Go and make up your own mind

Rating: 8/10 (23 May 2019)

I think people are a little too attached to the original 92 film and I get it! In saying that, I love the fact that all these Disney stories are being recreated as live action. It's a new take on nostalgia. I'm the type of person that secretly watches cartoons, animated movies, plays video games from my childhood (really need to find an Atari now that I think of that...), anyway I love taking trips down memory lane so if anyone should be hesitant to see a remake, it's me! This movie did not disappoint at all. It pays homage to the original in more ways than one. Does it feel like a 2 hour film? Nope. It keeps you engaged from start to finish. The cinematography is brilliant however a little too much CGI perhaps. Will Smith does a good job of playing the genie despite a few "cringey" moments. I guess I'm just not used to seeing Smith in a Disney musical film. Overall an enjoyable movie that everyone will love if you like reliving your childhood in a modern way.