In a film that flips the switch on a villainous character, Emma Stone and Emma Thompson both put forth a performance of a lifetime. Emma Stone has come a long way from when I first saw her in Superbad in 2007. Emma Thompson has always dazzled audiences with her portrayal of any character.
It's an odd film because here is a villain. You are meant to hate Cruella in the film 101 Dalmations, but here we are presented with a sob story and given the idea to cheer for Cruella as she journeys her way through defeat, triumph, grief, crime, friendship, and lonliness. Cruella gives details to the original film, and the story is full of mystery while sprinkling in comedy as well. Emma Stone is perfect as Estella and Cruella, and like a light switch can personify each character any moment.
Mark Strong pulls off a worthy performance and is so skilled that he almost blends into the movie unnoticed. To round out the amazing performances, John McCrea as Artie and Jamie Demetriou as Gerald (the scene stealer) are great in their supporting roles. Not to mention, memorable role players Joel Fry and Paul Hauser add the finishing touches to Cruella's entourage and likability. Ultimately, I found myself happy with how the film turned out in the end.
Cruella seems on paper, that you wouldn't want to see it. After all, it's about a woman villain who wants to make a coat out of dogs, right? But the double Emma stars makes you do a double take on the film's premise. It almost goes beyond just a live-action Disney villain. Like Malificent with Angelina Jolie, this film makes a new legacy for a character previously brushed off.
It's an odd film because here is a villain. You are meant to hate Cruella in the film 101 Dalmations, but here we are presented with a sob story and given the idea to cheer for Cruella as she journeys her way through defeat, triumph, grief, crime, friendship, and lonliness. Cruella gives details to the original film, and the story is full of mystery while sprinkling in comedy as well. Emma Stone is perfect as Estella and Cruella, and like a light switch can personify each character any moment.
Mark Strong pulls off a worthy performance and is so skilled that he almost blends into the movie unnoticed. To round out the amazing performances, John McCrea as Artie and Jamie Demetriou as Gerald (the scene stealer) are great in their supporting roles. Not to mention, memorable role players Joel Fry and Paul Hauser add the finishing touches to Cruella's entourage and likability. Ultimately, I found myself happy with how the film turned out in the end.
Cruella seems on paper, that you wouldn't want to see it. After all, it's about a woman villain who wants to make a coat out of dogs, right? But the double Emma stars makes you do a double take on the film's premise. It almost goes beyond just a live-action Disney villain. Like Malificent with Angelina Jolie, this film makes a new legacy for a character previously brushed off.