A weekly podcast dedicated to the Disney movie canon. Each week, we deep dive into a different film to determine if the classics hold up, and if the new releases compare.
Episodes
Wednesday May 06, 2020
Wednesday May 06, 2020
Yo ho! This week, we review and discuss 2003's "Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of The Black Pearl", a film that kicked off a new dynasty and was also a global phenomenon. Why was there a stigma doing a movie based on this theme park attraction? How involved was Johnny Depp in developing the character we know and love as "Captain Jack Sparrow"? What was it like filming on location at St. Vincent? All of this and more this week on Monoreel Radio.
Wednesday Apr 29, 2020
Wednesday Apr 29, 2020
This week, we played Monoreel Radio Roulette on Disney+ and landed on 1999's "Don't Look Under The Bed". This Disney Channel Original movie was criticized for being too scary for children and eventually removed from the programming slate. By today's standards, is it scary? Does the title of the movie have anything to do with it's content? How does it compare to the rest of the DCOM Halloween slate? All of this and more this week on Monoreel Radio.
Tuesday Apr 21, 2020
Tuesday Apr 21, 2020
Oo-de-lally! This week we discuss 1973's "Robin Hood". This film has become a classic, however it was not given positive reviews upon it’s initial release. Why didn't people like Disney's take on a familiar story? Was the soundtrack too modern for it’s time? Are the characters so attractive grown adults are jealous of them? Yes, that's a thing. All of this and more this week on Monoreel Radio.
Thursday Apr 16, 2020
Thursday Apr 16, 2020
This week, we review and discuss "Bedknobs and Broomsticks". This listener requested classic seems to have quite a few parallels to "Mary Poppins", but why is that so? How close was Julie Andrews to being cast as Ms. Price? Who is behind the rumored remake? All of this and more this week on Monoreel Radio.
Tuesday Apr 07, 2020
Tuesday Apr 07, 2020
His name is James, and this week we discuss his story. This week marks the 24th anniversary of "James and the Giant Peach", a film produced by Tim Burton, based on the book by Roald Dahl. Does this work as an adaptation? Does this movie hold up? Will it see a second life on Disney Plus? What does the Disney release slate look like this week? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio.
Tuesday Mar 31, 2020
Tuesday Mar 31, 2020
Its about time we seize the day and discuss this cult classic. This week, Newsies celebrates it's 28th anniversary. This movie may have been a springboard for one of the biggest actors of our time, but does it showcase his talent? Why was it a box office flop? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio.
Wednesday Mar 25, 2020
Wednesday Mar 25, 2020
This week, we play Disney Plus roulette and find ourselves watching "Escape To Witch Mountain" from 1975. Have we seen it before? How does it compare to other book adaptations? All of this and more this week on Monoreel Radio.
Friday Mar 20, 2020
Friday Mar 20, 2020
Let's get down to business. This week, we review and discuss 1998's "Mulan", despite it's live action remake being pushed back. Is the story and style of the film culturally accurate? How much CGI do they use here? All that and a list of cancellations and closures, this week on Monoreel Radio.
Wednesday Mar 11, 2020
Wednesday Mar 11, 2020
This week we review and discuss 1996's "The Hunchback of Notre Dame". Initially, the film was criticized for being dark, but does that stand? Where does it rank among the other Disney renaissance films? Who are our cast picks for a live action remake? All of this and more this week on Monoreel Radio.
Wednesday Mar 04, 2020
Wednesday Mar 04, 2020
This week, we begin to tackle some of the later Disney renaissance films, starting with "Pocahontas". The film was a smash hit 25 years ago, but does it still hold up today? Can they do a live action remake, and if so, who is our dream cast? Can you paint with all the colors of the wind? All of this and more this week on Monoreel Radio.
Tuesday Feb 25, 2020
Tuesday Feb 25, 2020
This week, we played Disney Plus roulette and landed on 1994's "Iron Will", a film about a young man looking to save his family's farm by winning a dog sled race. Going in on a blind, what do we think? Does the film feel dated?How does this compare to other Disney sports films? All of this and more this week on Monoreel Radio.
Tuesday Feb 18, 2020
Tuesday Feb 18, 2020
This week, we released our review of "Frank and Ollie" and were very lucky to have the chance to discuss the film with it's director, Ted Thomas, who gives us a personal insight into what makes Frank and Ollie's relationship so special and how he translated that into his documentary. Ted was so generous with his time, we are releasing the interview as a bonus episode.
Tuesday Feb 18, 2020
Tuesday Feb 18, 2020
This week, we review and discuss 1995's "Frank and Ollie", directed by Ted Thomas. This intriguing documentary follows the friendship and working relationship of Frank Thomas and Ollie Johnston, two of Walt Disney's "Nine Old Men". Walt Disney Studios alumni Andy Gaskill joins the show to discuss his career and what it was like to work with the two legends. We also announce a giveaway of the animated classic "Cinderella", as well as both of its sequels. All of this and more this week on Monoreel Radio.
Need to catch up on our review of 1950's "Cinderella"? Listen to it here: https://monoreelradio.podbean.com/e/monoreel-radio-episode-32-cinderella-1950/
Interested in our review of the live action remake? Listen here: https://monoreelradio.podbean.com/e/monoreel-radio-episode-33-cinderella-2015/
Tuesday Feb 11, 2020
Tuesday Feb 11, 2020
This week, "Pinocchio" celebrates its 80th birthday. How does the film hold up all of these years later? Does it need a live action remake? Where does it rank among the classic films Walt himself worked on? All of this and more this week on Monoreel Radio.
Monday Feb 03, 2020
Monday Feb 03, 2020
This week, we played Disney Plus roulette and landed upon 1994's "Blank Check". How does this film hold up over 25 years later? Will kids today appreciate this film? We grew up on this film, but how do our views change watching it now? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio.
Monday Jan 27, 2020
Monday Jan 27, 2020
This week, we are joined by Lisa DiNoto Glassner from TheCastleRun.com to review and discuss Jon Favreau's 2019 "live action" remake of The Lion King. How did Favreau accomplish this technological achievement? How do these characters differ from the characters from the original film? What happens to "Be Prepared"? All of this and more this week on Monoreel Radio.
Interested in reading Lisa's review of the film? Click here to jump over to her page.
Monday Jan 20, 2020
Monday Jan 20, 2020
This week, we review and discuss the 2019 live action remake of "Aladdin". Why is it so polarizing? How does it compare to the original? What do we think of Will Smith? Why the jams? All of this and more this week on Monoreel Radio.
Tuesday Jan 14, 2020
Tuesday Jan 14, 2020
This week, we review and discuss the Disney+ Launch Day live action remake of "Lady and The Tramp". How does this one compare to the original? Are the changes necessary? Does this film still have the heart of the original? All of this and more this week on Monoreel Radio.
Thursday Jan 09, 2020
Thursday Jan 09, 2020
This week we review and discuss Tim Burton's live action remake of "Dumbo". How does it hold up to the original? Does it give the old tale new life? Or does it get completely Burtonized? All of this and more this week on Monoreel Radio.
Sunday Jan 05, 2020
Sunday Jan 05, 2020
This is the way... to start the new year, with bonus content, as we recap and review the Disney Plus original series, "The Mandalorian". How does John Favreau handle this IP? How does it stack up in the Star Wars cinematic universe? How does it compare to the other original programming on Disney Plus? All of that and more on this bonus episode of Monoreel Radio.