The Prince of Egypt, released in 1998, is an American animated musical drama directed by Brenda Chapman, Steve Hickner, and Simon Wells, and written by Philip LaZebnik, from a story by Kelly Asbury and Lorna Cook. The film is an adaptation of the Book of Exodus and follows the life of Moses from being a prince of Egypt to a prophet chosen by God to carry out his ultimate destiny of leading the Hebrews out of Egypt. It features songs written by Stephen Schwartz and a score composed by Hans Zimmer.
The film premiered at Royce Hall in Los Angeles on December 16, 1998, and was released in theaters on December 18, followed by a release on home video on September 14, 1999. Reviews were generally positive; critics particularly praised the visuals, songs, score, and voice acting.
Since its release, the film continues to receive acclaim from critics and audiences alike. When the film reached its 20th anniversary, SyFy made a retrospective review of The Prince of Egypt, calling it the greatest animated film of all time, predominantly due to its voice cast, animation, characters, cinematography, and most importantly, its musical score.
The Prince of Egypt grossed $218 million worldwide in theaters, which made it the most successful non-Disney animated feature at the time. The song "When You Believe" became a commercially successful single in a pop version performed by Whitney Houston and Mariah Carey.
The film has garnered significant recognition, including:
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- Academy Awards
- Golden Globe Awards
- Grammy Awards
- Annie Awards
- Classical Brit Awards
- Critics' Choice Movie Awards
- Hollywood Music in Media Awards
- Saturn Awards
- Satellite Awards
Here's a detailed look at some of the major awards and nominations:
Academy Awards
The Academy Awards, presented by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, are among the most prestigious awards in the film industry. The song "When You Believe" won Best Original Song at the 71st Academy Awards, making The Prince of Egypt the first animated film independently outside of Disney and Pixar films, as well as the first DreamWorks Animation film, to receive Academy Awards, succeeded by Shrek (2001) and Wallace & Gromit: The Curse of the Were-Rabbit (2005).
Golden Globe Awards
The Golden Globe Awards are presented annually by the Hollywood Foreign Press Association (HFPA), recognizing excellence in both American and international film and television.
Grammy Awards
The Grammy Awards are presented annually by The Recording Academy to recognize outstanding achievements in the music industry.
Annie Awards
The Annie Awards are presented by the International Animated Film Association (ASIFA-Hollywood) to recognize outstanding achievements in animation.
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Classical Brit Awards
The Classical Brit Awards celebrate achievements in classical music.
Critics' Choice Movie Awards
The Critics' Choice Movie Awards are presented annually by the Broadcast Film Critics Association (BFCA) to honor the finest in cinematic achievement.
Hollywood Music in Media Awards
The Hollywood Music in Media Awards (HMMA) recognize original music in film, television, video games, commercials, and trailers.
Saturn Awards
The Saturn Awards are presented annually by the Academy of Science Fiction, Fantasy and Horror Films to honor science fiction, fantasy, and horror in film, television, and home video.
Satellite Awards
The Satellite Awards are presented annually by the International Press Academy.
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Here is a summary table of awards and nominations for "The Prince of Egypt":
| Award | Category | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Academy Award | Best Original Song ("When You Believe") | Won |
| Grammy Award | Best Musical Album for Children ("The Prince of Egypt") | Won |
| Classical Brit Award | Outstanding Contribution to Music | Won |
The production of The Prince of Egypt involved a large team of artists from various backgrounds. The animation team included 350 artists from 34 different nations, primarily recruited from Walt Disney Feature Animation and Amblimation. Character designers Carter Goodrich, Carlos Grangel, and Nico Marlet worked on setting the design and overall look of the characters, aiming for a more realistic feel than typical animated characters.
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