Arabian Nights
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Movie Reviews of Arabian Nights
Movie Review: Unexpected
Summary: 5 Stars
I wasn't sure about this miniseries when I saw the promotions for it, but I was definitely intrigued. I'd read many of the "Arabian Nights" stories as a child, but now only vaguely recalled details from them.
When I sat down to actually watch the miniseries, I was hooked. The sets and costumes were perfect, the acting wasn't cheesy, the mix of modern and ancient in the humor and dialogue blended nicely (people are still just people after all these years), and I enjoyed the inclusion of the pottery soldiers from China in the story of Aladdin.
The structure of the story was well done, too, and the ending, though simple, was exactly what it should be, proof that the stories never truly end.
There is humor and pathos, tragedy and hope, conflict and harmony - and more than a little magic - all the tangles and opposites and resolutions that make for good storytelling. I highly recommend this movie
Movie Review: How did this get on broadcast TV???
Summary: 5 Stars
Someone down at ABC-TV must've snuck this one on-screen while the studio execs were off golfing...it's an incredible piece of work! It is creative and daring and light-years ahead of the drivel the networks usually show.There were a number of pleasant surprises (aside from the ones mentioned in all other customers' reviews you will see here):
- I really enjoyed the unexpected interplay between Arabian, Asian, African, European -- probably what was actually happening in the Middle East at that time, but never depicted in film.
- There are hilarious touches of modern humor slipped into the dialogue, including little jabs at movie cliches (you'll have to listen carefully!).
- As Scheherezade learns storytelling from a street-storyteller, *we* also learn those neat little secrets...and then see them in action.
Movie Review: A VISUAL TREAT!
Summary: 5 Stars
I originally saw this movie when it was a miniseries on TV. I liked it at the time but did not love it. I purchased the DVD after buying the movie "The Tenth Kingdom" (my fave movie of all time) online and seeing what other movies that were recommended to me based on my choice of The Tenth Kingdom. Out of all of the DVDs I purchased based on these recommendations (Snow Queen, The True Story of Jack and the Beanstalk, Hans Christian Andersen - my life as a fairy tale), I feel that Arabian Nights is the one that comes closest to reaching the level of magic that is in The Tenth Kingdom. After re-watching Arabian Nights, I LOVE it (and so does my 10 year old daughter). The costuming is gorgoeous, settings are a visual delight, much to admire in this film!Movie Review: Love The Magic Of Magic
Summary: 5 Stars
If you loved the old stories of the Arabian Knights - this movie is for you. The special effects and wonderment of the stories interwoven through the female leads story telling of these adventurous in order to save her life - were amazing.A very unusual script that worked very well with the visuals. The performances were funny and exciting. Incredibly detailed and interesting.
Joh Legazamo in a dual role as the Genie's was histerical. Even the endign was nothing short of believalble. This is a must for every family. It has humor for the young and old and its just wonderful "eye candy" to watch.
Buy this one! (Not a lot of extra features - however. A commentary would have been cool!)
Movie Review: This movie is Amazing!
Summary: 5 Stars
This rendition of the classic tale is so convincing you feel as though this could have actually happened.
The insane king, the woman who faces death to save him, and of course, the magical tales beautiful woven into a wonderful film. The shots and special effects truly transport you to the time frame of the story.
Filled with action and an incredible acting cast, this is a wonderful movie. The only way this movie could have possibly been improved would have been cutting the un-realistic and long flying carpet scene. Other than that, this is a great adaptation of the book and worth every minute!