The Princess and the Frog

Name: The Princess and the Frog
Director: Ron Clements
Genre: Animation, Romance, Fantasy, Family
Released: 2009-01-01
Duration: 98 min
Rating: 7.2
Cast: Anika Noni Rose, Bruno Campos, Jim Cummings, Michael-Leon Wooley, Keith David

2009Dir. Ron Clements1h 38m

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Runtime1h 38m

Released2009

Budget$105M

Box office$271M

DirectorRon Clements

About This Movie

The Princess and the Frog is a return to hand-drawn animation, blending classic Disney charm with a New Orleans jazz vibe. The atmosphere is vibrant, with rich colors and detailed backgrounds that really capture the city's spirit. The pacing shifts nicely between lighthearted moments and more serious themes, like ambition and perseverance. The voice performances, particularly Anika Noni Rose as Tiana, breathe life into the characters, making them relatable. The film also features some enjoyable musical numbers that feel both modern and classic. It’s interesting to see how it nods to the fairy tale tradition while giving it a fresh spin. Not every Disney film hits the mark for me, but this one definitely stands out for its unique setting and storytelling approach.

Released by Walt Disney Animation Studios in 2009First Disney film with a Black princess, TianaFeatures a mix of 2D animation and CGI elementsSet in 1920s New Orleans, emphasizing jazz culture