ENCHANTED | Exclusive Director's Commentary with Kevin Lima

[@estefy1005]

This man create a Disney masterpiece, from the creativity to the music and the amazing cast. Amy Adams really feels Giselle in the way that she acts by just moving her arms gives her character so much personality and the innocence that it gives to the character that goes from being angry to expressing many emotions at the same time, she is great.

[@nonyabusiness3619]

Thank you for mentioning how marketing departments and other higher-ups actively try to sabotage good, creative, wholesome films, in a petty attempt to show that they know more about what audiences want better than actual film makers. It's ridiculous and frustrating. They're the reason why the Disney magic is gone now. You've made a wonderful movie Mr. Lima, and I'm so glad that you got to share it with us.

[@KevinLimaOfficial]

Truth

[@nonyabusiness3619]

@@KevinLimaOfficial Yay! I got a heart from Kevin Lima!💖

[@KevinLimaOfficial]

Now you have 2!

[@briannalee1998]

I AMA so angry that he wasn't asked to direct Disenchanted. This movie proves that he isn't a phenomenal director and he deserved better. How the hell did he not get more gigs after this movie??

[@KevinLimaOfficial]

I got lots of gigs, unfortunately none of them made it into production. MONKEYS OF MUMBAI made it into animation but like so many films at DreamWorks, it was closed down in the sale to Universal.

[@yellowRose806]

Brianna Lee - I think the one typo was "isn't." I know you meant to say he "IS " a phenomenal director. Kevin Lima - what have you been up to in recent years? Are you still in the film industry?

[@KevinLimaOfficial]

I am. The past 15 years have been filled with a lot of studio development and few, although some making it to the starting line. I worked for 2 and a half years on a DreamWorks Bollywood animated feature that got shut down so the company could take a write down. Hollywood isn’t for the weak of heart!

[@yellowRose806]

@@KevinLimaOfficial you deserve a come back no matter which position you do. Don't look at Enchanted negatively of how it impacted your career. It's one of your best works and the fact that people are still talking about it says a lot about great you are!

[@RosannaPalma]

This is why people hate me and tell me I’m a bitch and this is because I feel I need tosay it all out loud ….we really missed you directing on the sequel man!

[@estefy1005]

I beg this man to please release an extended version of Enchanted. I really need to hear the “Enchanted” song

[@LeeDanielAying]

I wish this exclusive commentary becomes available in Disney+

[@pa2707]

I love love love Enchanted! Amy Adams was so amazing in it. "That's how you know" always brings a smile to my face. And I've watched that song a hundred times. Everytime!

[@MarieLourdes-l1d]

Here is the order: 0:00 - Intro 3:13 - Chapter 1: Once Upon a Time 7:25 - Chapter 2: He's Out There Somewhere 11:11 - Chapter 3: A Wishing Well 16:17 - Chapter 4: A Bit of Kindness 20:45 - Chapter 5: Welcome to New York 26:35 - Chapter 6: Happy Working Song 31:36 - Chapter 7: Grown-Up Girl Bonding Time 37:13 - Chapter 8: Have You Found Her Yet? 43:44 - Chapter 9: A Divorce Forever and Ever 48:40 - Chapter 10: That's How You Know 55:45 - Chapter 11: The Magic Mirror 1:00:16 - Chapter 12: Not a Date 1:10:50 - Chapter 13: Edward Arrives 1:15:56 - Chapter 14: A Splendid Date 1:20:03 - Chapter 15: The Queen Arrives 1:23:33 - Chapter 16: A Dance 1:27:15 - Chapter 17: Just One Bite 1:29:55 - Chapter 18: True Love's Kiss 1:35:40 - Chapter 19: A Tale of New Heights 1:42:08 - Chapter 20: The End (Credits) 1:50:20 - Outro

[@sarahgutierrez7348]

I wish he would have directed disenchanted. The sequel is good but Enchanted is a masterpiece that doesn't compare. I feel that disenchanted lacked those touches that Kevin did in the first film like they forgot about Giselle boutique. I would have love to see Giselle create dresses but this time for her baby. Something that characterizes Giselle was her tender way with children and her taste for fashion. I liked the detail of adding a baby on disenchanted, but is not relevant. Giselle is a very motherly character and they could have composed a lullaby that Giselle would sing to Sofía, instead of making meaningless songs.

[@estefy1005]

True, the baby doesn't add much to the story. Doesn’t make any sense to give a magic wand to a baby she never uses it. The baby went unnoticed throughout the movie. If Giselle at the end of the movie was going to die (disappear) then the baby would also have disappeared and no one cared about her lol. I would have liked to see more interaction between them like in the first movie where Giselle had motherly behaviors with Morgan and felt very organic.

[@yellowRose806]

I would love to have seen more dynamics of the couples lives as they're adjusting to their new normal. Even have Robert, Giselle, and Morgan travel together to Andalasia. I didn't like that Robert forgot the fairy tale life and thought it was dream.

[@estefy1005]

@@yellowRose806 I know Robert refuse to sing and this time he did, but he forgot at the end

[@SuperMoviemaster21]

@@estefy1005 But remember, that was him under the effects of a spell. It’s still not a contradiction of his character, it’s just the way to spell worked when Gisele wished her life to be like a fairytale, the same way she unintentionally turned into an evil wicked stepmother EH? :-)

[@estefy1005]

Well, Robert's character did evolve thanks to Giselle’s influence. He went from being sarcastic and realistic to be more charismatic with her. He sings very softly to her at the dance ,but HE SINGS. At the end he also seems very happy and does a funny little dance.

[@laura_a_eme]

Enchanted is one of my favorite comfort movies. Thank you so much for doing this ❤

[@julinhaa_1]

This movie is one of the good parts of my childhood, i remember when i was 8 years old today i'm 23, at the time i followed the Disney website and when i watched it for the first time i fell in love with the story, the characters and the songs, I went running to my parents so they could buy the DVD and I could watch it again and again. How time flies, I'd like to be able to go back in time and live it all over again, what i liked in Disenchanted was the nostalgia of seeing the characters again but i'm sure if it were directed by you it would be much better but what you worked for the film is a masterpiece that will live forever, greetings from Brazil

[@KevinLimaOfficial]

So happy to hear that you’re able to bring a piece of your childhood with you as you journey through life!

[@mykeleon2050]

I've watched Enchanted so many times, and by just his comments I can imagine the actual scenes 😅🥰

[@princepeterwolf]

Kevin I don't know if you'll ever read this, but I just wanted to thank you for Enchanted which in my humble opinion is the greatest film Disney produced since Mary Poppins, you should be very proud! It is a brilliant, brilliant film all around!

[@KevinLimaOfficial]

Now that’s high praise! Thank you and it brings me great joy to have brought you great joy.

[@princepeterwolf]

@@KevinLimaOfficial More than deserving! I've loved this film for so long that to have been able to actually thank you for it has already made my year, thank you for replying. =)

[@bradredford4846]

You made my favorite movie of all time, Tarzan. I love Enchanted as well! Thank you for your work!

[@elizabethhurlbut1475]

Thank you so much for posting your commentary on Enchanted. It made watching the film again even more magical. I've seen many other film parodies since that missed their mark, as their focus was on cynically mocking the genre and its audience. You made the right choice by turning Enchanted into a love letter to Disney films. The mix of animation with live action was seamless. In addition, the extra time, energy, and care placed into Enchanted still shines through in every frame, making it timeless, unforgettable, and loved by all. Bravo! I can only hope that Disney films in the future remember to follow your example in their visual storytelling.

[@KevinLimaOfficial]

Thank you and I have to admit, I feel the same way.

[@Ev-fm6ev]

I wish that the demo of “Enchanted” was released. I would love to hear it! Better yet, I’d love to see the Edward/Nancy duet scene. Maybe one day! This was an absolutely excellent video and it really lifted my spirits.

[@KevinLimaOfficial]

You, and the rest of the ENCHANTED fans! Maybe someday.

[@MidnightRaindrops]

I just wanted to say that Enchanted is one of my favorite movies ever! I love how it’s basically a disney romcom.

[@justinmv023]

This is one of my favorite Disney movies growing up and up to this day! I really love Enchanted so much. Thank you so much Director Kevin Lima for making an amazing, extraordinary and magical fim. I never get tired watching this film all over again. I love all the casts from Amy Adams, Patrick Dempsey, James Marsden, Idina Menzel, Susan Sarandon, and Rachel Covey. Enchanted is truly a masterpiece and one of your best creations.

[@KevinLimaOfficial]

So glad you enjoy the film so much!

[@justinmv023]

@@KevinLimaOfficial I enjoy it so much! Me and my siblings used to watch Enchanted a ton of times when we were kids. I'm just a bit sad that I found out that you aren't the director of Disenchanted. I thought you were involved in the production. That explains why I still love and prefer the first movie over the sequel. The sequel was a great and decent film, but I felt something was missing. Enchanted is even more magical and special because you put so much work, effort, and dedication into it. That's why it became a huge hit and very successful at the box office. I am always very thankful that I watched and witnessed how beautiful the movie "Enchanted" is. It has a special place in my heart. Thank you so much, Director Kevin Lima, for sharing your Director's Commentary on Enchanted with all of the Enchanted fans.

[@damianduran6030]

I loved this commentary, so thank you so much Kevin for doing it! Enchanted is still one of my favorite Disney movies. In fact, it's actually one of my favorite movies of all time and it has a special place in my heart. It's the movie that made me want to visit New York one day. Tonight I'll see Disenchanted but I know it won't be as magical without you behind the camera. It's a shame that you couldn't be part of it. Hope you keep well and thank you for making this movie. Would love to see new projects from you!

[@KevinLimaOfficial]

Thanks much, Damian for so many kind words. So happy you love the film and my commentary. I would have loved to make the sequel, but Hollywood politics stepped in and made it impossible 🥲

[@kuridelblack]

I don't know how many times I've watched Enchanted already! It's by far my favourite Disney movie alongside with The Princess and the frog. It just brings me all the happiness, I love the Art, aesthetic, colors, music and the history that tells us! ♡ I'm so sad Giselle is not an Official Disney Princess, because her design is the prettiest of all of them, especially at the beginning of the movie with the Alfons Mucha vibes! I remember watching this movie as a kid at the Cinema with my parents, and how much I wanted to live in Giselle's Tree house! (I still do, haha) Thank you kindly for all the effort on this movie, it will always have an special place in my Heart ♡

[@ScottWiserAnimation]

What an endless stream of great insights and lessons into methodical filmmaking! You're such an inspiration, Kevin!

[@rainybutsunnyday]

Pausing for a second to say that I am so excited to be watching this! Thank you!

[@robertadler4354]

I love this movie so much, thanks a lot for doing this.

[@AnteoTesila]

OMG!!! this is pure gold!!! Kevin i have no words to thanks you for this amazing piece of fantasy, art and inspiration, this is still a breakpoint at the fairytale movies. It always give me a smile even in my darkest moments. You deserve the best things

[@KevinLimaOfficial]

You are welcome. Glad you enjoyed it!

[@voidsthread]

i love this so much omg Enchanted is my favorite movie and Giselle is the best Disney character literally ever 🥹 i wish Disney would swallow their pride for a second and give Amy those royalties so she can be part of the official Disney Princess lineup. thank u so much for this Kevin!! you have no idea how much this movie means to me 💕💕

[@Ellerbeetimes100]

Thank you for this. I really love the careful character building, excellent acting, stunning musical set pieces. I really love this movie. Thank you again.

[@marcelogorenman3253]

THANK YOU, MR.LIMA!!! This was AMAZING!! I always felt the official release of the movie lacked an audio commentary, and I could tell from the behind-the-scenes footage what a passion project that was to him. So informative, and it's more like a visual commentary than audio! I'm so happy about this. What a great movie.

[@KevinLimaOfficial]

Thank you, Marcelo! I’m so happy you enjoyed it.

[@marcelogorenman3253]

@@KevinLimaOfficial Woah... I was not expecting a personal response! Since I got you here... in the making-of (on the target-exclusive dvd), very near the end, there is a (visual, no audio) snippet of the duet between Nancy and Edward... so did you shoot the entire song? If so... did they just dance around the ballroom or what was happening?

[@KevinLimaOfficial]

@@marcelogorenman3253 Yeah, we did shoot the entire song! They sing to each other, then we launched into a voice-over song, "Enchanted" that was meant play over the wrap up scenes. Unfortunately, Idina never recorded "Enchanted" and we ended up rewriting the end song which is what you hear in the film, "Ever Ever After." I do though have a demo of Alan Menken singing "Enchanted." Unfortunately, I can't release an unfinished song that's not in the film.

[@marcelogorenman3253]

@@KevinLimaOfficial Woah, that is amazing. But the way the film wraps up works really well, so listening/watching that song would be more out of curiosity. But now that I know I am communicating with you, I wanted to share something about the first time I watched the film in theaters: I got VERY emotional when "true love's kiss" started ... I was feeling something I hadn't felt in a many years: that feeling of watching classic musical Disney fairytale for the first time. You captured that so perfectly it made me feel like a child again. It was amazing, and a testament to your skills as a filmmaker. Thank you so much for responding to my messages; a real treat. PS: Tarzan rules! :-)

[@marcelogorenman3253]

@@KevinLimaOfficial Mr. Lima, this re-edited (original?) ending has been posted online... I would love to know your thoughts on it... and how accurate it is: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z37NdqR9iJukkKM

[@justanimationstuff3307]

8:45 James Baxter, Belle's co-supervising animator-for anyone who didn't know

[@ConradToledo]

He was the heart of Enchanted, this guy made probably the 2nd or 3rd best live-acton/animated movie since Who frame roger rabbit. if he didn't tell the writer to not do another script draft, the movie could"ve been a whole different thing. This dude basically retired on his prime after this movie. Director that don"t come very often in family movies

[@Remythechef]

This was a fantastic commentary. I really enjoyed it.

[@TonyWDA]

I must've seen Enchanted a dozen times a week when it was brand-new, and it was *still* nearly impossible for my family and me to wear it out- we loved it so much and still do. Seeing the film again after all these years, with your (long-awaited!) commentary, caused a ton of meaningful memories to come flooding right back. Thank you for doing this, Kevin, and I hope we get to see more of you talking about the films you were heavily involved with. (*coughcoughGoofyMovieAAAUGHCOUGHcough*)

[@itsbekah29]

thanks so much for this film. it’s one of my favourite pieces of media to ever be released!!

[@speedmifune7376]

Don’t know why, but I always stick this video on for background noise while I’m working. I also find myself laughing whenever Pip and Giselle reunite now because all I can think about is Patrick saying “I’d kill it” 😂 I loved seeing all the behind the scenes footage and the storyboards too! Thank you for sharing all of this with us 🙏🏻 I like Disenchanted for what it is, but it’s such a shame they didn’t beg you to direct it honestly. It’s cute, but I can tell it’s not the same person behind the camera from start to finish. It really needed your touch 🫶🏻

[@simplymaterial]

This was absolutely awesome Kevin, thank you for your insight! So fun to see the photos and little videos that you shot behind the scenes, just love seeing those tidbits! It just shows and encapsulates how much work (and especially preparation) goes into making movies. Loved this!

[@KevinLimaOfficial]

I'm glad you enjoyed it!

[@Charlotte-nk3zq]

Kevin! Not sure if you’ll end up reading this, but I wanted to thank you for directing probably the most notable and favourite movie of my childhood. I was 3 when it came out, and I’ve watched it at least once a year (sometimes it’s 10 haha) since. I’m almost 19 now and it remains my favourite film. Thank you for your amazing work on it and making it what it is!

[@LeeDanielAying]

I don't need to play the movie synchronous to Kevin's commentary because the whole film is basically ingrained in my subcranium 😂

[@melissadavis8472]

literally me. and i love that pip reference

[@LeeDanielAying]

@@melissadavis8472 Yes and only the true sons or daughters of the film would notice 😂😉

[@melissadavis8472]

@@LeeDanielAying wow you are full of references!!

[@LeeDanielAying]

@@melissadavis8472 Yeah, you told me already. Is that the only word you know? References? Over and over references and it makes me so. Oh sometimes you make me so.

[@melissadavis8472]

@@LeeDanielAying don’t you think that’s a bit melodramatic, dear?

[@Anthony-fu6cl]

Thanks so much for this commentary, Enchanted has been one of my favorite Disney movies for years now. I always loved the Easter Eggs, and even learned some new ones! (I always had a suspicion of the bus driver's hair being a Hidden Mickey haha!) I also loved some of the artistic choices made in Giselle's transition to becoming "real." The thing that was most notable to me was the gradual decrease in spontaneous singing. I thought it was brilliant. So when the sequel happened and she started singing in the middle of normal circumstances again years later, I was confused lol...

[@doubleaprince]

Ah! Thank you so much for sharing this! Enchanted is a huge comfort film of mine, so this was a delight to watch. Especially loved the bits about how you added more stuff for Robert. He was always my favorite character and I'm happy he got to be so fleshed out :')

[@brta_kttw]

Perfection! Thank you so much!

[@justanimationstuff3307]

THANK YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! So happy it finally happened.

[@KevinLimaOfficial]

You are welcome! Hop you enjoy it.

[@KevinLimaOfficial]

While you're hopping, I hope you enjoy it.

[@justanimationstuff3307]

@@KevinLimaOfficial even if it STUNK (in YOUR opinion), I would have loved it. I am a Disney BTS junkie.

[@GerardoTonella]

Thank you so much for this amazing Gem of a commentary! (I remember waiting for a rumored special edition Blu-ray that never arrived, but better late than never!). And thank you for this wonderful film… truly one of my favorites ever.

[@jfanelli310]

Thank you so much for this. As an enormous fan of the film from the start, it is greatly appreciated. Thank you for your work.

[@KevinLimaOfficial]

You’re welcome.

[@Disney65Fan]

Just finished watching Enchanted again(I already saw it last Friday) and I used your directors commentary for Enchanted this time to see the film. Thank you again for doing this.

[@KevinLimaOfficial]

Wow, a second time in 5 days! Glad you enjoyed all the insights.

[@Disney65Fan]

@@KevinLimaOfficial I loved Enchanted so much Kevin. Thanks again for making a brilliant film.

[@justanimationstuff3307]

10:26 sincerity. I feel like so many movies need a dose of the old Disney mentality: sincerity

[@Raypunzel]

When I went to Central Park for the first time when I was 18 I remember running around looking for specific places and when my mom asked me what I was looking for I told her I was looking for enchanted filming location lol

[@punxsydawn]

I'm 27 and still think about the filming locations of Enchanted every time I visit Central Park

[@yellowRose806]

@Kevin Lima Have you seen or heard about people randomly bursting out in song (like the movie) at Central park?

[@KevinLimaOfficial]

@@yellowRose806 in real life? No, but I’m guessing over the years there must have been a flash mob in Central Park

[@Alejandroigarabide]

Looking forward to future commentaries. This one was awesome!

[@RosannaPalma]

My husband hates all Disney movies and thinks they’re all idiot and then this movie came out … I was 25 at the time had just been heartbroken and this movie showing how to believe in love came out. This is the only movie from Disney my hubby has watched with me many times he knows I’m a big fan of it …I just dance it and sing it until this day 😅😅😅 I I already have two kids now and my smallest one which is a girl a four year old girl watches and dances with me and loves it because she knows she’s a princess too …. it’s been 15 years. 😱

[@KevinLimaOfficial]

So happy to hear that ENCHANTED has brought you such happiness!

[@TheJoya1234]

Enchanted is one of my all time favorite movies. Wonderful all around. Thank you ⭐️🌸

[@SarahWestCrazyTaxiQueen]

that's amazing Kevin Lima. You must be wonderful at making Enchanted come to life

[@davewoodman8326]

Sensational!!!! Kevin, I love your movie so much. Thank you for this marvelous information.

[@KevinLimaOfficial]

So happy you enjoyed it!

[@pedro-ox2ju]

very cool to know these curiosities the 1st enchanted is a remarkable film the disenchanted sequence was also good only forgot that in the 1st film gisele created a brand of dresses called ''andalasia''

[@WinterWonder99]

About Mary Costa and Ilene Woods, Woods passed away in 2010 of Alzheimer's. Only 4 years after Enchanted was filmed. She most likely wasnt up to the task. Mary Costa was still active in show business up until about 2009ish and then officially retired. She is still alive at 92. I know Mary and Ilene were very good friends and if Ilene wasnt up to it perhaps Mary felt it wouldn't have been right to do it without her. Sad because it would have been amazing to see them in the film. My two favorite princesses.

[@danielgudinojuarez6729]

Yes, this is such a great commentary and today ENCHANTED turns 15 years old

[@danielgudinojuarez6729]

Also, Adam Shankman was suppose to direct the first one before you Kevin enter in. But years later, Adam would take charge of the sequel which I watched last Friday on Disney plus and was okay. I always felt the first one set a high standard yet its sequel did do a good job with the cast, songs, and score.

[@SteveSykes4ever]

Amy Adams … so dreamy! Thanks for the commentary.

[@RosannaPalma]

It was such an honor I’m so happy to just watch it oh every each minute of it I admire this Director and I love the movie so much!!!!!!!!!!! is my favorite movie ever!!!!!! it oh my God I’m gonna save this video forever…. Love this❤

[@rfenwick731]

Many thanks for this Mr Lima - I love film commentaries and since DVDs have gone out of fashion I don't get to hear this level of detail behind the creative/filming process any more. It was fascinating and heart warming! :) I hope you're getting to bring your love of animation and live-action to some exciting new projects!

[@71crm]

Enchanted kind of reminds me of the fantasy films of the late 1940’s (I’m thinking of such films as Miracle On 34th Street and It’s a Wonderful Life) where a magical person/character comes into a very realistic (and slightly cynical) landscape and ultimately changes the main characters’ lives for the better. If this film had been made in that era I think it would’ve still been a hit, which shows just how timeless the story seems.

[@KevinLimaOfficial]

That was the whole idea! Create a film that is both universal and specific and in doing so, connect emotionally. with that in mind, I've been labeled old-fashioned. Sadly.

[@71crm]

@@KevinLimaOfficial When I compare a newer film to a 1940’s film I mean it as a compliment because I love a lot of those old movies

[@craigmcfarland8039]

This is EXCELLENT!

[@KevinLimaOfficial]

That's Craig! I appreciate you watching.

[@worldsworstyoutubechannel]

Thank you for this!!! ❤

[@writeforanimation]

Kevin! Thank you so much for doing this. We would love to have you as a guest on our channel to chat about your story process :)

[@ScottWiserAnimation]

Great idea, Pietro! He's definitely been a favorite on the Directing Animation Livecast!

[@writeforanimation]

@@ScottWiserAnimation Thank you, Scott! I'll watch that episode too!

[@ScottWiserAnimation]

He also was kind enough to host the episode when I "unleashed my 10 feature film pitches" and gave me better reactions than I could have ever hoped for. 'Twas a dream come true. :)

[@sarahlorraine7460]

Thank you for doing this for the fans, Kevin. I believe your movie heralded the beginning of the Disney Revival. It’s a shame they seem to be losing their way yet again with all these terrible remakes and sequels (not mentioning any in particular, hint hint…). I’ve always been impressed by how much subtle depth there is in Enchanted, in both the writing and acting. It really is a beautiful piece of entertainment. Also, your favorite scene is my favorite ❤️

[@sarahlorraine7460]

The moment when Giselle realizes she’s changed as a person and can never go back blows me away every time, as well as the scene right after with Robert sitting alone in shock. He pulls in his robe like he still feels the linger of her touch and is trying to suppress it. Whoever’s idea that little detail was, it was brilliant. Another great moment is Edward’s reaction on finding out Giselle was never his true love. There’s no hint of jealousy or regret on his face for even a second. To me, this shows he really is pure of heart, that the Prince archetype isn’t just a facade or a role he plays. Man, I could go on and on, I love this movie :)

[@YAEL112300]

Wow!! this was so fun and amazing to watch!! so nice to learn new stuff I didn't know about this movie, so thank you so much for doing that and for creating this wonderful movie. Enchanted is absolutely one of my favorite movies ever and definitely my favorite disney movie. I was waiting for the sequel for years and was sad to hear you weren't part of it. I enjoyed it a lot, especially after waiting for this movie to be released for so long but I feel like it doesn't have the same magic as the first one. I'm sure if you were part of it, we could have had more magic and fun with the passion you have for this story, so it's a bittersweet feeling. Watching Enchanted at the theater when I was 8 was such an incredible experience. The audience could feel your love and passion to the classic movies and how you wanted to do something that is truly a love letter to those movies and ever since watching it at the cinema, it holds a special place in my heart and this movie is 100% one of the reasons I am now in university studying animation! I am forever grateful for you and for your incredible work and I hope we will see more of your work in the near future :)

[@KevinLimaOfficial]

Keep at it, there are great things ahead!

[@kreyennaleigh6452]

You make the best Live Action and Animated Disney movie ever Kevin Lima

[@KevinLimaOfficial]

Thank you, Kreyenna!

[@kreyennaleigh6452]

@@KevinLimaOfficial Your welcome, and I am a huge fan of your movie like Enchanted

[@virginiehanrigou6158]

Hi, Thank you for making this ! It was long overdue… I read most of the previous comments and I’m amazed at the level of love this film got from the audience. Even from kids who weren’t old enough to have the references or the understanding of what "real life" meant. That’s how you recognize good films. The characters and the story are strong enough to pull anyone in. I’ve been working in Animation for 17 years now (and I know a few people from the 2D crew :) ) and I love how you worked and worked on the story and the characters so they made sense and came alive in both worlds. Even when the suits were trying to tank the film because they don’t get that. And the secret storyboards and story reels were pure genius ! As a story artist myself, I can only agree with you on every level ! You have to have a storyboard. If it’s not working, having it colored and orchestrated is never gonna save anything… Like you, I truly love Amy Adams in this film and the way she absolutely became the character, the way she moves and evolves, and this sequence where she gets angry is a masterpiece. She gets through 6 emotions in 10 seconds and you read them all. That’s fine acting ! And filming these spontaneous moments ahead of the rest is something I’m gonna remember ! :) I watched Disenchanted right before watching your commentary, and they didn’t get it. They didn’t understand the characters, their arcs, their personalities… Everything just feels off somehow. Moving things on a screen. And speaking of which, the animation is drastically… let’s say different… I felt violated when I saw a rotoscoped version of Marc Davis’ Cinderella’s transformation. That was Disney’s favorite scene. Just like he loved Feed The Birds and you understood the reason why. They didn’t. So. Not as traumatic as this thing they had the nerve to call Pinocchio but definitely hollow. Yours will survive, and judging by these comments, for a long time… :)

[@KevinLimaOfficial]

Thank you Virginia for your observations about and your contributions to ENCHANTED. As you know, it takes a focused army to pull a film together and I can tell from your comment that you understand that. Hope things are going well for you storyboarding - your work is the backbone to any film’s success!

[@virginiehanrigou6158]

Thank you Kevin :) And thank you for all these interesting insights on what makes a good film. I guess some people making "content" would be advised to watch it…

[@kaylamarie3730]

My favorite movie EVER.

[@Disney65Fan]

Same

[@coreynmarie]

Enchanted has always been one of my favorite films of all time and watching listening to your commentary whiile watching the film was soo insightful. have more respect for the film even more. (also I'd love to see a goofy movie commentary, it's one of my favorites too!)

[@CraigElliottGallery]

So awesome Kevin, Thanks so much for doing this and bringing back all the warm memories of designing on this film for you! Cheers!!

[@KevinLimaOfficial]

So glad you enjoyed it!

[@Disney65Fan]

Thank you so much

[@fiamafricanotraxler1383]

Loved the inside look into the creation of this wonderful movie. ❤

[@KevinLimaOfficial]

So happy you watched! Did you see yourself?!

[@fiamafricanotraxler1383]

@@KevinLimaOfficial I did. Thanks for thinking of me. Harvey was in Westside too. You had a whole crew

[@j.j.q1379]

This was awesome I hope one day you can do other movies you did. ❤️❤️❤️ thank you. When this movie came out I was going through a lot with a divorce but this movie help me cheer up. So I thank you for the beautiful movie when I needed it at the most at the time ❤️

[@cosplaysbygus]

Wow. This was practically a belated birthday present (November 11th) for me. This movie means a lot to me, I've been watching it since I was 8 years old. I loved renting it with my dad while he was still around 🤍 If you want to talk more about the film, I'm all ears. I never get tired of Enchanted. It's a film that has always touched my heart, even now at 23 I still seem to have the same spirit as Giselle, especially the mannerisms. I can't talk without moving my hands like I'm a Disney princess 🤣 I continue, even after so many bad things have happened in the real world, trying to see it in a kind and magical way. So really thank you for this documentary. I really wish you had directed Disenchanted, without you the movie wasn't exactly what I expected after 15 years of waiting. Anyway, thanks again Kevin. You are an amazing director. Kisses & hugs from Brazil 🇧🇷💙

[@elindayana8174]

ENCHANTED IS ONE OF MY FAVORITE MOVIES EVER! FANTASTIC! I LOVE IT SO MUCH!!! 😍💖🔥

[@melissafranca1180]

I can totally understand now why this was my favorite movie growing up, seeing you explaining ever single character and their motivations make me so emotional because it's visible how much though was put in it.

[@yellowRose806]

Hello Mr. Lima!!! I was always a fan of Enchanted. I still remember the day I watched it in theaters! I was 16 years old. So many easter eggs! I only noticed a small handful of them. Great planning! Recently I've seen the film and I appreciate it more than before. I relate to Giselle now. I'm a millennial whose still struggling to be an adult with a child-like mind. I also love musical theater. THANK YOU for the life lesson about Fantasy vs. Reality. I haven't seen the sequel yet and I was dissapointed you weren't involved with it at all. I'm still looking forward to it.

[@moldylunchbox1760]

no wonder why disenchanted has a huge difference in literally everything

[@Disney65Fan]

Unpopular Opinion Enchanted is way better than Disenchanted. I'm baffled why Kevin wasn't asked to do the sequel.

[@PaulPowersYesThatOne]

This is amazing. Thanks, Kevin! Any chance for A Goofy Movie commentary like this one??

[@Merina2222]

This was fascinating. Thank you for sharing this with us!

[@nancygeissepile572]

Love this! Long overdue!

[@elenarowe3642]

This content is amazing Kevin! Thank you for providing an in depth commentary on a wonderful Disney film!! Hopefully one day, the demos that didnt make the cut will get released🤗 the scene where you are taking about Robert, Morgan and Giselle dancing, theres a behind the scenes video of the three dancing.. Was that Rachel Covey? The girl looked a lot older

[@KevinLimaOfficial]

Yes, it was Rachel!

[@justanimationstuff3307]

12:50 Yeah, I already have beef with Disenchanted for that-especially since she has been in the real world for TEN YEARS. Man, they should be required to have originals consult.

[@thesparks00]

I cannot believe that this year of 2023 would give us more enchanted (2007) content!!!! Thank you so much for directing a wonderful film, for having put it together (and so well)! Everyone's effort shined in that movie, wow. Hearing about how cutthroat it is in marketing and getting a green-light 😰 whew... they had no idea!!! this is a coveted movie! it's just that good ❤️ mostly because of your effort! i have endless good things to say, no bad thing at all, i suppose only that i regret a sequel didnt come through with yourself at the helm! i wish you all the best sir! ✧⁠\⁠(⁠>⁠o⁠

[@dapshere]

This was wonderful!! Did you make Amy's skin paler when she was lying unconscious on the couch? Because she seemed so, compared to her co stars. Also there was a noticeable difference in her skin colour when she awakened. If yes, how was that done?

[@KevinLimaOfficial]

You noticed! My reference was Aurora’s pale complexion after she falls into her deep sleep. I believe it was done by the make up artists.

[@amanagen25]

Thanks for this! I watched the film in theaters and I loved it!

[@Taspens]

Is this the real Kevin Lima's channel? If so, thanks for bringing us this movie. Loved it

[@KevinLimaOfficial]

Yes it is!

[@iamjas_fher_u]

Thank you for this Sir Kevin Lima! Forever my favorite Disney movie.

[@justanimationstuff3307]

Never be afraid of archetypes-they work for a reason. (:

[@danareyes2636]

Hello Mr.Lima, It’s wonderful to hear your take on the movie! Before watching this I noticed that the beginning and end scenes mirrored each other! Also, I love the similar dialogue Robert and Giselle exchange when they ask each other “if it’s a habit of theirs to fall out of stuff” when they first meet and later profess their love. It’s a great recurring theme to have all these scenes come back in different forms! I do have a question? In the restaurant scene why was the script (shown in this video) different from the lines Robert (in the final cut) said regarding his backstory? The Final Cut he sort of summarizes what the script had but it would’ve been nice to hear it all out. Was it a timing problem? Thank you for directing this movie! It is so well-made and is one of my top favorite movies! I love Robert and Giselle, especially her character arc!! ❤ :)

[@KevinLimaOfficial]

Hey Dana, to answer your question…I’ve never been a fan of characters just plainly stating their emotional journey. It feels like every film now (especially animated films) are therapy sessions. My guess is we may have cut the Lynne’s you noticed for that reason.

[@danareyes2636]

@@KevinLimaOfficial Thanks for answering and clarifying things! Knowing your approach it makes sense why the lines were cut. Also, Enchanted is a film about staying hopeful in a troublesome world and like you say a “love letter to Disney”, so keeping most of the lines would’ve made the scene a little too melancholic for the movie. Nevertheless, after all these years it’s still great to see unknown glimpses/lines/scenes of the movie!

[@sha11235]

Too bad he didn't direct the sequel, which appears to be a bomb.

[@petie.doon4544]

Great Commentary! Thank you so much for making this! Odd, specific question, but at 41:02, Do you remember who animated the shot where Narissa (in the pot) pulls down the Apple, then lets it rise to the surface?

[@KevinLimaOfficial]

I do not. I know Andreas Deja animated many of the Narissa scenes, but James Baxter had his hands all over so much of the animation that I have trouble discerning who did what. I wonder if I have a animation scene breakdown. Is it that important that you know?

[@petie.doon4544]

It’s not super important, but thanks for reply. I just love how that shot combines the real world props and the 2D (it’s really impressive), and I just love looking up rough animation of my favorite shots after seeing movies. So sometimes to find specific shots online, one has to figure out who animated them, cause then maybe that animator could have the shot on their reels or something like that ^^ but again, no worries if you don’t have the scene breakdown. Was just curious. Thanks again

[@chris...9497]

Just wanted you to hear something about my own experience with fantasy and naiveté. I'm now an old lady, but back when I was a child, I had the glorious opportunity to watch Mary Martin in "Peter Pan". Beautiful production. I believe it was the 1960 broadcast. Now jump forward to 1973 when it was once again broadcast. My boyfriend and his buddy held a watch party at the buddy's house. I was so looking forward to watching and singing along with this magical show, but... My boyfriend and his buddy kept making cynical remarks and rude jokes about the action onscreen. Heart-wrenching. I had always striven to maintain my innocence, and these buffoons had no sense of innocence. I still have my sense of innocence. It's what makes things like Harry Potter so enjoyable. As for those two, my boyfriend broke up with me over a woman who decided she wanted him for herself. He tried to get me back, but we were done; so, they married. Later, my boyfriend's buddy slept with the woman he married. He never talked to his friend again. THAT is what cynicism will get you.

[@KevinLimaOfficial]

Thanks for sharing your story. I can only hope that you’re stilling holding strong to your joy!

[@moviesandmelancholy]

enchanted was my favorite movie growing up. thank you so much for making my childhood so magical❤️ I was so sad to learn that you weren’t involved in the sequel. It turned out pretty mid without your touch, all the magic was lost. at least I still have the original to love and watch

[@wandasupremacy4068]

Stumbled upon this cause i saw that Nancy and Edwards duet leaked and was thinking maybe a directors cut was out there (nope, but hopefully one day 🙌)

[@DisneyFan16672]

Thanks for the wonderful commentary Kevin! It was great to see your thoughts and insight into one of my favorite Disney films. If you continue this series, I would love to see your thoughts on “A Goofy Movie” and “102 Dalmatians” (two of your other films for Disney) and the different methods between working on an animated vs. a live action film. Thanks again!

[@justanimationstuff3307]

8:45 Did James Baxter design them for that sequence, or did someone else design them first? Did Claire Keane design the pink dress as well as the wedding dress and the blue dress?

[@KevinLimaOfficial]

As with any animated film, there are many character designers that explore what the characters could look like. Troy Quane (the director of SPIES IN DISGUISE) and Harald Seiperman were the first, then Lisa Keene did some work and finally, James Baxter pulled it all together.

[@justanimationstuff3307]

@@KevinLimaOfficial Thanks!

[@KevinLimaOfficial]

To answer your second question...Claire Keane did work on a few of the character costumes - Giselle, Nathaniel and oh! Giselle's wedding hairstyle!

[@nickdorenkamp959]

So this is gonna be a long comment so apologies for the length. First off I love how the film uses different aspect ratios for the animation and live action scenes. Even though this is a love letter to Disney, that choice to switch between ratios feels very much like how in the Wizard of Oz because of the creation of technicolor the film would switch from black and white to color. Keeping on the subject of animation now I did listen to this commentary last night without watching the film (seen it a few times to know what moments in the film you're talking about) and when you mentioned Rick Baker's makeup on the Queen's Hag disguise, as someone who has seen some of the films Baker (three of which were directed by Barry Sonnenfeld) has done makeup for its very animated. Moving on to the second song of the movie I don't know why it didn't occur to me but when you mentioned why you compared casting Amy Adams (who I forgot was in this movie, I thought she only did the Disney film she did in 2011's the Muppets) in this movie to Julie Andrews in Mary Poppins, A Happy Working Song is this film's version of a Spoonful of Sugar. Taking a minute to stop to talk about Giselle's curtain dress but out of all the dresses she wears in the movie, while the fairytale dress she wears in the beginning and the modern 21st dress she wears at the ball, I do like the in-between of this one. Also unrelated fact it wasn't until a few years ago I was watching a top 10 things you missed about a show on Netflix that Sonnenfeld worked on; and it mentioned in the background a character had cut out a dress from a circus tent. The reason I mentioned this is because by that point I forgot this movie existed. Two things: When this movie came out, I was seven years old and I'm not gonna lie I didn't find it funny. Cut to now 15 years later three months ago I was sitting in the Library at my University having a coke and watching this film because Disenchanted was coming out in November. Maybe this was because 15 years had passed but I actually found it funny. Then again my sense of humor had developed over 15 years. The second thing now you had mentioned Edmund Lyndeck earlier well Timothy Spall I think right after he did this movie, he played Beadle Bamford in the film adaptation of Sweeny Todd which was released about a month after this film. The King and Queen's Ball...hands down like any Disney princess musical visually stunning. One thing I like about the song So Close is that from a story perspective it tells the audience hey the film is almost at the end. speaking of the climax props to all the work ya'll did in turning the Susan Sarandon into a giant dragon (which by the way side note I love how Sarandon like any actor playing a Disney villain is having a ball with the roll). Talking about executives who think oh boys wouldn't like this film because its a fairytale, as 22 year old I can say seven year old me was someone who liked fairytales or at least stuff that had fantasy elements. With all that said this was a great commentary Mr. Lima I hope you get to do something like this again in the future maybe for another movie you did (maybe 102 Dalmatians and going from animation to live action) or worked on. Wasn't expecting this commentary until I saw it my recommendations and thought hey maybe listen to hear what stories happened behind the scenes on your second theatrical live action film. Again apologies for the length of this comment its just there was so much to say.

[@laurannerose]

Do you have the full live reference footage of Amy for the well scene? I’d love to see it! Grew up with this film and love it so much!

[@KevinLimaOfficial]

I do! Maybe I’ll find a way to share it in the future

[@gemmachristie1068]

Please do! And the New York scenes! The movie is so good and I’d love to see more behind the scenes ❤

[@DisneyDahling]

Amazing commentary! Thank you for sharing backstories and cool easter eggs/details that I'm sure I'm not the only one who missed. I admire the film so much more now.

[@melissafranca1180]

Perfect content!!

[@TonySolis99]

I loved watching this film, it was my first Disney film on the big screen as a 7 year old and I fell in love with Disney Animation. Is it true that Giselle was considered a Disney Princess? I feel like she would have fit in perfectly with the past disney heroines like Ariel and Aurora

[@KevinLimaOfficial]

Giselle never marries Edward, so she was not eligible to be a part of the princess line up. Nancy on the other hand…

[@michazwanepol4072]

This is the best! I am so curious about what you think of the sequel to your masterpiece.

[@KevinLimaOfficial]

Thanks for watching! It impossible for me to be objective. What did you think?

[@moviemelody2210]

@@KevinLimaOfficial I know I am not the original commenter but I thought the movie was very squel-y and didn’t quite have the same substance that Enchanted had. Of course these are just my opinions and overall I thought the cast did a good job.

[@michazwanepol4072]

@@KevinLimaOfficial First of all, I would like to say that I truly admire how respectful you are in answering the question I asked, given the fact they sort of went away with your precious masterpiece. The subtext of your comment makes me guess that you’re kind of bummed out about how Disenchanted turned out to be - well, that is: I am. The way you passionately speak about every choice you made in the original and why, to me confirms my hunch that the film makers of Disenchanted didn’t carefully made their choices serving a/the plot line, an/the underlying feeling/emotion, or carefully made choices at all. It certainly isn’t a love letter to Disney. They just mixed clichés, working from a place of what “works” (i.e. what is popular, what sells) and by doing so breaking characters, ignoring ánd neglecting all the character growth from the 1st one. Because I really liked that in Enchanted, each and every one of the characters grows and develops. In Disenchanted literally nothing has changed at the end of the movie. We’re right where we started. I couldn’t connect with the characters. I have watched the movie twice now and I still don’t know the character’s WHYs. They definitely could and should have “killed some darlings”. Most of the movie lacks necessity in every possible way. Menken’s music though is great (of course). The diddies are quite catchy (even though the lyrics are a bit disappointing sometimes). You say something about how in Enchanted, Schwartz exactly “hit the note” without being too obvious. Well, in Disenchanted, he failed. So to answer your question: the sequel to your Masterpiece really disappointed me, but I’m sure it wouldn’t have if you were the one making it, because it did have some good ingredients. They just didn’t use it right. Enchanted is a movie very dear to my heart, though. And your commentary truly made up for it all!

[@BabyPotato827]

I wish you guys made a Completed Track of Narissa’s Song, Nobody Gets in my Way for the Enchanted Motion Picture Soundtrack, as a Bonus Track. I’m not begging or anything just thought it would be interesting to listen to.