Family Movie Night: Disney’s Aladdin

Get ready to take a magic carpet ride and experience a whole new world, thanks to the live-action adaptation of Disney’s Aladdin!  Not only is Aladdin now available on Digital and Movies Anywhere, but it will be released on Blu-ray™, 4K Ultra HD, and DVD on September 10, 2019, and includes bonus features like alternate endings. I was provided with a copy of Aladdin, but as always, all opinions are my own.  Keep reading to find out more about the movie and its bonus features, as well as a recipe inspired by the Genie!

Family Movie Night:  Disney’s Aladdin

I will admit I was hesitant to initially see the live-action adaptation of Aladdin.  For example, in the original animated version, Robin Williams is the epitome of the Genie so how would Will Smith compare? However, the movie (and Will Smith) quickly won me over.  One of the things that I appreciated about this live-action adaptation of Aladdin is that while it stays true to the original, it also adds its own unique spin to the beloved classic.  Much like the recent live-action adaption of DUMBO.

Guy Ritchie is the director for the live-action adaptation of Aladdin, and he brings his own flair to Agrabah. The movie itself is very colorful, filled with great special effects and fun dance sequences.  And while those familiar with the original animation of Aladdin will recognize favorite songs like A Whole New World, they will also be introduced to new songs like Speechless, sung by Princess Jasmine (played by Naomi Scott).

Naomi Scott and Mena Massoud (who plays Aladdin) bring their characters to life with their great chemistry.  Will Smith as the Genie is fantastic.  And Marwan Kenzari also does a great job of bringing resident baddie Jafar to life.  While Aladdin is definitely a love story, it’s also about the friendship between Aladdin and the Genie.  As Genie warns Aladdin, people want power, but in the end, they are never satisfied and want more.  This is a great lesson for both adults and kids – while it’s good to strive for more, it’s also important to be content with what you have.

Is Disney’s Aladdin kid friendly?

Can Will Smith get jiggy with it?!  LOL.  Yes, the movie is absolutely kid friendly!  My son initially saw it at the movie theater when it was first released, and he watched it a second time with me and my husband.  It’s definitely a fun movie to watch for family movie night.

ALADDIN BONUS FEATURES

Bonus features include*:

DIGITAL PRESELL BONUS:

• MAKE WAY FOR PRINCE ALI – Take a look at the gigantic design extravaganza that came together for this scene of Genie-sized proportions.

DIGITAL EXCLUSIVE BONUS:

• “SPEECHLESS”: CREATING A NEW SONG FOR JASMINE – Follow the story of Jasmine’s inspirational song “Speechless,” written by Alan Menken, Benj Pasek and Justin Paul especially for this version of “Aladdin.”

BLU-RAY & DIGITAL BONUS:

• ALADDIN’S VIDEO JOURNAL: A NEW FANTASTIC POINT OF VIEW – Watch behind-the-scenes moments captured by Mena Massoud (Aladdin) in this fun, fast-paced look at his personal journey.
• DELETED SONG: “DESERT MOON” – Experience a moving duet performed by Jasmine and Aladdin, fully shot and edited, with an introduction by Alan Menken.
• GUY RITCHIE: A CINEMATIC GENIE – Discover why director Guy Ritchie was the perfect filmmaker to tackle this exhilarating reimagining of a beloved classic.
• A FRIEND LIKE GENIE – Discover how Will Smith brings talent, experience and his own personal magic to the iconic role of Genie.
• DELETED SCENES
  • Falling Petals Into OJ
  • Jafar’s Magic Orrery
  • Anders’ Gift
  • Wrong Wishes
  • Silly Old Fool
  • Post Yam Jam Debrief
• BLOOPERS – Laugh along with the cast and crew in this lighthearted collection of outtakes from the set.
• MUSIC VIDEOS
  • “Speechless” – Music video performed by Naomi Scott
  • “A Whole New World” – Music video performed by ZAYN and Zhavia Ward
  • “ A Whole New World” (“Un Mundo Ideal”) – Music video performed by ZAYN and Becky G.

*Bonus features may vary by retailer

Click the link below to see a trailer 🙂

A RECIPE INSPIRED BY THE GENIE

If you’re looking for a recipe inspired by the Genie, then you’ll want to check out Genie’s Fig Jam Cookies from Geeks Who Eat.  You can click here to view the full recipe!