlto Copley, the worst actor you could choose to play a king!

Malefecient is Disney's weakest installment of the year.

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Crystal7321Oct 7, 2014

Wonderful job, Angelina Jolie! Perfect and funny! And, what a great story. I lost my mom a few years ago, and the story is right. There is no truer love than a mother's love.

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LowbrowCinemaOct 5, 2014

I cannot stress enough my dislike and contempt for this film. MALEFICENT is one more overproduced piece of crap from the Disney machine. Angelina Jolie, who I actually like a lot, needs to get back to real acting which she has proven mostI cannot stress enough my dislike and contempt for this film. MALEFICENT is one more overproduced piece of crap from the Disney machine. Angelina Jolie, who I actually like a lot, needs to get back to real acting which she has proven most capable at. MALEFICENT is a sad indication of what some audience members actually want and we'll keep getting as long as the BO is strong (pun intended).… Expand

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Akilae0Oct 3, 2014

I mulled over how to rate this movie, I knew it was only about average, but I wasn't sure if it was deserving of a four or a six. The effects were fine (nice but nothing ground-breaking) and when there was action it was fairly well done. TheI mulled over how to rate this movie, I knew it was only about average, but I wasn't sure if it was deserving of a four or a six. The effects were fine (nice but nothing ground-breaking) and when there was action it was fairly well done. The characters were consistently stupid (lets not have guards around the king and his baby during a big party). Jolie did fine as Maleficent but there were definitely moments where her acting faltered.

All-in-all it had some interesting spins on the old Disney movie (and some stupid ones) but it was not perfect. If you want to see the movie I'd recommend renting it rather than buying it, it's not worth multiple screenings.… Expand

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BigZOct 1, 2014

I loved what was hinted at in this movie, not particularly what was done though. The visual splendor was riveting for sure. I knew that if any actress could pull off the Disney villain Maleficent, it was none other than Angelina Jolie, anI loved what was hinted at in this movie, not particularly what was done though. The visual splendor was riveting for sure. I knew that if any actress could pull off the Disney villain Maleficent, it was none other than Angelina Jolie, an all-time favorite of mine. But I cannot deny the fact that the things that made this a Disney movie is pretty much what ended up strangling it. I liked the angle of her being a fairy who isn't sure about humans but tries to connect and even love them and is betrayed in a gruesome fashion. The film seemed solid until she started to seem quite a bit softer than would be consistent for a dark fairy/witch who threatens an entire kingdom of people. It's not that she could have been more sadistic but more like all the other characters could have been smarter, like all of them. Everyone who wasn't Maleficent was either crazy or pin headed. Except maybe her helper crow. But that sort of made it an environment where she had to do everything for everyone like the nanny, kind of a weak approach for a character with such a strong presence. Meaning she needed a stronger antagonist, Sharlto Copley didn't deliver for me. Just came off a little too insane. The story just got too predictable and cliche' to stay intriguing. The visuals did not disappoint though and who can't help but love Angelina's portrayal of a famous villain. A different story all together may have proven better for her character. I mean, if everyone tells the story claiming that's how IT REALLY HAPPENED, i mean who actually knows how it really happened then? How many stories do you need to bleed dry Disney?… Expand

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alehmarchioriSep 24, 2014

In all the movie i was #TEAMaleficent, i love the fact that have a now history that don't depends of a man to break a curse, only depends of love, that all great movie

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tam2014Sep 18, 2014

Very good movie an amazing update on sleeping beauty with all its plot so interestingly made .The visual effects were breath taking though i can say that disney has done an amazing job.

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ryandiamandisSep 17, 2014

Why so many people didn't like it? One of the best Disney movies recently. I'll give 9 because of some points that are confusing, but it's amazing anyway.

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ViolettSep 13, 2014

Magnificent! It is like a dream. Such a wonderful remake of a story of Sleeping Beauty. Awesome special effects. Jolie's play is superb, her cheeks, her smile. I will definitely show this movie to my mother.

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lordslayerSep 7, 2014

Jolie's performance so overshadows the rest of the cast (and the rest of the movie) that you sometimes feel as if the other characters are, like us, just standing around watching her.

Also, the sleeping beaty wasnt that beautiful to beginJolie's performance so overshadows the rest of the cast (and the rest of the movie) that you sometimes feel as if the other characters are, like us, just standing around watching her.

Also, the sleeping beaty wasnt that beautiful to begin with..

Also, she had godlike powers and couldnt grow some new wings or go get her old ones back?

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beingryanjudeSep 3, 2014

A new and entirely different look at Disney's Maleficent. They've taken influence from Wicked--but, unfortunately, were unable to match it. Angelina Jolie's performance as Maleficent is notable, and may even be recognized by the Globes.

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stakoAug 23, 2014

If anyone ever asks you for an example of a great idea turning into a very mediocre movie - point this title out, I'm sure the will get the idea. If not, they should watch the original Sleeping Beauty and then watch this. Better? Yeah.
ThisIf anyone ever asks you for an example of a great idea turning into a very mediocre movie - point this title out, I'm sure the will get the idea. If not, they should watch the original Sleeping Beauty and then watch this. Better? Yeah.
This movie indeed has the potential to turn around the whole Sleeping Beauty story into something much better - more intricate, cooler and even thought provoking.
The main problem I have with this movie lays withing the writing and directing. Writers Linda Woolverton and Charles Perrault simply don't give the actors anything worthwhile to work with. Constantly the movie is preoccupied with transition scenes that literally tell us what has or is going on - too obvious, even for a children's movie. I believe it isn't in Disney's style.
Director Robert Stromberg went along with it and tried to make something of it, including some beautiful scenes, and other scenes that are as if ripped out from other fantasy flicks. He has done some pretty good work in the past, however here we see mediocrity and literacy, but I'm pretty sure that came out mainly from the script.
I have to note out that this movie contains some of the worst camerawork I've ever seen - awkward zooming and totally worthless scenes included.
Other than that, actors starring here had nothing to work with to begin with, so no one is even worth mentioning. Jolie tried to make Maleficent faithful and memorable, but ultimately fails, due to reasons already mentioned.
And there is nothing more to say. It's a pretty movie, it had the potential to be a masterpiece, however it falls short to be classified as even a Disney kid film.
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danachitAug 23, 2014

This movie surprised me. We all went expecting to be only slightly entertained but we were fully engaged and left, all expressing amazement at how good this film truly was. In fact, I saw it again a couple of week later. The trailers give theThis movie surprised me. We all went expecting to be only slightly entertained but we were fully engaged and left, all expressing amazement at how good this film truly was. In fact, I saw it again a couple of week later. The trailers give the impression it is scary. I took a 5 year old and he never once was fearful. It truly is not scary at all. The story is good, the images capture your attention and the pace moves right along. If you haven't seen it at the theaters, definitely rent the DVD. It will suprise you for sure!… Expand

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nicholasbertAug 21, 2014

The twisting of a classic fairy-tale is never easy - and it definitely shows how Disney is running out of original ideas, but the film in itself is not that bad, although completely dependent on Angelina Jolie's acting.

Indeed the otherThe twisting of a classic fairy-tale is never easy - and it definitely shows how Disney is running out of original ideas, but the film in itself is not that bad, although completely dependent on Angelina Jolie's acting.

Indeed the other actors are not quite up to the task, with the weird accent changes (I suppose the growingly Scottish accent of Stephan symbolizes his embitterment) and the exaggerated facial expressions... but if you have in mind it's a fairy-tale, it's all quite forgivable and forgettable. And Angelina looks like she could get a couple more pounds on her legs and neck, to be fair.

This film has a grand plot hole - I'm sure some have noticed. In my opinion, 10 to 20 minutes more of duration added to the ending could have fixed it, and would have probably made Maleficent a much better movie, but as we know, Disney don't like their movies to be more than 100 minutes long.

I wasn't expecting intelligent writing, big plot twists, witty dialogue, so I wasn't disappointed when I found none of those: again, the perspective is that of a fairy-tale, and it is, after all, a film meant for children. I just hope they have watched the animated Sleeping Beauty, or even better read the fairy-tale, before they watch Maleficent.… Expand

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VictorBuenoJul 28, 2014

With its weak story and exaggerated scenario "Maleficent" can not meet the expectations of the viewer, and the action of Angelina Joely can't save it from disaster that is.

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mockingjay20Jul 20, 2014

Maleficent is visually beautiful, the acting Angelina Jolie is great, but at times it movie can feel very childish. the characters are too flat (except maleficent) and Ellen Fanning for aurora is very silly, you have developmental problemsMaleficent is visually beautiful, the acting Angelina Jolie is great, but at times it movie can feel very childish. the characters are too flat (except maleficent) and Ellen Fanning for aurora is very silly, you have developmental problems and is very short. the 3D shows nothing new and it's generic, but it enjoys, will make you laugh and shows That Jolie Maleficent was born to be, to be a debutante director Robert stromberg made a faulty well done and well made things work. but after all is entertaining and has a great prologue featuring the origins of the greatest Disney villain, to do it justice.
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unicorn67Jul 19, 2014

LOVE IT! I would definitely see it again. Interesting twist to the original story . Great special effects. Entertaining movie. Angelina Joile is wonderful in this movie.

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ArjanS87Jul 17, 2014

A rather dull and unimaginative story line, made up for entirely by the brilliant acting performance of Jolie.
Still an entertaining movie to watch, if not only for her grin personifying maleficence itself.

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sammurphy66Jul 14, 2014

Whilst Jolie’s performance is noteworthy, Maleficent is a wholly unnecessarily expensive affair offering little more than great spectacle and vivid action.

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grim977Jul 13, 2014

A very predictable movie with a little twist on the original. this movie is based from the movie "Sleeping Beauty." It is a Disney movie so i guess that is justified. it is intended for a younger audience. with some touching moments it was aA very predictable movie with a little twist on the original. this movie is based from the movie "Sleeping Beauty." It is a Disney movie so i guess that is justified. it is intended for a younger audience. with some touching moments it was a movie i actually enjoyed, it brought a little hope after i was disappointed from the movie "Godzilla." The good acting brought the characters to life. 7.3/10… Expand

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theofficeJul 13, 2014

I really enjoyed this movie for what it is. Yes people, it is very different from the original and also different from the books in the 1800s or whatever. But the movie in and of itself with the material I thought was decent. It have veryI really enjoyed this movie for what it is. Yes people, it is very different from the original and also different from the books in the 1800s or whatever. But the movie in and of itself with the material I thought was decent. It have very good acting by jolie and the plot was pretty interesting. The effects were also good.… Expand

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