The Swan Princess (1994)

This excellent theatrical feature is loosely based on the Swan Lake story. Princess Odette, having been turned into a swan by a sorcerer's spell, is held captive at the enchanted lake with friends Jean-Bob the frog, Speed the turtle, and Puffin the bird. Along comes Prince Derek, who becomes involved in liberating her by taking on the villain. The movie has been criticized for being too similar to Sleeping Beauty, but once you're watching it--with its strong characters, entertaining vocal performances (John Cleese and Steven Wright are particularly funny), fine artwork, and action--such complaints are negligible. --Tom Keogh Amazon.com

A Heart Warming Story

The Swan Princess is positively delightful. Funny side characters, upbeat (if silly) music, a princess and her prince. Sure to delight young kids, however, I'm 18 and I still hold the story close to my heart.

I took one star away for plot gaps, inconsistencies in the character's emotions and overall look. Princess Odette and Prince Derek fall in love in the first five minutes or so, but then Derek says beauty is all that really attracts him to Odette, so Odette breaks it off. However, the two are swearing they'll be in love "for longer than forever" after Odette get's kidnapped.

I'm super-critical when it comes to costume consistencies. When Odette leaves Derek's castle, she is wearing a dress that is different from the one we see her in after her kidnapping, even though the two events happened sequencially. But, that's really not a huge deal and I didn't notice these things as a child, I just remember adoring the story. Plus, all these criticisms come from being a theatre/film major and being trained to spot inconsistencies. :D

The movie is loveable and kids will love it! November 11, 2008

Great Story, Great Soundtrack, Great Movie!

My children and my husband and I love this movie. The story is a version of Swan Lake. The characters and music are lovable and cute. The movie has a great message and is appropriate for all ages. We watch it over and over again as a family! October 2, 2008

good

We were just replacing the old video with a DVD. Came real quick and has been fun to watch again. June 23, 2008

Magical

It's not my favorite animated movie, but it's still really good! I remember watching this movie when I was younger. And now, at almost 21, it's still just a magical for me. My young nieces love it too! May 15, 2008

Decent Movie, but more of a chick flick.

It is a decent movie but I really bought it for my girlfriend. Kind a gift with the purpose of reliving the childhood and it worked out nicely. She loved it and it a very enjoyable movie. Great music and a cute storyline, it all ties together to create a good flick. February 8, 2008

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