Disney has stellar hopes for this charming but old-school family musical. A graceful homage to classic Mouse House fairy tales like Snow White and Sleeping Beauty, Wish has been released with much fanfare as part of Disney’s centenary celebrations.
Centered on a nostalgia-laden wishing ‘star’, a Disney staple since Pinocchio, it sends plucky, adorkable teen Asha (Ariana DeBose) to apprentice herself to benevolent sorcerer King Magnifico (a sly Chris Pine), who collects his happy population’s wishes, granting a lucky few their heart’s desires in thrilling, X Factor-style ceremonies.
