Why Cruella Succeeded Where Maleficent Failed

Disney has made two attempts to adapt an animated villain to live action: Maleficent and Cruella. In this video essay, I explore why Cruella worked and Maleficent didn't.
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[@kathleenpeoples4028]

I never saw maleficent and your review confirms that decision. But Cruella was a great film.

[@noctap0d]

I still haven't watched Malleficent but I just watched Cruella and I'm amazed at how good it was.

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I loved your analysis. Like I've said, I haven't watch Malleficent so I don't have an opinion about it, but you made very good points on what constitutes a good "remake".

[@ExtraordinaryPeoples]

Thanks!

[@matthewhedrichjr.5445]

Cruella is better than Maleficent so I apologize to those who likes Maleficent which disappoints me