While there have been countless retellings of the famous fairy tale over the years, Amazon Prime's new Cinderella takes a different approach to the story by infusing the adaptation with a more contemporary tone, which is also evident in the way that the characters speak. Rather than speaking in period-appropriate verbiage, the characters all use more modern dialogue.
This updated dialogue leads to some funny, powerful, and uplifting quotes that give the film its own unique voice. From quirky jokes to inspirational encouragement and thoughtful observations, Cinderella is filled with memorable lines that will stay with fans long after the movie ends.
10 "Kings Marry For Power, Not For Love." - King Rowan
When Prince Robert expresses his doubt about being able to find a princess with whom he can fall in love, King Rowan responds with this quote about the transactional nature of marriages within the monarchy. He is more concerned with securing strategic alliances than he is with his son's happiness.
This type of mentality is indicative of the established system that Cinderella and the other characters combat throughout the film. It is a short and snappy way to summarize the entire out-of-date ideology.
9 "Let's Not Ruin This Incredibly Magical Moment With Reason." - Fabulous Godmother
Despite his limited screentime, Fabulous Godmother is one of the best characters in 2021's Cinderella and immediately leaves a strong impression on the viewer. Understandably, Cinderella is unsure if what she is seeing is real, and expresses that he might be a figment of her imagination, which leads Fabulous Godmother to say this quote.
This quote sums up the perfect attitude for fans of fairy tales. The movie may be filled with period inaccurate songs, dialogue, and attitudes, but logic and historical accuracy should not get in the way of fans enjoying the magic of the movie.
8 "Everyone Knows Mice Are Girls And Rats Are Boys." - Cinderella
When Fabulous Godmother transforms the three mice into footmen, Cinderella is surprised to learn that her rodent friends have been males all along. The mice are the funniest characters in the movie and this quote leads to a hilarious back and forth exchange between them and Cinderella.
Jokes such as this highlight the quirky sense of humor that helps differentiate it from previous versions of the famous fairy tale. It is a funny line that helps make Cinderella an even more endearing character.
7 "Saying 'Love' And Showing Love Are Two Very Different Things." - Queen Beatrice
When King Rowan is frustrated that Prince Robert won't just marry a princess, Queen Beatrice points out that perhaps it is their loveless marriage that has convinced him to marry for love. While he insists that he does love her, she explains that he does not show it anymore as he used to when they first got together.
The expanded subplot that examines the relationship between the king and queen is one of the best changes that the movie makes from the original story. Her quote addresses the issue that a relationship can run into overtime unless intentional effort is invested into it.
6 "I Think You Look So Pretty. But Honestly, Who Cares What I Think? What Matters Is How You Feel When You Look In The Mirror." - Cinderella
As Cinderella's stepsisters are getting ready to go out, Narissa asks for affirmation about the way she looks. Cinderella encourages her by pointing out that it is her opinion of herself, not the opinion of others, that actually matters. The quote is then followed by Malvolia humorously saying to herself, "That's deep."
This quote is an excellent encapsulation of the empowered, self-confident philosophy that drives the film. This version of Cinderella is not dependent on the approval or opinion of anyone else and quotes such as this convey her inner strength.
5 "I Have Every Right To Make It Taller. I'm King." - King Rowan
While King Rowan is in the middle of expressing his anger with Prince Robert, Queen Beatrice interrupts to ask if King Rowan has actually increased the height of his throne to be taller than hers. Unashamedly, he expresses his belief that he has the right to elevate himself and his throne over everyone else, apparently including her.
The line is part of a funny exchange that helps establish the dynamic between the two characters in an entertaining one. With this one line, it is clear to the audience that King Rowan is petty and obsessed with the way he is perceived, even to the detriment of his marriage.
4 "You're Literally Not Even Going To Let Me Have A Seat At The Table?" - Princess Gwen
At the end of a tense conversation between King Rowan and Prince Robert, in which Prince Robert finally agrees to have the ball, Princess Gwen tries to join the meeting but is rebuffed. As she leaves, she points out the symbolism of being denied the opportunity to even sit in the room where the meeting is taking place.
Throughout the story, Princess Gwen proves over and over again that she is one of the smartest characters in the film, and more than deserving of the opportunity to have her voice heard. Like many of the characters in the movie, she is trying to challenge the expected norms and earn respect.
3 "I Know What It Feels Like To Not Quite Fit Into The Crate You Were Born Into." - Prince Robert
While undercover as a commoner, Prince Robert offers to help Cinderella sell her dresses if she attends the ball. When she wonders why he would be so willing to help a stranger like her, he explains that he can sympathize with her desire to break out of the box that other people want to put her in.
This line is a great representation of one of the movie's central and most important themes. Many of the characters are seeking to chase their dreams, even if that means defying the expectations that others have for them.
2 "I Don't Want A Life Stuck Waving From A Royal Box Any More Than A Life Confined To A Basement." - Cinderella
In a drastic departure from the traditional story, Prince Robert recognizes Cinderella at the ball and offers to choose her as his bride, but she rejects the opportunity to become a princess, as she knows that becoming part of the royal family would mean giving up her dream of opening her own business.
While most versions of the story depict marrying the prince and becoming a princess as the happy ending for Cinderella, this film takes a different approach and gives the character goals and ambitions that go beyond a relationship. For Cinderella, she must overcome anything that stops her from pursuing her dreams, even if that means turning down the prince.
1 "Nothing In Life Ever Stays The Same, Good Or Bad." - Fabulous Godmother
When Fabulous Godmother transforms Cinderella by using magic to give her everything she needs to go to the ball in style, he warns her that the magic will eventually wear off, necessitating her exit. She questions why the magic is not permanent, but he explains that nothing in life is permanent.
The line is a surprisingly poignant observation about the nature of life and speaks directly to the film's central theme about the way that life, society, and relationships are constantly changing. Rather than fighting the changes, the movie encourages viewers to embrace change and continue chasing after their dreams.
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