family
Halloween is one of the most festive times of the year, and with it comes…
15 years later and Coraline is still scary, moving, funny, and aesthetically breathtaking.
When I think of epic and intimate storytelling in animation, I think of The Lion King (1994).
The prevailing refrain of Thelma is how it supersedes expectations in all manner of ways.
Kung Fu Panda 4 has lost some of its mojo, but still has a few nice moves left in this old franchise.
I’m thankful for Seagrass because I’ve rarely felt so understood by a movie even as there are always more stories to tell.
The film is both historical and deeply personal in a way that will resonate with those who have been through similar experiences.
Wish is a Disney film with many Disney stuff but rarely features any of that Disney magic, reminding the audience of far better films.
The Origin of Evil is a slow-burning, deliciously dark, and comical thriller with layers to savor.
For better or for worse, Haunted Mansion makes for a fun spooky night on Disney+ for the family.
The Sea Prince and the Fire Child is a classic waiting to be discovered.
The Tale of Tsar Saltan marries the magnanimousness of Ptushko’s vision with the acute details of his set designs and costumes.
Ruby Gillman, Teenage Kraken doesn’t make a huge splash, but it does tread well enough to be an enduring animated film for those still in the kiddie pool.
With a little more money and care this could have been something special, but as it is The Secret Kingdom is a disappointment.
Dazzling and wondrous, The Little Mermaid makes a solid transition to become a part of Disney’s live-action world of remakes.