Written by Jesus Figueroa
Walt Disney Animation Studios' "Frozen" warms the hearts of audiences with their version of the "Snow Queen" tale.
Much like many of Disney's animated classics this film is driven by amazing musical scenes which are compelling and well composed.
Starting off with an Irish sounding chant leads to the grand opening scene filled with magic and beauty.
After an accident with her powers, which injures her sister Anna, voiced by Kristen Bell, their parents help Elsa, voiced by Idina Menzel, make the decision to hide her powers from everyone, including her sister.
The spectacular music, composed by Christopher Beck, compliments the beautiful visuals and incredible story from beginning to end.
Elsa separates herself from the rest of the world, hiding herself away in her room, leaving Anna without her best friend and without and explanation why they cannot see each other.Tragic events leave the two sisters alone and waiting for Elsa to come of age and take her rightful place as queen. She doubts herself and the control she has over her powers.
Bell quickly takes over the lead role as Anna with captivating songs and a naive tone which makes her likable and engaging.
Menzel captivates with magnificent vocals which make her villainous character charming. Her songs are powerful and the emotion in her voice give her character a genuine misunderstood feel.
The obvious villain of the story the Duke of Weselton, voiced by Alan Tudyk, and is repeatedly referred to as weasel town, immediately becomes an annoying character which let's his bad intentions known.
The charming Prince Hans, voiced by Santino Fontana, captures the attention of Anna and quickly swoops her off her feet.
Tudyk adds an annoying voice to a sleazy-looking scrawny Duke who seems to be scheming from the first moment introduced.
The charming voice of Fontana gives Hans the extra push to be a believable Prince Charming type character.
The unlikely hero Kristoff, voiced by Jonathan Groff, along side brought-to-life snowman Olaf, Josh Gad, are surprising additions. Their addition brings a comedy aspect that is one of the best of the film. They are funny and charming which helps audiences like them.The struggle that happens in the story between Elsa and Anna is but the beginning of the problems that Elsa faces through out the film.
Elsa needs to come to terms with who she really is and find a way to be comfortable in her skin.
The beginning and end both seem rushed and quickly come to a resolution.
I give this animated film a 4 out of 5 Popcorns. The soundtrack drives the story with a mixture of choir chants and riveting performances by the cast. It is a well made Disney Animation Studios film which takes elements from prior films like "Lion King" and adds it to incredible scenery to give life to a classic tale.
The addition of 3D is effective as it's not intrusive but rather adds to the amazing scenery of the world of the film.
"Frozen" is a fantastic family film coming to theaters in 2D and 3D on Thanksgiving day.
