Another Cinderella Story

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Carli B. @carliburchett May 19, 2026 Deep down I know this movie isn't "good" but I can't help but love it every time I watch it. I'm so happy I found a DVD of it at a thrift store. Now I can always rewatch it and not worry about what streaming platform it's on! Selena Gomez and Drew Seeley's chemistry carries this movie. The songs are amazing, the dancing is electrifying, and the side characters are interesting. I can't get over the mirror scene where Joey and Mary dance together, except Joey can't see her. Logically it might not make sense, but it's shot well and I like to imagine he felt someone else's presence. This movie is and will always be a 5 star movie for me! See more Maya T @RT65115453 Oct 3, 2025 It’s a very good movie See more James C @RT61816117 Aug 26, 2025 I hate this movie, I wish it never existed! See more Dakota S @stargazer Jun 15, 2025 i love it so muchhhh See more jolin t @RT10685016 Mar 2, 2025 funny and the perfect comfort movie. chemistry was unreal here (great casting). My rating may be biased though because i love dancing and musical movies in general See more TheMovieSearch R @TheMovieSearch Aug 18, 2024 Another Cinderella Story (2008) takes the beloved fairytale into a new generation, this time through the lens of music and dance — and while it doesn’t quite reach the charm or magic of Hilary Duff’s A Cinderella Story, it still offers a fun, lighthearted take on the classic tale. Starring Selena Gomez as Mary Santiago and Drew Seeley as Joey Parker, the film modernizes the Cinderella story with a pop-infused twist. Mary is an aspiring dancer living under the control of her self-absorbed guardian, Dominique (played hilariously by Jane Lynch), who treats her like an assistant rather than family. When a masked dance competition brings Mary and Joey together, sparks fly — both on the dance floor and off. Selena Gomez, still in her early Disney Channel years, carries the film with charm and sincerity. She brings an understated sweetness to Mary, balancing vulnerability with quiet determination. While the script doesn’t always give her much emotional depth to work with, Gomez’s natural charisma and relatability make her an engaging lead. Drew Seeley, who many will remember for his singing work on High School Musical, delivers a solid performance as Joey Parker, the superstar dancer returning to school life. His chemistry with Gomez is sweet and believable, and their dance sequences together are the highlights of the film. The choreography is vibrant, energetic, and easily the movie’s strongest element. Jane Lynch, as always, is a standout. Her comedic timing and exaggerated diva energy as Dominique provide much-needed humor, often stealing scenes with her sharp wit and ridiculous self-obsession. The supporting cast, while uneven, helps keep the film light and entertaining. Where Another Cinderella Story struggles is in its writing and pacing. The story can feel predictable and formulaic at times, with certain moments playing out exactly as you’d expect. Still, its energy, catchy soundtrack, and commitment to fun make it an easy, feel-good watch — especially for younger audiences. In the end, Another Cinderella Story may not redefine the franchise, but it delivers on its promise: a playful, music-filled fairytale for the dance and pop-loving generation. Selena Gomez’s natural screen presence and the film’s upbeat tone make it a charming entry in the Cinderella Story lineage — not perfect, but undeniably enjoyable. See more Read all reviews

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