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The Princess and the Frog Reviews

A sample of reviews from critics across the country.

• 100

  out of 100

  Entertainment WeeklyLisa Schwarzbaum

  What matters is that Tiana triumphs as both a girl and a frog, that dreams are fulfilled, wrongs are righted, love prevails, and music unites not only a princess and a frog but also kids and grown-ups.

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• 80

  out of 100

  Los Angeles TimesBetsy Sharkey

  The dialogue is fresh-prince clever, the themes are ageless, the rhythms are riotous and the return to a primal animation style is beautifully executed.

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• 80

  out of 100

  The Hollywood ReporterKirk Honeycutt

  Marks Disney's rediscovery of a strong narrative loaded with vibrant characters and mind-bending, hilarious situations.

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• 75

  out of 100

  USA TodayClaudia Puig

  Emphasizes backing up wishes with hard work. That proviso is a thoughtful message for young moviegoers.

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• 75

  out of 100

  Chicago Sun-TimesRoger Ebert

  The Princess and the Frog inspires memories of Disney's Golden Age it doesn't quite live up to, as I've said, but it's spritely and high-spirited, and will allow kids to enjoy it without visually assaulting them.

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• 50

  out of 100

  The New York TimesManohla Dargis

  It's not easy being green. But to judge from how this hand-drawn movie addresses, or rather strenuously avoids, race, it is a lot more difficult to be black.

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• 50

  out of 100

  VarietyJustin Chang

  This cheeky update of a classic fairy tale boasts almost as many talking points as merchandising opportunities.

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