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GamerMagazineJan 25, 2015

It's so dense, every single image has so many things going on, although it's a little bit disjointed.
But then again, it's stylistically designed to be that way and you can't undo that, but they could have diminished the effects of it.
TheIt's so dense, every single image has so many things going on, although it's a little bit disjointed.
But then again, it's stylistically designed to be that way and you can't undo that, but they could have diminished the effects of it.
The music was the key to all of this, since it is a funnier musical than we have ever had, so if they could have gotten the music right it could maybe beat Titanic, but then again no one can.
The movie seemingly asks you to watch it as you would read poetry, sort of they rhyme, every stanza kind of rhymes with the last one, and hopefully it would work, but sadly it didn't and the end result may have gone too far in a few places.

Overall I would not recommend this motion picture, go watch a real masterpiece like Boyhood instead. Did you know it took 12 years to make?… Expand

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TheNikusDec 26, 2015

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I don't understand why people are being so hard on this one. I enjoyed it. It's different. When do you ever see someone fall in love with someone ugly in movies--and they don't get a makeover? The choice of songs is really good, too. And it's main asset is definitely that it's gorgeous to look at. Sure, the middle portion is really weak and the movie feels a little long all together, but a 25 critics' concensus? Come on!… Expand

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JustANewtFeb 12, 2015

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. George Lucas has stated that he made this film with 12 year old girls as the target audience. Ignore the people who state it's too simple or what have you. The character design is an improvement in diversity compared to other films (characters of colour, different looking females, faeries of variety, etc.) and there are multiple good messages embed in the movie. The main theme was romance, but the main female protagonist gets stronger without a romantic interest, saying you don't need romantic love to grow. And if your crush only likes you as a friend, you continue to be a good friend to them.

I'm giving this movie such a high score, not only because I enjoyed it, but also because it was a way better romance movie than Fifty Shades Of Grey.… Expand

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DeaneAounJun 30, 2015

This movie is beautiful, it brings a strong point to the minds of children and even adults, that you will see in few movies. Love can be found in the most unlikely places,and ways. The protagonist, it mainly attractive, and the fact that sheThis movie is beautiful, it brings a strong point to the minds of children and even adults, that you will see in few movies. Love can be found in the most unlikely places,and ways. The protagonist, it mainly attractive, and the fact that she fell for a not-so attractive character, brings a key message to the viewers, that everybody deserves love. This can be seen in few movies, and that George Lucas decided to carry this message forward is very beautiful.
The animation was beautiful, something you can tell, the lighting is impeccable.
The music was a surprise, it is over 6 decades of music put into one film, and it brings open a sense of nostalgia to you, the covers and voices are very well done, and I wish there was a PART 2 of this movie.
BRAVO!… Expand

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AquamariannaJul 21, 2015

Strange magic, in my opinion is a great film but I do understand that it has a very limited audience. Men will not enjoy this. I thought the film was moderately comedic and certainly strange, there is a lot of singing. Although the plot lineStrange magic, in my opinion is a great film but I do understand that it has a very limited audience. Men will not enjoy this. I thought the film was moderately comedic and certainly strange, there is a lot of singing. Although the plot line is fairly predictable, the film is very easy to get sucked into. 8/10 :)… Expand

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paintballzrJan 25, 2015

While Frozen was centered on a story about sisterhood, this is my kind of musical animation and my family loved it. This offers much more and focuses on the ideal that love is found where you least expect. The beauty of this musical is skinWhile Frozen was centered on a story about sisterhood, this is my kind of musical animation and my family loved it. This offers much more and focuses on the ideal that love is found where you least expect. The beauty of this musical is skin deep, and many will not see it (Critics) and realize how good this movie really is. The CGI animation is top notch and unmatched, and what else would you expect from a Lucasfilm production. The soundtrack amazing and the musical numbers were well executed. I truly wonder who funds these critics and if they saw the same movie. Go see it for yourself and you'll agree it's one of the better animated features to come out in some time!… Expand

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rmklinglerJan 24, 2015

George Lucas has developed some really interesting characters and woven some extremely entertaining stories during his lengthy career as a filmmaker. Strange Magic has neither. The characters are completely undeveloped and bland. The twoGeorge Lucas has developed some really interesting characters and woven some extremely entertaining stories during his lengthy career as a filmmaker. Strange Magic has neither. The characters are completely undeveloped and bland. The two fairy sisters, even though they look different, might as well have been the same. One is blond and one a brunette. One is really angry and heartbroken, the other is the "flirty sister." Of course, the only reason we know this difference is because they make it a point to tell us that. "I need you to help me look after your flirty sister..." said one character to the other sister. "Oh, she's the flirty sister, that's the difference" I remember thinking to myself. I can't for the life of me remember what the actual plot of the movie was, and I literally took my kids to see this movie about 3 hours ago. It was bright and colorful, there were fairies and lots of songs, but the story was so bland that it couldn't even hold my kids' attention for the duration. My youngest, who's three, took it upon herself to climb out of her booster seat and throw it down the next row in the theater out of boredom. I really didn't think George Lucas could sink any lower than Jar Jar Banks or the forgettable story from Kingdom of the Crystal Skull, but this movie proved me wrong. Of course, it was so forgettable it may not matter, as I've been referring to it as "Strange Music" all day. By tomorrow, I might just be trying to remember what I did this afternoon, with no real answer. I really hope I am that lucky.… Expand

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WoodywoodsterJan 24, 2015

Fresh, beautifully look at, unashamed fun and very original! This is a musical, but the songs are well woven into the story so it doesn't feel like random interludes.. This movie is a great excuse to escape for an hour or so, have some funFresh, beautifully look at, unashamed fun and very original! This is a musical, but the songs are well woven into the story so it doesn't feel like random interludes.. This movie is a great excuse to escape for an hour or so, have some fun and maybe remember not to take life so seriously. The characters are all true to themselves and live in believable worlds, but don't have much to worry about... What sets this movie apart for the adults is the depth the characters' emotions go to. Not seen this so well portrayed in an animated film before. They are really acting! Love it or hate it, the experience is worth having. Just remember this is entertainment and enjoy the ride!… Expand

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Agent314Jan 24, 2015

Strange Magic..what an oddball film. It's clear this movie is aimed squarely at tween girls, but with such amazing visuals I really had to give it a chance. The first act is a sappy setup for the rest of the film, and it wasn't long before IStrange Magic..what an oddball film. It's clear this movie is aimed squarely at tween girls, but with such amazing visuals I really had to give it a chance. The first act is a sappy setup for the rest of the film, and it wasn't long before I was wondering why I bothered. But then something "strange" happened. I stopped wondering why all the kids in the theater were giggling and laughing and just gave in to the musical. And then it hit me. Duh! It's a _musical_!

Musical tastes aside, the songs are fun and superbly voiced. I guess some might wonder why tweens today would care for classic rock and 60s oldies, but I doubt they'll care. Just don't tell them about ELO, Heart, or Burt Bacharach and they'll sing all the way home with you.

As for the story, sure, it's not original in its kernel, but it is a beautiful re-telling of A Midsummer Night's Dream. From the "ghastly" reviews I'm seeing I'd say there's considerable prejudice at play, which curiously enough isn't that far from a central theme of the story.

The bar is pretty high these days for animated features. Held to amazing stories like Big Hero 6 or Despicable Me, Strange Magic definitely comes up a bit short. The animation is curiously inconsistent with some pretty lackluster characters contrasted with truly stunning and realistic work. In the balance, that's clearly the biggest issue and not George Lucas made movie that a grown man won't like.… Expand

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JacobJan 5, 2016

Strange Magic is why people think animation is for kids. Between the ear-bleeding songs every few minutes, the unclear stakes, and lack of characters parents will have to grin and bear this one. Despite Lucasfilm pushing the boundaries inStrange Magic is why people think animation is for kids. Between the ear-bleeding songs every few minutes, the unclear stakes, and lack of characters parents will have to grin and bear this one. Despite Lucasfilm pushing the boundaries in computer animation with Industrial Light and Magic this film doesn’t have anything groundbreaking. Lucasfilm has done some enjoyable animation on television with two Star Wars shows making it baffling that their work on film is not worth watching. Much like the love potion in this film you will quickly ignore this lovefest in favor of other more superior films.… Expand

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DezapplezSep 8, 2015

This movie is the **** movie I've ever seen.George Lucas has only made hate him more he needs to get on track and stop copying other movies. All of this is generic ****

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EndermanJan 17, 2017

Strange Magic is why people think animation is for kids. Between the ear-bleeding songs every few minutes, the unclear stakes, and lack of characters parents will have to grin and bear this one. Despite Lucasfilm pushing the boundaries inStrange Magic is why people think animation is for kids. Between the ear-bleeding songs every few minutes, the unclear stakes, and lack of characters parents will have to grin and bear this one. Despite Lucasfilm pushing the boundaries in computer animation with Industrial Light and Magic this film doesn’t have anything groundbreaking. Lucasfilm has done some enjoyable animation on television with two Star Wars shows making it baffling that their work on film is not worth watching. Much like the love potion in this film you will quickly ignore this lovefest in favor of other more superior films.… Expand

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GarrJan 23, 2015

The best movie of the year so far is Strange Magic! It's like a mix of A Mid-summer Night's Dream, Moulin Rouge, Willow, Frozen, and Beauty and the Beast. It has a great story and fantastic characters. It's funny and has fabulous music. ItThe best movie of the year so far is Strange Magic! It's like a mix of A Mid-summer Night's Dream, Moulin Rouge, Willow, Frozen, and Beauty and the Beast. It has a great story and fantastic characters. It's funny and has fabulous music. It has beautiful animation, terrific female characters, and features some really nice voice acting. What's not to love!… Expand

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bibliaddictMay 20, 2015

The plot is hackneyed, the songs are unlistenable cover versions of old overplayed radio hits, the characters are almost universally annoying. The animation, however, is gorgeous. Kids will probably adore it.

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ThegodfathersonJan 24, 2015

Strange Magic works as a harmless animated fest. But nothing else. Hollow story doesnt make up for the brilliant characters and okay voice acting. Give it a watch with your kids, for deep characters and great CGI, but everything else isStrange Magic works as a harmless animated fest. But nothing else. Hollow story doesnt make up for the brilliant characters and okay voice acting. Give it a watch with your kids, for deep characters and great CGI, but everything else is hollow and boring.… Expand

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horcrux2007Sep 11, 2015

If you've ever seen the movie Enchanted, this is the kind of movie they were making fun of. I was confused about the plot of this movie when I watched the trailers, and now that I've actually seen the movie, I still don't know what it'sIf you've ever seen the movie Enchanted, this is the kind of movie they were making fun of. I was confused about the plot of this movie when I watched the trailers, and now that I've actually seen the movie, I still don't know what it's about. From what I gathered, Strange Magic has to do with these two sisters/lesbians?, some love potion that causes you to sing a lot, and a troll king. If there's any semblance of a coherent plot, it went way over my head. There seemed to be way too much going on at one time. The story cycle through three main characters at almost two minute intervals, and it got so aggravating that I just gave up trying to follow whatever was happening on screen. One thing I know for certain about Strange Magic is that it lives up to its title; it's strange. The background animation is about as good as you'd expect from a modern animated movie, but the character design is just unintentionally creepy. They look more like demented caricatures than cartoon characters. What makes this movie even more painful to watch is that a majority of the running time is dedicated to covering random pop and rock songs at the most unnecessary times. They cover just about everything: Lady Gaga, The Beatles, Beyonce, Whitney Houston, you name it. Strange Magic may provide a decent distraction for the youngest of moviegoers, but older viewers will just be annoyed by the ridiculous soundtrack and disturbing animation.… Expand

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Parappafan1996Aug 9, 2015

"Strange Magic" feels like George Lucas' attempt at recreating "Frozen" but it fails in nearly every aspect, though the songs are catchy and the animation is nice to look at, there's not much going on beneath the surface.

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EpicLadySpongeApr 13, 2016

"George Lucas made this film because he wanted to make a fun movie and a musical." -- IMDb's Trivia

> fun movie If I can have this kind of music bleed my ears to death while thinking it was just a fun movie overall, then the next time I"George Lucas made this film because he wanted to make a fun movie and a musical." -- IMDb's Trivia

> fun movie

If I can have this kind of music bleed my ears to death while thinking it was just a fun movie overall, then the next time I see this movie again, I'd mute the entire movie and play some video game music while watching the movie because even video game music isn't that Jar Jar Binks annoying. I see George Lucas tried, and as in tried, I really mean tried too hard, to make a fun movie.… Expand

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WaveguideMar 26, 2016

I don't agree with the critics. This is a very entertaining movie. We've watched it on Comcast 6 times plus bought a copy. The characters are absolutely beautiful!! Listen to the dialogue, it's hilarious. The Sugar Plum Fairy is a scream! II don't agree with the critics. This is a very entertaining movie. We've watched it on Comcast 6 times plus bought a copy. The characters are absolutely beautiful!! Listen to the dialogue, it's hilarious. The Sugar Plum Fairy is a scream! I guess "The Critics" just watch too many movies to appreciate it. Look at the difference in the ratings between critics & users. This is a fantastic piece of work by Mr Lucas.… Expand

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PrimeCOApr 26, 2018

What's NOT to HATE? The terrible character designs, the horrendous writing, the frustratingly predictable love story, the generic and forgettable characters, the pointless use of pop songs, and the kind of painful to look at animation.What's NOT to HATE? The terrible character designs, the horrendous writing, the frustratingly predictable love story, the generic and forgettable characters, the pointless use of pop songs, and the kind of painful to look at animation. There's no redeeming qualities, and it should have a user score as low as Emoji Movies (1.9), not as high as a 5.4. Don't even try with this one.… Expand

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Creepers200Jan 17, 2017

Strange Magic is why people think animation is for kids. Between the ear-bleeding songs every few minutes, the unclear stakes, and lack of characters parents will have to grin and bear this one. Despite Lucasfilm pushing the boundaries inStrange Magic is why people think animation is for kids. Between the ear-bleeding songs every few minutes, the unclear stakes, and lack of characters parents will have to grin and bear this one. Despite Lucasfilm pushing the boundaries in computer animation with Industrial Light and Magic this film doesn’t have anything groundbreaking. Lucasfilm has done some enjoyable animation on television with two Star Wars shows making it baffling that their work on film is not worth watching. Much like the love potion in this film you will quickly ignore this lovefest in favor of other more superior films.… Expand

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AyreosJul 10, 2023

All i can say is don't let yourself be fooled by the reviews. This movie isn't low production, or boring. This movie is insane. It's both predictable and entirely fresh. It's cringe and entirely genuine at the same time. It is funny andAll i can say is don't let yourself be fooled by the reviews. This movie isn't low production, or boring. This movie is insane. It's both predictable and entirely fresh. It's cringe and entirely genuine at the same time. It is funny and definitely animated with a lot of effort. You might love it or totally hate it, but in all cases you'll likely be overwhelmed by this wild, magical experience.… Expand