The Return of Jafar/Aladdin and the King of Thieves (Aladdin 2 & 3 Collection)
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Movie Reviews of The Return of Jafar/Aladdin and the King of Thieves (Aladdin 2 & 3 Collection)
Movie Review: Happy with purchase
Summary: 5 Stars
First time buyer using Amazon. Happy with product packaging and quick delivery of product.Movie Review: Fun Classic Disney Movie!!
Summary: 5 Stars
I love Aladdin and these two movies complete my set...a must have for any Disney fanMovie Review: Two Inferior Sequels Get a DVD Release
Summary: 3 Stars
This two disc set is the only official way to get the direct to video sequels to Aladdin. While they have their moments, they are worth it only for die hard fans.
Up first is "Return of Jafar." In it, Jafar and Iago manage to escape from the Cave of Wonders and set out for the palace. Iago wants to get back into the palace, but Jafar is intent on revenge. Can he ruin Aladdin's new life? And how do you kill an all powerful genie?
Rounding out the trilogy is "Aladdin and the King of Thieves." Aladdin and Jasmine are getting married, but their wedding is interrupted by a band of thieves. Once Aladdin learns that his supposedly dead father is the leader, he takes off to try to find and reform him. Can he do it? And what kind of problems will this family reunion hold for all involved?
The movies are okay, but they pale in comparison to the original. The majority of the voice cast is back (Robin Williams is painfully absent from "Jafar.") The stories and fast paced and move along well. Unfortunately, Aladdin spends a lot of time lying in both of these films. You'd think he'd learn nothing good ever comes from that. And the animation, while good, isn't at the same level as the original.
The biggest strike against these movies is the songs. They never capture the magic of the original and actually slow both stories down.
These movies are diverting and aren't a complete waste of time. However, they also aren't nearly as good as the movie that spawned them. Proceed with caution, but get them if you are interested.
Movie Review: Great set to own
Summary: 5 Stars
Aladdin is my fav. they are both master pieces, a must for aladdin fans.Movie Review: Extremely FUN Sequels
Summary: 5 Stars
I don't understand why these movies are so panned by everyone. I actually like the sequels just as much as the original, infact, in the case of "The Return of Jafar" I like it more than the original classic. Why?
They are incredibly FUN movies. Fun to just get lost in and have a blast with the characters. "Return of Jafar" features some of the best Disney songs ever to sing along too. "Forget About Love" actually has the honor of being my FAVOURITE Disney song of all-time. It starts off very humourous and fun to just sing along to, then slows down and takes a more romantic spin. If you haven't heard this song... I'd reccommend seeing the movie for it alone. "Only Second Rate" and "Nothing like a friend" are also fantastic songs.
As for "King of Theives"... Robin Williams back as the Genie just works so well. I think the Genie is at his comedic BEST in "King of Theives". A story of greed, family and love. Fantastic family film. Kids will love it... Hell, anyone that likes good dumb fun and cartoons will love it.
Bottomline is... People love the original so much that having sequels to it "have to be blasphemy". But if you open your mind, you'll see these are adorably fun movies that not only kids would love... You could too.