Movie Details:
| Based on | Disney’s Sleeping Beauty “La Belle au bois dormant” by Charles Perrault |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
| Genres | Action, Adventure, Drama, Family, Fantasy, Romance |
| Release date | May 28, 2014 (Los Angeles) May 30, 2014 (United States) |
| Running time | 1hr 37min |
| Age rating | PG |
| Starring | Angelina Jolie Sharlto Copley Elle Fanning Sam Riley Imelda Staunton Juno Temple Lesley Manville |
| Directed by | Robert Stromberg |
| Screenplay by | Linda Woolverton |
| Produced by | Joe Roth |
| Cinematography by | Dean Semler |
| Edited by | Chris Lebenzon Richard Pearson |
| Music by | James Newton Howard |
| Production Company | Walt Disney Pictures Roth Films |
| Distributor | Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures |
Cast & Characters:
- Angelina Jolie as Maleficent
- Elle Fanning as Aurora
- Sharlto Copley as Stefan
- Lesley Manville as Flittle
- Imelda Staunton as Knotgrass
- Juno Temple as Thistlewit
- Sam Riley as Diaval
- Brenton Thwaites as Prince Phillip
- Kenneth Cranham as King Henry
- Hannah New as Princess Leila
- Isobelle Molloy as Young Maleficent
- Michael Higgins as Young Stefan
- Ella Purnell as Teen Maleficent
- Jackson Bews as Teen Stefan
Storyline:
A vengeful fairy is driven to curse an infant princess, only to discover that the child could be the one person who can restore peace to their troubled land.
About Movie:
Maleficent is an American fantasy film that offers a live-action retelling of the classic villain from Disney’s 1959 animated film Sleeping Beauty. Directed by Robert Stromberg, the film stars Angelina Jolie in the title role, alongside Sharlto Copley, Elle Fanning, Sam Riley, Imelda Staunton, Juno Temple, and Lesley Manville.
Development and Production
The project began as an animated film in 2003 but transitioned to live-action in 2006 after Disney acquired Pixar. Initially, Tim Burton was set to direct, but he left the project, leading to Stromberg’s selection for his directorial debut. Jolie joined the cast in January 2012 and also served as an executive producer. Filming took place at Pinewood Studios in Buckinghamshire, England, from June to October 2012.
Plot Summary
Maleficent explores the backstory of the iconic character, revealing her transformation from a kind-hearted fairy into the vengeful figure who curses Princess Aurora. The narrative delves into themes of betrayal, love, and redemption, providing a new perspective on the classic tale.
Release and Reception
The film premiered in Los Angeles on May 28, 2014, and was released theatrically in the United States on May 30. It received mixed reviews from critics, with praise directed at Jolie’s performance and the visual effects but criticism aimed at the script and direction. Despite this, Maleficent was a commercial success, grossing over $758 million worldwide, making it the fourth-highest-grossing film of 2014 and Jolie’s highest-grossing film to date.
Awards and Legacy
The film was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Costume Design at the 87th Academy Awards. Its success led to a sequel titled Maleficent: Mistress of Evil, released in 2019. The film has been recognized for its unique take on a well-known story and has contributed to the trend of live-action adaptations of animated classics by Disney.
Budget & Box Office Collection:
| Budget | $180,000,000 |
| Opening Day | $69,431,298 |
| Domestic Collection | $241,410,378 |
| International Collection | $518,443,30 |
| Worldwide Collection | $759,853,685 |
