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May 28, 2021 5:45 p.m.

Movie review: ‘Cruella’ delivers powerful acting, soundtrack despite its lack of plot originality

“Cruella” mixes ’70s fashion, edgy music and its famous Dalmatians in a prequel that would be almost too cruel to miss.
Much like its 2014 film “Maleficent,” Disney’s newest live-action follows the origin story of the notorious villain in the Disney classic “101 Dalmatians.” Now playing in theaters and streaming on Disney+ with premier access, “Cruella” takes place in 1970s London amid the contrasting worlds of fashion and music.

By Laura Carter

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