Product: The Slipper and the Rose: The Story of Cinderella [VHS] (1977)
Rating: 5.0
OLD-FASHIONED FAMILY CLASSIC
Although The Slipper and The Rose appeared long after the heyday of big-budget musical films, it has that same glossy gorgeousness, ripe with scene-chewing performances, wonderful melodies and sumptuous production values. Richard Chamberlain and Gemma Craven are delightful in this creative take on the Cinderella story, which of course never goes out of date. This film is absolutely perfect family entertainment, and given its disappearance in the market for so many years, it will be a surprise hit for children everywhere. The timelessness of the story and the expensive-looking sets and costumes make it a true classic. The Sherman Brothers, who provided endless joy in so many Disney films with their catchy, theatrical songs deliver the goods again here. I remember being completely enchanted by this film in the theatre, and I hope one day it can be seen in full-screen glory again.