The Thief of Bagdad is a simple, but engaging story set in Arabic times. It imitates the setting of Aladdin, and there are many parallel to the characters of Aladdin. I liked the simplicity of the story, and the comedic moments that were surprisingly funny. I liked how Aladdin and Abu’s friendship is deep and […]
Aladdin looked at the huge Genie in front of him. It was love at first sight. The beautiful blue skin, the tantalising horn shaped beard, the smooth voice, Aladdin couldn’t find anything he didn’t love about this ethereal being in front of him. The Genie looked down at Aladdin, and couldn’t help thinking that Aladdin […]
The Arabian Nights is a short story collection that originated in the Middle East but soon became popular worldwide for its stories. Not only has it spread in its original form, but many adaptations of it have been made, including movies and television shows. Over the years, many people have debated on the different aspects […]
The Arabian Nights is a short story collection that originated in the Middle East but soon become popular worldwide for its stories. Not only has it spread in its original form, but many adaptations of it have been made, including movies and television shows. Over the years, many people have debated on the different aspects […]
250 words~ The author begins with an anecdote, and quickly morphs into the subject of how innocent someone might think the Arabian Nights really is. He starts talking about a story in the Arabian Nights – the story of the fisherman and the ifrit, or a jinni. The story seems innocent on the surface, but […]
I really liked the humour aspect to the story. I think they did a good job making it a movie for kids as well, as the story is pretty dark. I also loved the songs, listening to the songs was very nostalgic and I was singing along to the lyrics in my head. The story […]
When Aladdin poses as a prince and acts macho, she recoils and refuses to become his “trophy wife.” I really like how this sentence was phrased. Even though many Disney movies have female heroines, it’s always the male leads who come and save the day, she just plays the role of the damsel in distress, […]
“So has the drab fabric of life been transformed into the gossamer of romance, as these stories have been spun for centuries in family gatherings, public assemblies, and coffeehouses, in Baghdad, Damascus, or Cairo. (Indeed, on a recent trip to Marrakech, I came across storytellers in a public square, mesmerising their audiences.) Everybody has loved […]
