Disney's Aladdin

As with all Disney versions, there are some cute animal sidekicks. Lago, Jaffar’s parrot, is funny while also cranky. Also Abu is cute as well and seems to be Aladdin’s only friend. When Jaffar dresses like an old man it reminds me of Snow White when the queen transforms into an old lady and is very in line with classic Disney movies. It’s funny how Disney plugs itself with them brief mention of Pinocchio and has Sebastian the crab shows up and mentions Dumbo as well. Also, in the end the Genie is wearing a Pluto hat, which just goes to show how far Disney will go to promote its self.

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I think that Aladdin says some interesting things like, “You are only in trouble if you get caught,” which might not be the best for young children to hear and follow. I also thought that there were a lot more magical elements in the movie, like the carpet and Jaffar’s magical abilities. I also could relate to Aladdin when he says, “One day we will be rich and live in a palace and have no problems at all,” since Aladdin and I share the same optimistic thinking. I though that the whole process regarding Princess Jasmine’s suitors was much more progressive than in the short story because it was up to Jasmine to accept one of the princes that showed up on her door steps.

I also like how there is just one main genie, other than when Jaffar is turned into a genie at the end of the movie. I also like how there are only three wishes because it makes Aladdin consider what is important to him and make smart decisions. Even though the genie has all power in the world it’s weird how he only grants each master three wishes, but also if he was freed wouldn’t he still have his magic and be able to grant anyone wishes. I also like how Aladdin is portrayed as a smart and cunning and he and Abu trick their gene to get them out of the lion cave. I also like how Aladdin actually gets to know Jasmine before falling in love with her. I also like how Aladdin is nice and wants to free the genie. I like how Aladdin jumps off of the balcony and gets Jasmine’s attention. I’m glad in the end that Aladdin frees the genie! It just goes to show that doing the right thing can be enough sometimes. It’s also nice that the Sultan changes the law regarding who Jasmine can marry and everyone gets a happy ending except Jaffar.

I also think that it is interesting how Aladdin is the one “chosen one” in this version and doesn’t just have dumb luck, which makes Aladdin seem even more special than he already is. It is also is interesting how the genie has different masters, so Aladdin could just give the lamp to a friend and they could share the wishes that they make. It is also interesting how even though Jaffar is really old he tried to trick the Sultan into making him wed Jasmine if she does not choose a suitor soon.