As a result, Ella grows up struggling with the curse, which makes her unable to refuse any request or command. She gets married to Prince Edgar (played by Hugh Dancy), who seems to be in love with her, but it turns out that he only wants to marry her to become the next king.

"Ella Enchanted" is a fantasy romantic comedy film directed by Andy Tennant, based on the 1997 novel of the same name by Gail Carson Levine. The film stars Anne Hathaway, Hugh Dancy, Cary Elwes, and Vivica A. Fox.

As Ella navigates through the challenges and obstacles, she learns to think for herself and find her own voice, despite the curse. The film features a mix of humor, adventure, and romance, making it a delightful and entertaining watch.

The film received generally positive reviews from critics, with praise for Anne Hathaway's performance and the film's lighthearted and family-friendly tone. The film holds a 49% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes, with many critics noting that it's a fun and enjoyable adaptation of the novel.

The story follows Ella (played by Anne Hathaway), a young woman who is under a magical curse that forces her to obey any command given to her. The curse was cast by the fairy godmother, Mandy (played by Vivica A. Fox), who was supposed to give Ella the gift of obedience but got frustrated and cast the curse instead.