Sleeping Beauty (1959) | Movie Review - Bull Session
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- Опубліковано 4 лют 2025
- Let's go back and take a look at Sleeping Beauty, a film that is, in my opinion, Disney's masterpiece
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Sleeping Beauty - January 29, 1959
Starring Mary Costa, Bill Shirley, Eleanor Audley, Verna Felton, Barbara Luddy, Barbara Jo Allen, Taylor Holmes, Bill Thompson
Supervising Director Clyde Geronimi
Sequence Directors Eric Larson, Wolfgang Reitherman, Les Clark
Produced by Walt Disney
Sleeping Beauty is a Walt Disney Productions production, and is distributed by Buena Vista Distribution.
This video is a Bull Session Production. All contents are used in accordance with Fair Use for the purposes of criticism and parody.
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OG Maleficent is best Maleficent
Was their any doubt?
@@ZionKraze facts. She is the OG and the HBIC all in one. Sorry, not sorry Angelina.
Sleeping beauty is definitely underrated massively. It’s a work of art and it’s simple story can’t help but be charming. It’s perfect for literally all ages and both boys can get behind the sword fighting scene and clearly the girls are all for the beautiful princess
For certain
I want to have the bravery of Prince Phillip and the beauty and the voice of Aurora.
This is my favorite Disney film, and Phillip my favorite Prince. He can sing, dance, ride, fight, burst into spontaneous duet, and even stand up to his father. Manliest disney prince there is.
And he can still dance after being brutally kidnapped, thrown into a dungeon at the dreaded Forbidden Mountain, undergoing a perilous escape and fighting a dragon. He must have the stamina of an ox.
So agree.
Chad Phillip is CHAD
Sleeping Beauty is my favourite Disney movie of all time. So beautifully animated
Not to mention the artistic detail especially with the hand drawn details
@@Gymnasticsthrowback89 truly stands the test of time.
While I wouldn't consider "Sleeping Beauty" one of my top favorite Disney films, there's still plenty of elements I love about it. First and foremost are the visuals, which are absolutely gorgeous. You explained very well how amazing the backgrounds are, and I really love the character designs, particularly for Aurora and Maleficent. The former has such elegance in her movement, from her dancing in the forest and walking up those dark stairs, to the flowing locks in her golden hair. Maleficent perfectly represents 'all the powers of Hell' with her sharp lines and dark colors, and her dragon form is one of the coolest designs of any Disney film. Not to mention her final battle with Prince Phillip was one of the best Disney climaxes.
The other main aspect I enjoyed was the three good fairies. Not only were they entertaining to watch (fairy or peasant), but they were also endearing for acting as mother figures for Aurora. I like how compared them aiding the prince to a video game character giving the player a tutorial.
I remember the animator in charge of Maleficent said something like going from Maleficent in her detached elegance to Cruella DeVille's in your face attitude next on Dalmatians was a fun contrast.
@@BullSession No wonder Roger said Cruella was scarier than any evil entity. That vampire bat, that inhuman beast.
The reunion scene between aurora and her parents was for me (deeply) underwelming, a simple hug and a few tears and THATS IT 😧😧😧
I’d say that Aurora should be given a fair chance when it comes to her Disney colleagues. Consider that she was cursed as a baby to prick her finger on the spindle of a spinning wheel and die. Her parents send her into protective isolation for 16 years, with only the three Good Fairies and a few forest animals to give her any resemblance of loving care. That takes a toll on a person. I think anyone that’s been in isolation for any amount of time can sympathize with that.
On her sixteenth birthday, she happens to meet the man she’s always dreamed of, falls in love with him, and invites him to meet the fairies at the cottage. She rushes home ecstatic, only to find a birthday cake and a beautiful dress (which should be blue in my opinion), which her caretakers have made to soften the blow of the real truth. Aurora is actually a Princess who is betrothed to a man named Prince Phillip. Aurora must leave the cottage without ever seeing the man she met again, and go back into isolation for the good of the country. Destined to marry a prince that she’s never met (the audience knows that Phillip is the man she met), and having virtually everyone look to her as their leader, Aurora believes that she will always be alone for the rest of her life. This makes her almost inconsolable, and an easy target for the evil Maleficent.
The fairies sneak her back into the kingdom by night, and put her in her chambers, with a crown on her head. Aurora breaks down again, and the fairies let her have a moment alone. That same moment is when Maleficent, who is maliciously hiding in the fireplace, hypnotizes Aurora against her will, leads her to a room with a spinning wheel, and forces her through the power of suggestion to touch the spindle.
Were it not for Merriwether’s gift of slumber changing the curse, and Prince Phillip’s valiant effort to wake his love with true love’s kiss, Princess Aurora would likely be dead, or at least never wake up. But Maleficent is defeated, and the Prince and Princess marry, living happily ever after.
I also love this movie! Literally as a kid I loved the songs and I was both scared of and fascinated by Maleficent. As an adult I honestly love it more because of the art and the amount of work that went into it, and you know no movie is going to look like this again.
I watched it all the time, but any time Maleficent was on screen, I’d hide under anything around me. Plus, I’d always have nightmares about her
A true classic. And classic Maleficent is just so good
Wow, I haven't seen this movie in almost 20 years and don't remember it looking this stunning. Thank you for this video! Looks like I really have to rewatch this one.
I, too, was scared shitless by that one scene and have very fond memories of the fairies.
The SCORE!! I just adore it.
I was glad to watch this and share in your feelings about this movie. As a child I remember the music and visuals of the princess going towards the wheel and needle, with the fear of god flowing through my veins. This was always my favorite. Thank you!
Watching the movie clips in this video really make me wish Disney was still making animated movies
Same here
You need to look up the word animated. But I understand what you mean. Hand drawn animated. That would not be economically possible today though. Or, the art style has died out. Either one. I don't think it is fair to compare hand drawn animation w computer animation because they are 2 completely different art styles and both are supremely specific.
@@Mintylight
you make a good point
I soooo looove Princess Aurora.
Probably my favorite Disney movie, it's so sad that many give this movie negative reviews, so I'm so glad you also liked it as much as I do! It's A LOT better than the new Maleficent movies
Great to review, thanks. It's always been my favorite and the colour palette is breathtaking.
Watch Fantasia if you haven’t. It’s an absolutely incredible visual achievement.
Great video post! Sleeping Beauty has always been my favorite Disney animated film. It kind of ties with Snow White, but for very different reasons. Sleeping Beauty takes the cake for all the reasons you've outlined in this video. Thanks for articulating my feelings exactly!
Maleficent is the #1 Disney Villain for me, with Frollo at #2
My favorite movie, ever since I first saw it as a toddler. It only got better, with every passing year and each rewatch. ❤
Sleeping Beauty has always been and will always be my favorite Disney princess and favorite Disney movie
The reunion scene between aurora and her parents was for me (deeply) underwelming, a simple hug and a few tears and THATS IT 😧😧😧
Some animated films under Walt seem to be misunderstood in modern times. Just like in Snow White, the princess and prince are not the main characters of the film. It’s all about the Dwarfs and the Queen fighting over her. In Sleeping Beauty it’s the same thing tho with the 3 good fairies and Maleficent being the key players. When the princess has less screen time than the comic relief that should hint at something.
Those fairies are gangsta
Great review! Sadly this movie is often regarded as one of Disney’s lesser films which is not true at all IMO. A lot of people say this movie is boring but I don’t think it’s boring at all. If you don’t mind if I ask what is your reasoning for liking Sleeping Beauty more than Snow White & Cinderella (I also like it better than Snow White & Cinderella)
Only people who have studied ballet and drama can truly appreciate this movie
@@Gymnasticsthrowback89 I didn't study ballet or drama & I love this movie.
Although i have to say Swan Princess is better than this film. It’s still a darn shame Aurora and Queen Leah don’t have enough screen time or dialogue between them
Fun fact: the music you hear when Aurora and Philip get down the stairs at the end of the movie is actually the anthem of the French monarchy
Thanks for the info brotha. I love animation and saw this at my local thrift store yesterday. Gonna go back today to see if it's still there
My dad introduced me to Sleeping beauty as a kid, telling me I'd love it. My Grandmother gave me the 1983 Ballet by the Kirov Ballet and you had better believe I watch both of these, and listen to the music, regularly. I quote along with Maleficent and sing along with Aurora and I love the art and every rewatch always has something new I didn't notice last time.
The Maleficent movies can go burn in the fires that spawned the original Maleficent for being a travesty and an insult. The only reason I did not walk out of the theatre was because I paid top dollar for luxury seats.
This original timeless classic will be my favorite Disney movie forever and a day, and the music, the ballet, the fuhnny scenes and all the mistakes I've seen in the film (and the missing sound FX, that bothers me) will always be a part of mt life until my last day.
I've never seen Sleeping Beauty. I'm actually watching this video for a class assignment. I remember always telling myself as a child that I'd never watch Sleeping Beauty because I assumed the whole movie was about a sleeping princess. I convinced myself that nothing happened in the film... anyway, this review is kinda intriguing because I'm a sucker for graphics, and seeing how pretty they are makes me want to watch it.
You should this was the most expensive Disney movie that almost got them bankrupt. They hired fashion designers, expert painters and argued about almost everything about this movie. They’re was even an intervention with the painter(who did the entire background of this movie), that he was making it so good that they were afraid audiences were going to focus only on the background and not the actual movie. If you want I can send you the link where some of the creators of this movie and others(like Aladdin, beauty and the beast, etc) all talked about this movie in extreme detail. And behind the scenes.
@@MyselfandComics It was every bit worth it. Easily THE most beautifully made Disney Film and in some parts it really is hard to believe it's not computer generated - it's incredible. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
@@rommee
Hard agree 100%*\(^o^)/*
I know im late but please send that link
I never knew why they insisted that if Cruella “doesn’t scare you, no evil thing will” when Maleficent was right there
I would consider 101 Dalmatians from 1996 the first live-action remake from Disney:)
This movie is a masterpiece! Just watched it again and it never gets old.
Fitting how in Kingdom Hearts Birth by Sleep, The unofficial trilogy are worlds back to back.
This is great
Those repeated scenes in other movies cost them extra. Disney had them do it to create branding. It was one of the factors that almost closed em down.
Rite Of Spring is my favorite part of Fantasia (always been a dinosaur nut). Originally, the segment was going to conclude with the Ice Age, showing Humanity's primitive, caveman beginnings. Walt abandoned this idea after they were sent death threats from Creationists who'd somehow gotten wind.
hahaha oh wow, I never knew that. The more things change the more they stay the same, I suppose.
@@BullSession Speaking of cavemen, have you seen Primal?
Possibly the most genuinely feminist animated movie ever made...
...And I haven't even seen it in a while!
P.S. The Little Mermarid is NOT the beginning of the Disney Renaissance. The similarly throwback-themed Who Framed Roger Rabbit was.
Some people also put the start at The Great Mouse Detective. It's certainly debatable, but The Little Mermaid definitely made the biggest splash, no pun intended.
LOVE this movie! Always been my most favorite, for pretty much the same reasons. 😍☺️
Can Review the Disney film the Black cauldron.
I didn't like this cartoon as a kid because it was kinda murky, bleak and creepy. But as an adult I appreciate it more, it's visually beautiful and stands out from other Disney cartoons. And Maleficent is the best villain!
At 3:39 😆😁😂
Disney starts putting out trailers for malufancent two electric boogooloo. Bull season: time to feed the algertrivem me: well if Disney is going to make a chash grape why not the little guy you go bull you go
Can you do Peter pan by any chance
Next time there's a new Peter Pan movie out, I'll surely cover at least the direct to video sequel.
4:48 It was no wonder she was the main villian of kingdom hearts..... for 90% of the game then she gets stabbed by one of Nomura's OCs..... and when she's resurrected Pete is her only servant and none of the heroes take her seriously.... wait wasn't this suppose to be positive?
The visuals are amazing, and the three good fairies are a delight. Maleficent is the standout of the movie, but the reason it doesn't get more love is 1) The story wasn't compelling. It's too run-of-the-mill. 2) There is no memorable song. The film needed its own "Under the Sea" or "Colors of the Wind" to be the next level.
The reunion scene between aurora and her parents was for me (deeply) underwelming, a simple hug and a few tears and THATS IT 😧😧😧
How is Once Upon a Dream not memorable?
@@idellming yeah exactly, itsmy favorite disney classic. its stunning and captivating, very romantic.