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Cinderella (1965)

"TV-version of the classic fairy tale, set to a Rodgers and Hammerstein score."

6.519651h 18mEN
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Directed by Charles S. Dubin

Rating

6.5/10

Runtime

1h 18m

Language

EN

Release

February 22, 1965

Director

Charles S. Dubin

Overview

After the success of the live 1957 Cinderella on CBS (with Julie Andrews), the network decided to produce another television version. The new script hewed closer to the traditional tale, although nearly all of the original songs were retained and performed in their original settings. Added to the R...

Cast

Lesley Ann Warren

Lesley Ann Warren

Cinderella

Stuart Damon

Stuart Damon

Prince

Ginger Rogers

Ginger Rogers

Queen

Walter Pidgeon

Walter Pidgeon

King

Celeste Holm

Celeste Holm

Fairy Godmother

Jo Van Fleet

Jo Van Fleet

Stepmother

Pat Carroll

Pat Carroll

Prunella

Barbara Ruick

Barbara Ruick

Esmerelda

Joe E. Marks

Joe E. Marks

Aide

Don Heitgerd

Don Heitgerd

Herald

Butch Sherwood

Butch Sherwood

Small Boy

Bill Lee

Bill Lee

Father

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Cinderella (1965), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

After the success of the live 1957 Cinderella on CBS (with Julie Andrews), the network decided to produce another television version. The new script hewed closer to the traditional tale, although nearly all of the original songs were retained and performed in their original settings. Added to the Rodgers and Hammerstein score was "Loneliness of Evening", which had been composed for South Pacific but not used.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Cinderella. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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