James Marsden Interview

05-12-2007 13:56

The delightful new film, Enchanted, tells the story of a fairy tale maiden, Amy Adams, about to marry her dashing prince, James Marsden. Banished to contemporary New York by the evil Queen, (Susan Sarandon) she meets a charismatic but cynical divorce lawyer Patrick Dempsey hardly her ideal man.But sparks fly and she discovers that in modern day Manhattan, life and love are far more complicated (and interesting), although there is no guarantee of a happy ending.This unique twist on the classic Disney them, blends live action with traditional animation, to create a compelling romantic comedy that is full of music, drama, fantasy and real emotion. 'I play a man who is in love with being in love,' says James Marsden, who plays the handsome, swashbuckling and highly romantic Prince Edward, in the new Disney film directed by Kevin Lima.This is an unusual, modern, family film that turns the classic fairy tale theme on its head, while maintaining the old-fashioned Disney magic. In the fairy tale kingdom of Andalasia, Prince Edward is intent on finding a bride, so much so, that when he crosses paths with the beautiful Giselle (Amy Adams), he falls instantly and madly in love.Apparently the feeling is mutual and the couple decide to get married the very next day. Unfortunately - as in all the best Disney classics true love does not run smooth. Prince Edward has an extremely wicked stepmother, Queen Narissa (Susan Sarandon), who fears that when Edward marries, she will lose her power and exalted position in Andalasia. The thought is unbearable and so she banishes Giselle to the very worst place she can imagine modern day Manhattan.The innocent country maiden arrives in New York’s Times Square to discover that there are definitely no fairy tale endings although life can be very exciting.