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Wish
2023 95 min United States of America PG 6+
★5.5
Animation, Family, Fantasy, Adventure
Director: Chris Buck, Fawn Veerasunthorn
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Description
Asha, a sharp-witted idealist, makes a wish so powerful that it is answered by a cosmic force – a little ball of boundless energy called Star. Together, Asha and Star confront a most formidable foe - the ruler of Rosas, King Magnifico - to save her community and prove that when the will of one courageous human connects with the magic of the stars, wondrous things can happen.
Budget:
$175M
US Gross:
$63.97M
Worldwide:
$255M
Starring
Ariana DeBose
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Chris Pine
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Alan Tudyk
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Awards
Golden Globe 2024
— Best Animated Feature
Key opinion
Wish is generally viewed as a visually inventive but narratively lackluster celebration of Disney's centennial. While the hybrid animation style and vocal performances are widely praised, the film is frequently criticized for its thin plot, reliance on recycled tropes, and inconsistent character motivations.
| Production | The hybrid animation style successfully blends 2D watercolor aesthetics with 3D depth to create a visually distinct look. | |
| Acting | Ariana DeBose and Chris Pine deliver strong, capable vocal performances that elevate their respective characters. | |
| Originality | The film relies too heavily on an excessive volume of Easter eggs and references, which many viewers found forced or distracting. | |
| Screenplay | The plot is widely criticized for being thin, predictable, and failing to provide clear explanations for the kingdom's rules or the villain's motivations. | |
| Score | Opinions on the soundtrack are polarized; while some find the songs pleasant and catchy, others dismiss them as unremarkable or forgettable. |