Back in 1972, special effects were far less sophisticated than we've come to expect today. Many of the latex appliances and makeup we take for granted today weren't developed yet and computer technology, like CGI, simply wasn't possible. So, this older version had to rely on older techniques...such as forced perspective, huge sets and animal costumes which today look rather quaint. My feeling is that older viewers might enjoy this more because of this and young folks might just laugh at the effects.
The story is pretty close to the source material...a big plus for "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland". So, purists who want Lewis Carroll's story brought to life should be happy...even if it is a musical and includes a few songs. I wasn't thrilled with the songs, but they weren't bad...I just prefer no songs. Overall, a pretty good version of the classic tale and worth seeing so you can catch glimpses of the likes of Ralph Richardson and Peter Sellers underneath all that makeup.
The story is pretty close to the source material...a big plus for "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland". So, purists who want Lewis Carroll's story brought to life should be happy...even if it is a musical and includes a few songs. I wasn't thrilled with the songs, but they weren't bad...I just prefer no songs. Overall, a pretty good version of the classic tale and worth seeing so you can catch glimpses of the likes of Ralph Richardson and Peter Sellers underneath all that makeup.