Places where only our imagination took usbefore, we are guided through the images of modern television. This story combines all classic fairy tales with a modern twist. I watched this with myfive year old nephew and he met it, as did I. Although the running time is long, thestory moves keeps your attention and isn't slow paced. There was never a dull moment and it is a story that can be watchedover and over again. The 10th Kingdom is an American fairytale fantasy miniseries written by Si Moore and produced by Britain's Carnival Films, Germany's Babelsberg Film und Fernsehen, and the USA's Hallmark Entertainment. Please, if you haven't yet, check this oneout. Wendel, by means of a magic mirror, escapes into a hitherto-unknown Tenth Kingdom modern day New York City and meets Virginia and her north Tony. Thescenery and costumes were great.
Synopsis A father and daughter are caught in a parallel universe where the great queens Snow White, Cinderella, and Little Red Riding Hood have had their kingdoms fragmented by warring trolls, giants and goblins. Two centuries after Snow White and Cinderella had their adventures, the Nine Kingdoms ready themselves for the coronation of Prince Wendel, Snow White's grandson, to the throne of the Fourth Kingdom. But an evil once-queen has freed herself from prison, and turns the prince into a golden retriever. Wendel, by means of a magic mirror, escapes into a hitherto-unknown Tenth Kingdom modern day New York City and meets Virginia and her father Tony. Pursued by trolls, cops, and a wolf in man's form, the three blunder back into the Nine Kingdoms and begin their adventures to restore Wendel to his human form and throne, and find the magic mirror that will take Tony and Virginia back home, all the while unknowing that Virginia already has a connection to the Nine Kingdoms that may prove deadly before we reach Happily Ever After. So many have tried, but few have succeeded increating such a beautifully woven masterpiece as The 10th Kingdom. Thereisn't a moment of this movie that I did not wholeheartedlyenjoy. But with its spectacular visuals, compellingstoryline, and off-beat but lovable characters, The 10th Kingdom takes youalong for the journey that so captivates, you hardly notice the time thatpasses. This movie is an adventure of epic proportions that I would rank upthere with The Neverending Story and The Princess Bride. Actually, as faras fairytales go, I daresay this is better. The cast is perfect for each of their roles and acted them outspectacularly. The script is excellent with its many references to so manybeloved fairytales... This is a classic in the making. Please, if you haven't yet, check this oneout. You'll be so very happy you did. Ten out of ten stars... It's rare to find somethingthat both adults and children can enjoy together. I watched this with myfive year old nephew and he loved it, as did I. This story combines all classic fairy tales with a modern twist. Thescenery and costumes were great. Although the running time is long, thestory moves keeps your attention and isn't slow paced. The actors did anexcellent job. I found myself laughing out loud at the antics of some ofthe characters, like trolls singing along to Saturday Night Fever. In myopinion Scott Cohen made the series thanks to his portrayal of the wolf. Hehas gained a new fan in me. I recommend this mini-series to all, whether young or young atheart. Reviewed by Andy film-critic When I was first approached to watch this film, I noticed the lengthand was completely turned away. Who could endure this manyinteractions with children's storybook characters? Luckily, my wife satme down and we began this lengthy process. To say the least, I wasimpressed. Directors David Carson and Herbert Wise did a spectacularjob of bringing the magic and detail of fairy tales to the smallscreen. Through the voyages of our three main heroes, we see so many ofour childhood escapes. Places where only our imagination took usbefore, we are guided through the images of modern television. Imagination is only part of this miraculous tale. This film keeps withthe modern idea of fairy tales with some very dark thematic elements. The scenes with the Trolls and with Snow White were spellbinding. Youcould literally get lost in this film and never want to escape. JohnLarroquette and Kimberly Williams are decent in their roles aboutaverage for television , but it is Scott Cohen as the Wolf thatliterally steals every scene. He plays his part to the fullest extent. Ed O'Neill and Rutger Hauer also contribute well to this story. Overall, this was a beautiful if long story that continually pushedthe boundaries of a television mini-series. I never knew where it wasgoing to take me next or which fairy tale it would dive right into. There was never a dull moment and it is a story that can be watchedover and over again. This is a treat for anyone with a passion forchildren's literature!
