It didn’t quite reach the level of darkness or complexity that I was hoping for, but it's still interesting to experience a fresh version of the story of *'Sleeping Beauty'*. Angelina Jolie is believable as Maleficent and delivers a solid performance. Elle Fanning (Aurora), Sharlto Copley (Stefan) and Sam Riley (Diaval) do alright with their parts, though none of them are able to live up to Jolie’s work – which is…

It was an enjoyable film that I’d happily watch again and suggest to others. I don’t typically care for Angelina Jolie's performances ("Lara Croft: Tomb Raider"), but she really delivered here, and I felt empathy for her character during certain moments, so I can’t deny that she’s a capable actress. Elle Fanning ("The Great") is excellent, largely portraying an irritatingly cheerful young woman while conscious,…

I went to see Maleficent on June 4, which happened to be Angelina Jolie’s birthday—a funny coincidence, really, since birthdays are usually a time for treats. And this was certainly one of the best I've had. There were three main reasons I was eager to see it after hearing about it for over a year: my fondness for Angelina Jolie, my love of Sleeping Beauty, and Maleficent being my favorite fairy tale villain. Howe…

I wasn't certain about the premise of this film initially, but after seeing it, I can definitely say that I enjoyed it quite a bit. It’s essentially a reimagining of Sleeping Beauty, told from the viewpoint of the so-called wicked fairy—who isn’t truly evil, as it turns out. In my view, the central idea was surprisingly effective. The narrative has been significantly altered compared to the traditional Sleeping Be…

This film offers an interesting take on the familiar Sleeping Beauty story. Angelina Jolie delivers some truly memorable scenes; even a subtle smile from her can be surprisingly intense, though the storytelling feels uneven at times. Elle Fanning doesn’t quite fit the role of “the Beauty,” similar to how Kristen Stewart didn't seem right for Snow White. Jolie dominates the part, much like Charlize Theron overshadowed…