Now my thoughts on these most recent trailers are mixed. First, Lana Del Ray's version of "Once Upon A Dream" is rather haunting. In a very catchy way, but takes the happiness and spring out of it. also the CGI monsters are quite magnificent, really detailed.
But, then things get confusing. From what I can collect from the "Dream" and "Legacy" trailers is that Maleficent is not trying to seek revenge upon the kingdom out of jealousy for not being invited to the christening of Aurora. that would be following the plot line in tow of the first film. Instead she is trying to protect her from some great force, by killing her? Or at least kidnapping her. Where they then bond over some crazy prophecy and influential/inspirational dialogue. Attempting to seize empathy from the intended audience. Though for this historic villain who is shrouded in mystery, it seems like quite a stretch. Since in the original cartoon film, Maleficent is a rather obscure and shallow character. Filling an evil witch troupe, very well. Now by expanding on her back story and reasoning for cursing Aurora reminds me of the new fad of; "If their's a tragic backstory all crimes are forgiven!" (ahem Loki ahem) Which is annoying once you realize it, but so utterly effective!
Obviously I won't know anything for sure until I see this film, looking for this explanation. And I will be expecting one, plus a marvelous performance by Angelina Jolie. From Elle fanning not as much. Though props are due to casting and costuming for picking Aurora and Prince Phillip then making them look like the intended young age from the Grimm tale.
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