Maleficent: Mistress of Evil
Maleficent and her goddaughter Aurora begin to question the complex family ties that bind them as they are pulled in different directions by impending nuptials, unexpected allies, and dark new forces at play.
Critics Sentiment
Maleficent channels Phoenix power and transforms during the battle
Aurora discovers Ingrith's plan to eradicate Moor fairy folk
The film surges from its slowest middle act revelation to the spectacular Phoenix transformation battle sequence.
Critics found Maleficent: Mistress of Evil to be a visually spectacular sequel elevated by strong performances from Jolie and Pfeiffer, particularly during their confrontational scenes and the climactic battle. While reviewers praised the stunning CGI, emotional mother-daughter themes, and epic fantasy action sequences, many noted predictable plotting and weak villain motivations that dragged down the middle sections. The film successfully delivers Disney magic with darker undertones that impressed critics more than the original.
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Angelina Jolie
Maleficent
Elle Fanning
Princess Aurora
Harris Dickinson
Prince Phillip
Michelle Pfeiffer
Queen Ingrith
Sam Riley
Diaval
Chiwetel Ejiofor
Conall
Ed Skrein
Borra
Robert Lindsay
King John
David Gyasi
Percival
Jenn Murray
Gerda
Juno Temple
Thistlewit
Lesley Manville
Flittle
Imelda Staunton
Knotgrass
Judi Shekoni
Shrike (Jungle)
MIYAVI
Udo (Tundra)
Kae Alexander
Ini (Desert)
Warwick Davis
Lickspittle
Emma Maclennan
Pinto / Button
Aline Mowat
Narrator (voice)
Freddie Wise
Young Peasant
Crew
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