Blu-Ray Review – Disney Cinderella

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Cinderella

Release Date: September 15, 2015
Rated: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested)
Run Time: 105 minutes
Number of discs: 2
Studio: Walt Disney Studios
ASIN: B00UI5CTE2
SYNOPSIS: Celebrate Disney’s “Cinderella,” a modern classic that shines with beauty, imagination…and magic! Despite being mistreated by her stepmother (Cate Blanchett) and stepsisters, a spirited Ella (Lily James) resolves to take charge of her fate. Add a royal ball, a Fairy Godmother (Helena Bonham-Carter) and a glass slipper, and suddenly – magic becomes reality!
CAST: Cate Blanchett as Stepmother (“The Curious Case of Benjamin Button,” “The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring”), Lily James as Cinderella (TV’s “Downton Abbey”), Richard Madden (TV’s “Game of Thrones”) as Prince, Stellan Skarsgård (Marvel’s: “The Avengers,” “Thor”) as Grand Duke, Holliday Grainger (“Jane Eyre”) as Anastasia, Derek Jacobi (“The King’s Speech,” “Underworld: Evolution”) as King, and Helena Bonham Carter as Fairy Godmother (“Alice in Wonderland,” “The King’s Speech”).
BONUS FEATURES:
Digital HD/SD*, Blu-ray Combo Pack & Disney Movies Anywhere (DMA)

• A Fairy Tale Comes to Life – Filmmakers and cast reflect on Cinderella’s enduring power, and the joys and challenges of bringing this iconic tale to life.
• Costume Test Fun – See the work of Academy Award-winning® Costume Designer Sandy Powell (The Aviator, 2004) and share some lighthearted moments with the cast.
• Staging The Ball – You’re invited behind the scenes for the making of the Palace Ball sequence, including its spectacular set, stunning costumes and more. It’s a lavish and massive undertaking…and a magical day on set.
• Ella’s Furry Friends – Discover how the movie’s animal stars honed their memorable performances.
• Alternate Opening: Ella’s Childhood – View moments from Ella’s idyllic childhood that do not appear in the movie. With an introduction by Director Kenneth Branagh.
• Frozen Fever – It’s Anna’s birthday, and Elsa and Kristoff are determined to give her the best celebration ever – but when Elsa catches a cold, her powers may put more than just the party at risk.

*Digital bonus offerings may vary by retailer
DMA Exclusive:

• Deleted Scenes
  With introduction by Kenneth Branagh
  o Serving (0:56)
  o The Mourning (4:24)
  o Getting to Know You (2:00)
  o The Search for Cinderella (1:14)
  o Dear Kit (2:57)

DVD:

• Ella’s Furry Friends
• Frozen Fever

When I saw the first teaser for the 2015 version of the movie Cinderella I was a bit skeptical on how a live action version of the old fairy tale would play out. I watched the movie yesterday and was pleasantly surprised. One of the things that had me most skeptical was the fact that it’s a classic tale. I had no cause for worry there, the storyline for the live-action version of the movie did not differ much from the animated classic at all. The scenery was just right for the movie, not over the top or out of place at all. It makes a great family movie because even younger children who generally watch animated movies will appreciate the familiar storyline, plus there’s no violence. I was really pleased with the way the live-action version of Cinderella turned out.
Here’s a bonus Clip called “Working with Animals”.

And another bonus clip called “First Dance”.

Here are some fun activity sheets.

And some fun games.

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