Spellbound: Social Media Reactions To Netflix’s Latest Fantasy Animated Feature

By Manny Gomez
Nov 11, 2024
In Animated Shows/Movies, Fantasy, Latest News & Rumors, Movie News, Netflix

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“Spellbound” is getting ready to make it’s Netflix debut on November 22. The fantasy adventure feature animated film follows the Ellian, the tenacious young daughter of the rulers of Lumbria that have to go on a daring quest to save her family and kingdom after a mysterious spell transforms her parents into monsters.

THE REACTIONS TO “SPELLBOUND” ARE IN

Preview screenings for the film have now taken place and the initial reactions for the animated film are in! Here are what some people are saying via their social media accounts! Our course, we are going to start with our own!

That Hashtag Show

We had a BLAST with Netflix's SPELLBOUND. The animation is stunning, and every character is downright adorable! The world-building seamlessly merges our reality with a whimsical fantasy. Let’s not forget that incredible voice cast! Definitely worth watching! #Spellbound pic.twitter.com/FVcflZuFFX
— That Hashtag Show (Official) (@ThatHashtagShow) November 12, 2024

Screenrant

#Spellbound on Netflix is fantastic! The way this film weaves heartfelt storytelling with breathtaking animation is just magical. It strikes a perfect chord, exploring family dynamics and connection in such a relatable and profound way. Kudos to the brilliant team behind it,… pic.twitter.com/n73Lh8zIW1
— Joseph Deckelmeier (@joedeckelmeier) November 12, 2024

The Direct

#Spellbound is a fun adventure that boasts a surprisingly mature message.

Its unique world is vibrant and fully realized, with lots of songs to enjoy as the story plays out.

Rachel Zegler’s musical talent shines bright, as one would expect. pic.twitter.com/gLfTVK6hRC
— Russ Milheim – The Direct (@RussMilheim) November 12, 2024

Mamma’s Geeky

Spellbound hit me right in the feels! As a parent, this one really got to me. Even when we try our hardest, we often don't realize the effect we have on our kids. Songs are catchy, the oracles are a ton of fun, and the animation is beautiful! Families will love it! #Spellbound pic.twitter.com/TZbOnlcfap
— Tessa Smith – Mama's Geeky (@MamasGeeky) November 12, 2024

Nerdtropolis

Netflix's #Spellbound is a beautiful yet powerful story with fantastic visuals that tackles tough themes like parental separation through a child's eyes. It explores the journey of kids who blame themselves and try to 'fix' their parents' relationship, all wrapped in a magical… pic.twitter.com/mmc7y6HFoG
— Sean Tajipour (@Seantaj) November 12, 2024

CBR

SPELLBOUND is beautifully animated, brimming with heart and humor. Alan Menken’s score hits all the right nostalgic notes for this millennial. Pure magic. Rachel Zegler once again wows & John Lithgow is a scene stealer! Perfect watch for the whole family #spellbound pic.twitter.com/7Ntx2cKIli
— Ashley Saunders (@ThatAshleyErin) November 12, 2024

Smells Like Teen Angst

Netflix’s Spellbound delves into family issues in a fun and creative way. The animation is STUNNING, and every character is simply adorable! That said, I found the music to be heartfelt, but equally forgettable. That said the movie is definitely worth a watch.#spellbound pic.twitter.com/CQvotz4May
— SmellsLikeTeenAngst (@SLTAngst) November 12, 2024

MORE ABOUT THE FILM

“Spellbound” is directed by Vicky Jenson. It has an original score from EGOT-winning composer Alan Menken with lyrics from Glenn Slater.

ALSO SEE: NETFLIX’S ANIMATED FANTASY ADVENTURE ‘SPELLBOUND’ DROPS FIRST TRAILER

The film has an all-star cast that includes Rachel Zegler, John Lithgow, Jenifer Lewis, Nathan Lane, Tituss Burgess, with Javier Bardem, and Nicole Kidman.

“Spellbound” will stream exclusively on Netflix on November 22.

Manny Gomez

One Response

bRADLEE says:

November 11, 2024 at 9:50 pm

I am honestly shocked. I thought the critics would hate this movie by virtue of the fact that John Lasseter was affiliated with it like they did with Luck.

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