They Remade It: The Movie Comparison Podcast

In this episode, Stuart and Jacob dive into the enchanting world of Disney as they compare the beloved 1950 animated classic "Cinderella" with its 2015 live-action remake. Back to the Disney well once again, eh? They explore the timeless tale of kindness and perseverance, dissecting how the animated version captures the essence of fairy tales while the remake attempts to add depth and context to the characters and story. What does the 2015 film do differently in terms of character agency? How does Lady Tremaine's portrayal evolve in the live-action adaptation? And why does the Fairy Godmother become so terribly annoying?Also featured in this episode are Jacob's thoughts on some more recent animated fare, when Disney gives far too many notes, wacky cartoon hijinks that don't really land, and just how ornate can Kenneth Branagh be? All this and more on They Remade It!Plot Synopsis Timestamps: 19:07 - 28:54----------Socials----------@theyremadeit.bsky.social on Blueskytheyremadeit@gmail.com