Another Disney Masterpiece

Rating: 9/10 (7 December 2003)

I remember seeing Aladdin in the movie theaters when it first came out. I was a wee one back then and going to the theaters was a big deal. After seeing this movie, I was just in awe for quite a while. It was fun, it was exciting, and it was touching. (I probably didn't think that exactly back then, but something like it!)
Now that I've grown up and have become an avid Disney fan, I still greatly enjoy this classic. The music is absolutely great thanks to Alan Menken, Tim Rice, and Howard Ashman. Robin Williams provides amazing voice-work for the unforgettable Genie. And the rest of the characters are great too.
Yet something is just missing. I just don't LOVE this movie. I can't put my finger on why exactly. After seeing Lion King again recently, I knew that I LOVED that movie. Same with Dumbo as that was my childhood favorite. Aladdin is a Disney classic that has some of the best features you'll see in any of their movies. I guess it's just not my favorite, which is really no big deal, but it prevents me from giving this a perfect score. Sorry!
My IMDb Rating: 9/10. My Yahoo! Grade: A (Outstanding)