Wish

Yes, this film is unapologetically corny and unabashedly self-congratulatory, and while it pales in comparison to many of the classic animated films referenced throughout, the little ones should find it entertaining enough and the parents should be at least mildly amused as well as grateful for a zippy 95-minute running time.

Wish serves as a throwback to the past, a celebration of the present, and a gentle push into the future.

This movie is nice to gawk at, though the character models of Disney films are starting to get a little too interchangeable, a little too… well, on model. But as a piece of storytelling, Wish is as flimsy as a star decal stuck to a wall.

Wish plays out like the No Frills version of a Disney princess story.

Disney has been at the forefront of animation in film for much of its 100 years and their legacy is unparalleled. That’s a lot to put on the shoulders of any animated film, but Wish, with its mundane celebration of this history, is a disappointing commemoration of these accomplishments.

In “Pinocchio,” when Geppetto wished upon a star, a hunk of wood became a real boy. Eighty-three years later, Disney’s latest animated film, called “Wish,” which is sort of about the origin of that same magical ball of gas, couldn’t be more wooden, manufactured or lifeless.

Unfortunately, Wish manages to be none of the things it wants to be. It is neither evocative enough of the past to work as a tribute, nor irreverent or inventive or just plain funny enough to justify its constant but half-hearted callouts. It’s the ultimate cop-out — a lifeless, uninspiring mess of bland brand management.

Beautiful in sight, song, & especially story. See it for yourself! Don’t take the critics’ word for it. They got it wrong & for good reason. It doesn’t match where they want society’s money or ideas invested. I wish I spent my money at the box office instead of waiting on the convenience (during a snow storm) of paying for it on a streaming service in the comfort of my home (like I’ve gotten accustomed to post-Covid). I’d gladly have forked over double just to support a film that deserves it.

Wish portrays a lot of various colorful passion of belief as it sells a lot of optimism from various inspirations and scenes from other Disney films.

They forced themselves to recreated the Disney feeling of old times. It is not bad but also no masterpiece. Lets start with the good things. The art style and animations look fine. There are a few missteps here and there but those are neglectable. You have to look hard to spot them despite what YouTubers say. I like the characters and voice actors but must admit they (mostly) failed to created a memorable villain. Lastly the songs are really good and I am the “I hate singing in Disney movies” guy. Now to the bad things. While you can enjoy the story without a doubt it collapses when you start thinking about it. For example with spoiler warnings: No one knows basic math. One wish per moth means that most wishes will never be granted as the kingdom is not that small (12 wishes per year). I hate to point out that Asha failed despite the movie suggesting otherwise. She wants that granting wishes were not in the hand of just 1 person. Do you know how it ends? Then the point were Asha and the villain Magnifico argue. Her grandfathers wish is to empower all people to fulfill their wishes them self. On paper this looks good and is a selfless wish without a doubt. However you just need 1 bad apple in the Kingdom to start horrors beyond their imagination. Think about far left or right extremists or good intentions turned to extreme. Ashas argument that her Grandfather is good is no argument at all. I even have no doubt that she is 100% correct. The source of the wish can be pure but the outcome is uncontrollable and has nothing to do with her grandfather. Lastly the villain Magnifico could be amazing. They forced them to much into the stereotypical villain role. There are sparks that could flesh out the character. Just as an idea. Why not make Asha and Magnifico realize that the other have valid points and that they both wont be correct all the time? Lets them balance each other out to grant more wishes. Overall I say this is watchable but not as good as former Disney movies. I would have brought back the classic movies from Snow White to Moana to the cinema instead.

A Wish Without Soul: The Failed Magic of Disney’s 100th Anniversary250114 (1.5)A cute mascot and a pretty fantasy world are never enough to guarantee the success of a Disney musical. In *Wish*, the story and characters lack distinct personalities, the plot progression feels forced, and worst of all—the music is incredibly underwhelming. The film is set in the Kingdom of Rosas, ruled by Magnifico, a sorcerer king who claims to grant the "wishes that make you who you are." However, he is a severe narcissist who only grants about 14 wishes a year, selectively choosing those that pose no threat to his power. When people hand over their wishes at age 18, they lose all memory of them, becoming hollow and lethargic shells of themselves. Asha, a young girl hoping to become the King's apprentice, discovers this dark reality when she asks for her 100-year-old grandfather Saba's wish to be granted. Her grandfather simply wants to create music that inspires others, yet Magnifico deems this "dangerous" and **** internal logic of the film is shaky at best. Asha, despite being told that solicitation is strictly forbidden, immediately begs for her grandfather's wish during her interview. When she eventually rebel’s against the King, the plot relies on weak coincidences. Even her friend Simon betrays her just to become a royal knight—a motivation that felt thin and unconvincing. The musical numbers, which should be the heart of a Disney film, are forgettable and lack the emotional punch of previous classics. The climax suggests that even after having their wishes stolen, people can simply make them glow in their hearts again by singing together, which felt like a lazy resolution. While the post-credits scene attempts to pay homage to Disney's legacy by revealing that Saba’s "inspiring music" is actually the iconic "When You Wish Upon a Star" from *Pinocchio*, it felt like a cheap emotional play. For a 100th-anniversary milestone, Disney should have focused on quality storytelling rather than just leaning on its past successes.

Un Vœu Aussi Désespéré que le Scénario Wish - Asha et la bonne étoile est selon Walt Disney Pictures « LE » film d’animation de la décennie, celui qui va relier tous leurs grands classiques d’animation pour les 100 ans du studio historique. Alors, ça vaut quoi ? Eh bien, je ne trouve pas grand-chose de positif à dire… La direction artistique est je trouve, un peu brouillonne, un mélange **** entre de la 3D et la peinture. En plus de cela, l’animation de l’environnement, des personnages et autres est je trouve, un peu saccadée et absolument pas au niveau d’un Reine des Neiges ou de Vaiana. Parlons des musiques, c’est censé être un gros point fort des classiques Disney, qui ne se rappelle pas des chansons de Blanche Neige, Le Roi Lion, etc… En bref, c’est « LA » signature des classiques Disney. Mais du coup, les musiques de Wish, ça vaut quoi ? Eh bien, elles sont toutes oubliables de mon point de vue. Aucune des 12 chansons n'est véritablement mémorable, la seule qui ressort un peu du lot, c’est « Knowing What I Know Now » et encore… Pour finir, j’ai été déçu par ce film étant un grand fan des productions classiques de Disney j’attendais probablement plus du métrage des 100 ans de la marque, surtout avec la communication qu’il y a eu. Toujours dans l’attente d’un grand renouveau dans les productions Disney.