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Enchanted

2007

The beautiful princess Giselle is banished by an evil queen from her magical, musical animated land and finds herself in the gritty reality of the streets of modern-day Manhattan. Shocked by this strange new environment that doesn't operate on a "happily ever after" basis, Giselle is now adrift in a chaotic world badly in need of enchantment. But when Giselle begins to fall in love with a charmingly flawed divorce lawyer who has come to her aid - even though she is already promised to a perfect fairy tale prince back home - she has to wonder: Can a storybook view of romance survive in the real world?

Ages 7+Source checked

Why this age? Fantasy danger includes attempted poisoning, a frightening troll, a dragon, perilous heights, magical death threats, and a villain’s fall to her death. Romance is prominent but mild; the overall tone is comic and reassuring. This is guidance, not a safety guarantee; reading level and family context may differ.

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At a glance

Recommended age7+

Strongest cautions

  • Romance4/5
  • Frightening scenes3/5
  • Death of a character2/5

Strongest positives

  • Courage & resilience4/5
  • Creativity & curiosity4/5
  • Good role models4/5

What’s in it?

Products & advertising2/5
Why this rating?

Features standard brand product placement common in films set in modern NYC.

Death of a character2/5
Why this rating?

The villain falls to her death, which is a standard fantasy trope. No main characters die.

Strong language1/5
Why this rating?

Very mild language typical of a Disney family film.

Romance4/5
Why this rating?

Central theme of true love, romantic attraction, and a love triangle involving a marriage proposal.

Frightening scenes3/5
Why this rating?

The evil queen appears as a frightening hag, and there are intense scenes of characters falling or being held captive.

Sexual content & nudity1/5
Why this rating?

Brief romantic kissing and light comedic references to relationships and dating.

Alcohol or drugs1/5
Why this rating?

Minimal background social settings; not a focus.

Violence2/5
Why this rating?

Includes cartoonish villainy, sword fighting, a chase on a building rooftop, and a climactic dragon battle.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience4/5
Why this rating?

Characters show courage in rescuing loved ones and standing up to the villain.

Creativity & curiosity4/5
Why this rating?

Highly imaginative blend of animation styles and storytelling subversion.

Diverse representation2/5
Why this rating?

Features a modern diverse cast in the urban setting of New York City.

Educational value1/5
Why this rating?

Provides subtle social lessons about personal growth and relationship maturity.

Kindness & empathy4/5
Why this rating?

Kindness is a central trait of the protagonist and is consistently rewarded.

Positive messages4/5
Why this rating?

Promotes the values of empathy, kindness, and discovering love through personal connection rather than fantasy archetypes.

Good role models4/5
Why this rating?

Characters demonstrate growth, honesty, and responsibility as parents.

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  1. What did courage look like in this story? Was being brave always the same as being fearless?
  2. How did relationships or romance affect the characters’ choices?
  3. Which choice in Enchanted would you have made differently, and why?
  4. Who changed the most in Enchanted, and what caused that change?
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