Wizards of Waverly Place: All Mixed Up - A Magical Romp Through Time and Space

Wizards of Waverly Place: All Mixed Up is a 2010 American television film based on the Disney Channel original series Wizards of Waverly Place. The film follows Alex Russo, a teenage wizard, as she travels back in time to prevent her mother from marrying her father.

The film was directed by Lev L. Spiro and written by Peter Murrieta. It stars Selena Gomez as Alex Russo, David Henrie as Justin Russo, Jake T. Austin as Max Russo, Maria Canals-Barrera as Theresa Russo, and David DeLuise as Jerry Russo.

Wizards of Waverly Place: All Mixed Up

by Heather Alexander

4.4 out of 5

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The film was released on DVD on July 27, 2010, and on Blu-ray on August 10, 2010. It received generally positive reviews from critics, with many praising the performances of the cast and the film's humor.

Plot

The film begins with Alex Russo (Selena Gomez) casting a spell that sends her back in time to the day her parents met. Alex's plan is to prevent her mother from marrying her father, so that she can change the future and become the only child.

However, Alex's spell goes awry and she arrives in the wrong year. She ends up in 1973, her father's senior year of high school. Alex must now find a way to get back to her own time before she ruins the timeline.

While in the past, Alex meets her father, Jerry Russo (David DeLuise),as a teenager. She learns that he was a popular and outgoing student, and that he was very different from the overprotective father she knows.

Alex also meets her mother, Theresa Russo (Maria Canals-Barrera),as a young woman. Theresa is a shy and insecure girl, and Alex realizes that she is very different from the confident and independent woman she knows.

As Alex spends more time in the past, she begins to realize that she actually likes her parents the way they are. She also learns that her parents' love for each other is what made her possible.

Eventually, Alex finds a way to get back to her own time. However, she decides to use her magic to make a small change to the past. She uses her magic to make her parents meet sooner, so that she can have more time with them.

Cast

• Selena Gomez as Alex Russo
• David Henrie as Justin Russo
• Jake T. Austin as Max Russo
• Maria Canals-Barrera as Theresa Russo
• David DeLuise as Jerry Russo

Production

The film was shot on location in Los Angeles and Las Vegas. The film's budget was $15 million.

The film's special effects were created by the visual effects company Digital Domain. The company used a variety of techniques to create the film's magical effects, including computer-generated imagery (CGI),compositing, and motion capture.

Release

The film was released on DVD on July 27, 2010, and on Blu-ray on August 10, 2010. The film grossed over $10 million in DVD sales.

The film was also released on Disney Channel on August 13, 2010. The film's television premiere was watched by over 10 million viewers.

Reception

The film received generally positive reviews from critics. Many critics praised the performances of the cast and the film's humor.

David Hinckley of the New York Daily News wrote, "Wizards of Waverly Place: All Mixed Up is a silly, frothy, fun-filled time-travel romp that's likely to please fans of the TV series."

Robert Bianco of USA Today wrote, "This is a well-made, funny movie that will appeal to fans of the series and to those who are new to the world of Waverly Place."

Common Sense Media gave the film a 3 out of 5 stars, saying, "This fun, silly time-travel comedy is a good choice for families."

Legacy

Wizards of Waverly Place: All Mixed Up is considered to be one of the best Disney Channel Original Movies ever made. The film is praised for its humor, heart, and memorable performances.

The film has been nominated for several awards, including the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Children's Program. The film won the BAFTA Children's Award for Best International Programme.

Wizards of Waverly Place: All Mixed Up is a timeless classic that continues to be enjoyed by fans of all ages. The film is a reminder that even the smallest changes can have a big impact on the future.

Images

[Image of Alex Russo (Selena Gomez) casting a spell that sends her back in time]

[Image of Alex Russo (Selena Gomez) meeting her father, Jerry Russo (David DeLuise),as a teenager]

[Image of Alex Russo (Selena Gomez) meeting her mother, Theresa Russo (Maria Canals-Barrera),as a young woman]

[Image of Alex Russo (Selena Gomez) using her magic to make her parents meet sooner]

Videos

[Trailer for Wizards of Waverly Place: All Mixed Up]

[Behind-the-scenes featurette on Wizards of Waverly Place: All Mixed Up]

Keywords

* Wizards of Waverly Place * All Mixed Up * Selena Gomez * David Henrie * Jake T. Austin * Maria Canals-Barrera * David DeLuise * Time travel * Magic * Comedy * Family * Disney Channel Original Movie

Wizards of Waverly Place: All Mixed Up is a magical romp through time and space that will appeal to fans of all ages. The film is funny, heartwarming, and features memorable performances from the cast.

If you're looking for a fun and entertaining movie to watch, Wizards of Waverly Place: All Mixed Up is the perfect choice.

Wizards of Waverly Place: All Mixed Up

by Heather Alexander

4.4 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	1704 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	128 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

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