Just before “Cinderella” premiered in 1997, major outlets published their critics’ disenchanted reviews. “Cinderella’s glass slippers are far too big for Brandy to fill,” wrote the Chicago Tribune.

Brandy Norwood, left, and Whitney Houston are part of why "Cinderella" (1997) has withstood the test of time. (Disney+) Just before "Cinderella" premiered in 1997, major outlets published their ...

Just before "Cinderella" premiered in 1997, major outlets published their critics' disenchanted reviews. "Cinderella's glass slippers are far too big for Brandy to fill," wrote the Chicago Tribune.