Alice's Wonderland Bakery follows Alice (Libby Rue) who is a young baker in the world of Wonderland. Alice goes on several adventures with her friends, Hattie (Cj Uy) and Fergie (Jack Stanton). The trio resemble the personalities of their ancestors, Alice, the Mad Hatter, and the White Rabbit from the classic tale Alice in Wonderland.
The series has such fun-loving characters, each a "rockstar" in their own right, with vivid personalities and a developed character arc. Even though they mirror iconic characters from the classic Alice in Wonderland, they are not carbon copies--that means some refreshing twists as we see these new kids grow and learn their way around this topsy turvy town. Alice is a bright, spunky, and modern version of Alice from the 1951 film. My favorite character is definitely Hattie--he's very fun to watch--not always fitting the stereotype of what a "Mad Hatter" is, growing into his own, but proud of his heritage. The songs on the soundtrack to the series move the storylines along perfectly--no doubt sure to be a hit, with young children soon to be bopping along to the melodies. The animation is spectacular--every strand of hair is visible on Alice's head just like the fur on Fergie. The visuals of bright colors, abstract patterns and unusual architecture add to the world building of the Wonderland that fans all around the world are familiar with. It's as if the show picks up with Alice exactly where the movie left off in 1951 and nothing since has changed. This series is perfect, reminding fans why they fell in love with the original film, engaging audiences to watch every last second of every episode.
The theme of Alice's Wonderland Bakery is to follow your dreams. Alice loves baking with her whole heart and is regarded as the best baker in Wonderland. Even as things don't go her way all the time, Alice never gives up baking, and sometimes solves her problems by baking delicious cakes.
I give Alice's Wonderland Bakery 5 out of 5 stars and recommend it for ages 7 to 12, and older. It premieres February 9, 2022 on Disney Junior.
By Heather S., KIDS FIRST! Film Critic, age 15
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