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
Tuesday Feb 19, 2019
Tuesday Feb 19, 2019
Curiouser and curiouser.
Last week, we discussed Disney’s classic Alice from 1951 and concluded that we like it, even though we’re not sure why because it doesn’t make sense. This week, we examine Disney’s shot at redemption, with Tim Burton’s 2011 live action Alice in Wonderland. Is it a better adaptation? What do we think of Johnny Depp’s accent and all of the CGI? All this and more on Monoreel Radio.
Monday Feb 11, 2019
Monday Feb 11, 2019
Down the rabbit hole we go.
This week, we review and discuss the 1951 Disney classic, "Alice In Wonderland". This film has been applauded for its outstanding animation, but also at times criticized for having too many cooks in the kitchen. Does this film age well, or do you have to be mad as a hatter to understand it? Plus, blue Will Smith. All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio.
Monday Feb 04, 2019
Monday Feb 04, 2019
Where did all of the music go?
This week, we review and discuss the 2016 remake of "Pete's Dragon". This film goes in a completely different direction than the original, giving Pete a backstory, changing the settings, and eliminating all of the musical numbers. Do our hosts enjoy it or think it is lacking? We also discuss a few trailer drops from Sunday's Super Bowl. All of this and more this week on Monoreel Radio.
Tuesday Jan 29, 2019
Tuesday Jan 29, 2019
We swear we saw a dragon!
This week, we review the 1977 Disney musical, "Pete's Dragon". This was one of Jacki's favorite films growing up, but does she thinks it holds up today? How technically significant was the film for Walt Disney Productions as a whole? Plus, some historic Oscar buzz this week has Disney flying high. All of this and more this week on Monoreel Radio
Monday Jan 21, 2019
Monday Jan 21, 2019
This week, we review the 1996 live action remake of "101 Dalmatians".
This film was the first of Disney's animated classics to get a live action remake and a box office hit, but does it hold up? Was Glenn Close the right choice to play Cruella De Vil? How does it compare to the original overall? All of this and more this week on Monoreel Radio.
Tuesday Jan 15, 2019
Tuesday Jan 15, 2019
It's the dream: a large home shared with 101 pups!
This week, we review and discuss the 1961 Disney classic, 101 Dalmatians. This film was totally revolutionary in it's contemporary look, story, and overall feel. It's a marvel in the ways of animation and set the table for the films in the Disney catalogue that come after it. What do we think about it? Find out this week on Monoreel Radio.
Tuesday Jan 08, 2019
Tuesday Jan 08, 2019
This week, Monoreel Radio welcomes special guest John Saccheri, also known as The Big Fat Panda to the show!
We let our guest pick the film for this week and as per Panda, we review "Into The Woods", the film adaptation of the 1987 musical of the same name. We discuss the characters, music, cast and how it compares to the original musical. Do we like this movie, or is it a Milky White cow that no one can revive? All of this and more this week on Monoreel Radio.
Tuesday Jan 01, 2019
Tuesday Jan 01, 2019
Happy New Year!
As we look forward to 2019 and all of the Disney blockbusters around the corner, we take some time to review the Disney films of 2018. We also discuss the 2019 releases, opening of Galaxy's Edge, and launch of Disney Plus. All of this and more this week on Monoreel Radio.
Monday Dec 17, 2018
Monday Dec 17, 2018
As we count down the hours to the release of Mary Poppins Returns, we review and discuss the movie about the making of the movie.
Saving Mr. Banks tells the behind the scenes story of the making of Mary Poppins, a 20 year labor of love for Walt Disney. Why did it take so long to get the film made? Is it historically accurate to the making of Mary Poppins? Do we believe Tom Hanks as Walt Disney? All of this and more this week on Monoreel Radio.
Tuesday Dec 11, 2018
Tuesday Dec 11, 2018
This film is certainly not atrocious.
This week, we review and discuss the timeless classic "Mary Poppins". Though it was released in 1964, how many years did it take for Walt Disney to obtain the rights to Mary Poppins from author P.L. Travers? We delve behind the scenes to discover how this groundbreaking film was finally made. Are we excited for the sequel? All of this and more, this week on Monoreel Radio.
Tuesday Dec 04, 2018
Tuesday Dec 04, 2018
This week, we discuss "The Santa Clause", starring Tim Allen. This 1994 film has become a staple in most households during the holiday season. How does this finished version differ from the original script? Is there a additional scene that has since been cut? Does the film still hold up nearly 25 years later? All of this and more this week on Monoreel Radio.
Wednesday Nov 28, 2018
Wednesday Nov 28, 2018
Do you wanna hear a review?
Christina Kay of WALK 97.5 joins us this week to review Frozen on the fifth anniversary of the film's release. Jacki and Christina love Idina Menzel, but do they love her in this movie? What do we hope to see in the sequel? All of this and more this week on Monoreel Radio.
Tuesday Nov 20, 2018
Tuesday Nov 20, 2018
We are back from our first trip to Disneyland and can't wait to tell you about it!
We discuss the parks and our tour of the Disney Studios in Burbank, but first, we celebrate the birthday boy.
Tuesday Nov 13, 2018
Tuesday Nov 13, 2018
This week, Jacki and Sean take the show on the road, coming to you live from the happiest place on Earth. Yes, we put our Disneyland vacation on hold to review "Wreck It Ralph" (2012) in preparation for the premier of "Ralph Breaks The Internet".
The film is clearly a love letter to all kids of the 80s and 90s, but what do the hosts think about it? Do they love it for the nostalgia or think it's good all on it's own? Are they excited for the sequel or does it look like a flop? All of this and more this week on Monoreel Radio.
Tuesday Nov 06, 2018
Tuesday Nov 06, 2018
Randy Cartwright joins Monoreel Radio this week to discuss his amazing career as a Disney animator, and his contributions to the documentary, "Waking Sleeping Beauty" (2009).
The documentary covers the renaissance of Disney animation. We explore the highs and lows of the company, starting with "The Black Cauldron", moving all the way through "The Lion King". How do we feel about the film? You'll find out this week on Monoreel Radio.
Tuesday Oct 30, 2018
Tuesday Oct 30, 2018
This week marks the conclusion of the Halloween season and the start of Dia de los Muertos. How better to celebrate this special day than by watching Coco (2017)?
We discuss the film, it's visual achievements, and how closely it mirrors a traditional celebration of the holiday. Where does this films rank among the Disney animated classics? All of this and more this week on Monoreel Radio.
Monday Oct 22, 2018
Monday Oct 22, 2018
The film that almost killed Disney.
This week, we welcome special guest Pat Gessner of 106.1 WBLI and The Shred Shack to review and discuss 1985's "The Black Cauldron". This controversial film was deemed too scary for children at the time of it's release and lost the company tens of millions of dollars, nearly ending Walt Disney animation as we know it. What went wrong? Does the film translate better to today's audience? Should it be re-made? All of this and more this week on Monoreel Radio.
Tuesday Oct 16, 2018
Tuesday Oct 16, 2018
It's the third week of our Halloween month and we are hopping on one wild ride!
On this episode, we review and discuss 1949's "The Adventures of Ichabod and Mr. Toad". This film was a Halloween staple for years, but most people don't know these two tales are in fact one film. Why are they broken up into two parts? Do the films hold up or are they completely dated? All of this and more on Monoreel Radio!
Wednesday Oct 10, 2018
Wednesday Oct 10, 2018
This week we continue our Halloween marathon with 1993's "The Nightmare Before Christmas".
This Tim Burton tale has grown from cult classic to iconic over the 25 years since it's initial release. We discuss the film in depth, as well as the technology behind it. Does the film hold up? Do we believe this is a Halloween or a Christmas film? All of this and more this week on Monoreel Radio!
Monday Oct 01, 2018
Monday Oct 01, 2018
Things are amuck in the studio as our hosts again can agree on almost nothing.
This week, we review and discuss, "Hocus Pocus", the 1993 cult classic that surfaces every October for Halloween. Do we like it or hate it? Is the movie completely dated? Will there ever be a sequel or should they just remake the movie? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio!