Disney triumphs again!

Rating: 9/10 (26 February 2011)

Disney's modernized Rapunzel story is definitely a movie that will be enjoyed by all ages. The characters are fun and lovable, the songs are catchy and the story has new twists yet stays true to the original fairy-tale.
Rapunzel is the lost princess, stolen away to the tower by Mother Gothel because of the magical rejuvenating quality of her hair. When left alone, Rapunzel, with the help of Flynn Rider, decides to leave the tower and travel to see the glowing lanterns. All the while, going on a journey of growth, truth and love.
First off, kudos to Disney for the brilliant characterization of Pascal and Maximus. Without any lines, these two 'sidekicks' managed to convey a loyal personality to their owners as well as a myriad of other emotions too.
The romance between Rapunzel and Flynn is believable, each character growing over the course of the movie. What makes it better however, is that the romance is not over-bearing. Instead, their relationship progresses alongside Rapunzel's personal growth and discoveries resulting in a wonderful film that will keep you entertained the entire time.
The other thing that makes this movie great, is the fact that evil seems to triumph in the end. It is considerably darker than most Disney animated movies and for a moment, it does seem that all hope is lost. However, being a Disney movie, of course, there is a happy ever after.
Mandy Moore and Zach Levi did a great job as the voices of Rapunzel and Flynn, Moore especially as her voice is amazing and her songs were very good. Same goes for Donna Murphy whose song 'Mother Knows Best' is my favourite!
Highly recommend this movie, it's definitely one of the best Disney movies to come out in some time. Go catch it at the cinemas while you still can!!