The 10th Kingdom
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Movie Reviews of The 10th Kingdom
Movie Review: Silly and Intelligent Fun
Summary: 5 Stars
When I first saw this miniseries being promoted on television, it irritated me. New York and fairy tales and a dog-prince? C'mon!
But, being an avid reader since childhood of fairy tales and myths and the strangest stories I could find, I knew I was going to watch the movie.
And I did. Every night.
It was an unexpected mixture of modern and medieval, fun and dead seriousness, outright silliness and intelligent humor. As a writer, I appreciated the intricacy of the plot, of what was required to blend all those familiar fairy tales into this new and magical story.
Although most of the humor is aimed directly at the adult viewer - and, let's face it, this is the grownup version of the Brothers Grimm - children will find much to enjoy, too, such as the dog whose really a prince, or the three troll siblings who fall in love with a boombox.
For those who think it's too silly, learn to laugh! And for those who think it's too juvenile, there are profound themes that will resonate in the mind long after the credits have rolled.
I highly recommend this movie.
Movie Review: the 10th Kingdom
Summary: 5 Stars
Originally viewed on television, this movie is 7 hours long. That 7 hours takes a while to get through, but it's a fun adventure.
Though it's called the 10th Kingdom, most of it is set in the 9 Kingdoms. The 10th kingdom is actually the world where the main character, Virginia, and her father live. That is, right outside Central Park. When Virginia stumbles across a dog that seems to understand what she's saying, she's caught up in the plot to take over his kingdom (the 4th kingdom). Along with her father, Virginia goes with the dog (whom they've adequately dubbed 'Prince') through a magic mirror into another world.
This world of 9 Kingdoms is a fairy-tale kingdom - or really, THE fairy tale kingdom; you meet Snow White, Cinderella, 3 German mice, a nameless woodsman, the shepherd Peeps, and many other well-known fairy tale characters. In their journey to get back home, Virginia and her father encounter werewolves, dwarves, goblins, magic mirrors, an evil stepmother, and a poisoned apple.
Adventure, humor, romance, war, and intrigue, this movie is great for children (ages 6-18 proven!) and adults alike.
Movie Review: GREAT MOVIE
Summary: 5 Stars
I just love this miniseries. Several years ago, I rented this from NetFlix and watched it for the first time. I had my adult daughter at the house and her son. I put the movie on and for the first 10 minutes or so, I thought it was going to be okay, then it seemed to drag and I told my daughter if it didn't get better within 1/2 hour, I was taking if off. Welllll, it got soooo good (yes, it was weird at times, but good weird) that we watched the whole movie and we just kept saying, "I can't believe how good this is".
Well, I thought about the movie a few weeks ago and decided to buy it from Amazon so I could watch it again, and I was hoping that it would be as good and entertaining as it was years ago to me. Needless to say it was just as wonderful. Even my husband, who's not really into movies liked this.
It's a great movie to put on when it's bad weather day and you're stuck inside all day. It's like you just go on a trip, and hopefully, you'll enjoy the strange trip you're on. Just try not to be too grown up and critical.
Movie Review: Absolutely Brilliant!
Summary: 5 Stars
I recently purchased this DVD and was completely satisfied with it! The movie is well written by Simon Moore and well-casted from the trolls and various Fairy Tale characters to Scott Cohen as Wolf and Kimberly Williams-Paisley as Virginia. The romance is absolutely adorable and Hallmark concluded the movie with an opportunity for a sequel! Bring in the sequel!! I'm looking forward to learning about Virginia and Wolf's lives after the first movie and what problem interrupted their lives back in the kingdoms! John Larroquette was hilariously witty as Antony and Dianne Wiest was an outstanding Evil Queen. The woman def. has the chilling heart affect! On the negative side, I'd say I prefer Daniel Lapaine's voice through the golden retriever than I did as him playing Prince Wendell but that is my only grievance.
Virginia and Wolf's romance is to be greatly envied and Wolf's charismatic attempt to improve himself for Virginia is irresistable. Hee! BUY THIS MOVIE! Also, write to Hallmark Entertainment to add support for the making of the sequel!
Movie Review: Simply the Best
Summary: 5 Stars
I originally rented the VHS version and then loved it so much that I rented the DVD the following week and then bought it here at Amazon.com. The DVD version has about an extra hour of footage which most DVD enthusiasts will agree is the beauty of DVD. The movie is enchanting, engaging, and quite funny although not suitable for young audiences. I would say about 10 years old and up atleast. I will say that my 5 year old watched it and really enjoyed it but there were parts that he couldn't watch or hear that were really for more sdult ears. Both myself and my husband laughed at and enjoyed the various plot twists. My husband is a hard sell on anything he thinks may be a "chick flick" and was surprising happy with watching this movie not once but 6 times in a 2 week period. I don't want to say too much more because I don't want to take away from the experience, but I will say that it is definitly a most see for those who enjoy "fantasy" movies and want to get lost in another reality for a day. Definitly on my worth buying or atleast renting list.