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Description
In the fairy kingdom live stepmother, her evil daughters — Anna and Maryana, a limp husband-forester and his daughter from his first marriage — Cinderella. The stepmother exploits the poor girl as a housekeeper. With the help of her godmother-fairy, Cinderella gets to the royal ball, where a beautiful and very kind prince falls in love with her. At midnight, the magic ends, and poor Cinderella has to return to her former life. But on the crystal shoe that Cinderella lost while fleeing the palace to the battle of the palace chimes, the prince searches for the bride.
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Key opinion
The 1947 Soviet adaptation of Cinderella is widely regarded as a timeless, heartwarming masterpiece that resonates across generations. Despite its post-war production constraints, the film is celebrated for its sincerity, iconic performances, and brilliant, witty dialogue.
| Acting | Faina Ranevskaya’s portrayal of the stepmother is an iconic, highlight performance defined by her sharp, memorable delivery. | |
| Score | The film’s soundtrack and iconic songs are essential elements that contribute to its magical, fairy-tale atmosphere. | |
| Acting | Erast Garin’s portrayal of the King is widely cherished for being uniquely kind and eccentric compared to typical fairy-tale monarchs. | |
| Production | The production design and sets successfully create a whimsical, self-contained world that radiates charm despite the modest resources of the post-war era. | |
| Acting | The film utilizes a theatrical performance style that some viewers find enchanting and classic, while others perceive it as lacking naturalism. | |
| Acting | Yana Zheymo’s casting as a teenager at the age of 38 divides audiences; some find her portrayal convincingly innocent and charming, while others find her age distracting. |