Fun little adventure.

Rating: 8/10 (9 July 2019)

First take: admittedly not one of my favorite films Disney has done, mostly serviceable, yet also, like with most of their films, there is an easy, watchable likeability to it, and it's never boring, it just didn't live up to other standards I may unrealistically have set.
The acting: the main lead is great. She's charming and has a great voice for a kit of the songs. As do the rest. We have to sidekicks and meaning if not a tad over the top villains, and they are playing well, despite a dose of stock.
The songs:
All great, all memorable, here we are treated to 3 tracks that are very catchy indeed. They all progress the story and comment on the situation. The standout is easily Make a man out of you.
The Animation:
Classic hand drew beauty here. A lot of backgrounds the leap out due to their sheer size, plenty of expressive faces and a nice imperial aesthetic that blends well with the culture however accurate.
The story:
Maybe it doesn't hold up as much now or has been done so many more times and better, but a story of female empowerment, especially back then, before it really blew up, should be praised and respected. Also, a character who fights for her family and what's right.
Final take:
Not one loved as many others, but it is perfectly fine for anyone really. It has a nice story and good songs and looks gorgeous, but maybe after time, it proves a bit serviceable.