Linda Woolverton

This movie certainly rouses some sympathy for Maleficent. In the original animated film (and fairytale) she's spiteful over not being invited to a baby's christening/blessing. Like bro, there's more important things to be mad about, and this movie gives Maleficent a good reason for her actions.

A overall fun and creative sequel to Maleficent, and gives Aurora/Sleeping Beauty more of a role/agency than the original animated film or fairy tale ever did.

I realise nostalgia is a huge factor for me in how much I enjoy this film, but even so, I think this is a great family movie even without the nostalgia glasses. And the main orchestral theme might be my favourite one of all time.

I wasn't sure what to expect from this film but I enjoyed it. I always quite enjoy these stories which try to rewrite familiar stories whilst making the "bad guy" not so bad but not changing the story. It's clever when done well e.g "Wicked". I didn't find this film fantastic but enjoyable enough.