Souther and Nordland forces have been locked in war for decades on Nu-Earth. The war has turned the planet toxic. Genetic Infantrymen designed to survive the poisonous atmosphere are deployed in a surprise offensive. The plan is leaked and the Genetic Infantrymen (GI's) don't stand a chance. They are ambushed in the Quartz Zone and are massacred.
Overall, Cruella stands above the other Disney retellings. Its dark and bold, and that is exactly what these retellings should be. Emma Stone continues to prove she's one of the finest young actresses working today, and Emma Thompson gives one of the best villain performances in the last decade. The fashion is stunning, the dogs are adorable, and the story is wildly vibrant and original. It's classic movie fun, and it shouldn't be overlooked.
The film exhibits a respect for the craft and an empathy for human tribulations that have historically been ignored.
Disney movies have taken a bit of a downward turn recently. How come?
The May Incluvie Movie Highlights features 3 fantastic coming-of-age films. We explore butterfly-inducing Sneakerella and Crush, and the sadly timely feature - The Fallout, about the after-effects of a school shooting.
Another uneven "Guess Who's Coming to Dinner" redux that says nothing novel about its subject matter.
