Miscalculated Nostalgia. Nothing More

Rating: 4/10 (24 May 2019)

Aladdin is a nice stroll down memory lane for those who love the original, but solidly a remake for the ADHD neo-millennial generation. Editing is terrible. Pacing is off and too fast with very little discernible character development. Dialogue has its moments of genuine laughs and giggles, but most is unnatural for a supposedly "realistic rendition" of a movie. You shouldn't have to say what it is you're seeing or doing if you're doing it. Jafar definitely terribly miscast. Overall, I agree with reviews that say Jasmine stole the show. Pretty sure the whole theatre shed a tear during 'A Whole New World,' myself included, but that was the whole point: the movie wanted to play with the emotions of those who cherish the original. Kudos to Will Smith for trying out the Genie role. Goodness knows he tried his best, but he doesn't have Robin's kick or the ability to play with his vocal or emotional range, never mind improvisation. A magic-less remake that should have left the original to its legacy. Disney should apologize to the memory of Robin Williams. As one character in the movie said: "Clumsy, but in a fun sort of way." 4/10