Descendants (2015) Review in 2025
Descendants is a Disney Channel original movie that tells the story of the children of Disney villains who attend a prestigious boarding school for bad kids.
Family-Friendly Rating
Is this movie suitable for family viewing?
Descendants is a fun and light-hearted movie that is suitable for the whole family, especially those with kids who love Disney characters.
CineReview Recommendation
Descendants is a fun and light-hearted movie that is perfect for a family movie night or a relaxing afternoon watch. It's not particularly original or complex, but it's a great way to spend a couple of hours.
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The movie follows Mal, the daughter of Maleficent, as she navigates her new life at Auradon Prep and falls in love with the son of King Beast, while also uncovering a plot to overthrow the king and restore the villains to power.
Review Details
story8.00/10
The story is engaging and fun, with a clear plot and well-developed characters. However, it's not particularly original or complex.
acting8.00/10
The acting is generally good, with great performances from the leads. However, some of the supporting actors feel a bit miscast.
characters8.50/10
The characters are well-developed and relatable, with great chemistry between the leads. However, some of the supporting characters feel a bit one-dimensional.
direction8.00/10
The direction is solid, with great use of music and dance numbers. However, some of the scenes feel a bit rushed or overly long.
cinematography7.00/10
The cinematography is average, with some nice shots and lighting, but also some awkward camera angles and editing.
Pros and Cons
Pros
Engaging story, well-developed characters, great music and dance numbers, and a fun and light-hearted tone.
Cons
Not particularly original or complex, some awkward camera angles and editing, and some miscasting in the supporting roles.
Notable Quotes
"I'm not a villain, I'm just misunderstood."
"You're not a hero, you're a legend."
"You're not a villain, you're a hero."
