*I received the DVD for review purposes from Disney. All my opinions are my own and not swayed by outside sources.*
A few months ago, Hayley and I saw Maleficent in the theatre. I was skeptical about bringing her because of her age (she was 5 at the time) but based on friends who saw it with kids similar ages, I took her and we both ended up absolutely loving Maleficent. If you are not familiar with Maleficent, it is the story of how how Disney’s animated classic “Sleeping Beauty” was re-imagined as an innovative, live-action epic in “From Fairy Tale to Feature Film.” This is a film that is absolutely breathtaking and the cinematography in it is truly second to none.
Starring Academy Award®-winning actress Angelina Jolie (Best Supporting Actress, “Girl, Interrupted,” 2000) as Maleficent, this wickedly fun twist on the classic “Sleeping Beauty” will be made available on Disney Blu-ray™ Combo Pack, Digital HD, Disney Movies Anywhere, DVD and On-Demand platforms starting on November 4th.
After enchanting audiences around the world and grossing more than $700 million in worldwide box office, this live-action, fantasy adventure casts a wondrous new spell on Blu-ray and Digital HD, featuring stunning high definition picture and sound, plus spellbinding, all-new bonus features, including several deleted scenes and behind-the-scenes featurettes that take viewers deeper behind the scenes of the filmmaking magic.
Discover how King Henry and Maleficent’s opening battle scene was created using gigantic wire rigs and elaborate choreography in “Building an Epic Battle.” Learn how playing Aurora was a fairytale come true for actress Elle Fanning in “Aurora: Becoming A Beauty.” And find out more about the meticulous detail that went into creating Maleficent’s elaborate head wraps, rings and other accessories in “Classic Couture.” Viewers can also relive the film’s journey to the screen through concept art, layered visual effects and behind the scenes footage in “Maleficent Revealed.”
“Maleficent” stars Angelina Jolie, Elle Fanning (“Super 8,” “We Bought a Zoo”), Sharlto Copley (“District 9,” “Elysium”), Sam Riley (“Control,” “On the Road”), Imelda Staunton (“Harry Potter” series), Lesley Manville (“Another Year,” “Secrets & Lies”), Juno Temple (“The Dark Knight Rises,” “Atonement”) and Brenton Thwaites (“Oculus”). It marks the directorial debut of two-time Academy Award® winner Robert Stromberg (Best Achievement in Art Direction, “Avatar,” 2010; Best Achievement in Art Direction, “Alice in Wonderland,” 2011). It was written by Linda Woolverton (“Alice in Wonderland,” “The Lion King”) and produced by Joe Roth (“Alice in Wonderland,” “Oz the Great and Powerful”).
Bonus Features:
Blu-ray Combo Pack, Digital HD/SD & Disney Movies Anywhere
- From Fairy Tale to Feature Film – Reimagining Maleficent for a new generation
- Building An Epic Battle –Creating the clash between Maleficent and King Henry’s Forces
- Classic Couture – Examine Maleficent’s spellbinding head wraps and jewelry.
- Maleficent Revealed – Explore the layers of extraordinary special effects.
- Aurora: Becoming A Beauty – Elle Fanning reveals her lifelong love of Disney’s original animated classic.
- Deleted Scenes:
o “Stefan In King’s Chamber”
o “Pixie Idiots”
o “Diaval asks about the Curse”
o “Pixies Seek Asylum”
o “Suitor”
Maleficent is so unbelievably good! I have to say that once we got past the opening scene with Angelina Jolie and her wings, Hayley was not afraid in the least. Since we received Maleficent last week, her and her girlfriends have watched it at least 3 times. Be sure to pick up Maleficent next week and add it to your DVD collection. You will be glad you did so!
Sarah L says
I liked the movie and want to see the extras.
Travel Blogger says
i have to see this one of these days. looks like a good one 🙂 thank you!
Rebecca Swenor says
This is awesome and I know I will be getting the DVD. Thanks for sharing.
Amanda K says
I am anxiously awaiting the release of this film
Scott says
I just saw a commercial for this last night. Didn’t realize it was coming out already, as it is on my must-have list!
Mary says
I have tried to see this twice in the theaters and have missed it both times. So I am very excited to finally get a chance to watch it. Looks fabulous!
Kathy Godbey says
We went to the theatre to see this and it was really good! The storyline was very interesting.
Kelly Hutchinson says
I am almost embarrassed to say I have not seen this movie yet! I am planning to get it for the kids for Christmas, so I guess I have to wait a little longer!
Carlee C says
My son already asked for this for Christmas, so I will fulfill his wish. It was such a great film.
Alena Belleque says
I love this movie!! My sister took me this summer, and we loved it so much we went back the next day with my husband in tow. I’m just sad my two year old daughter is too young to appreciate a theater setting, as I would have loved to share the experience with her. I’m super excited about this movie, and it’s the only thing on my Christmas list this year.
Amy Tebow says
This was an excellent movie cant wait for DVD
valmg @ Mom Knows It All says
We’ll probably pick this up before the holidays. It’ll make for a fun movie night
Maggie Anders says
I want to see this movie, it sounds like it would be great. 😀
Elena says
I guess I am one of the few that was completely turned off from what I saw in the previews, but after reading your comments, it put everything in a new light. Thanks for the fresh perspective on this movie.