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Monoreel Radio Episode #249 - The Return of Jafar

This week we review and discuss "The Return of Jafar". Why did Robin Williams sit this one out? Should this film have been released theatrically? Where does it land on the list of Disney sequels? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio. 

Monoreel Radio Episode #248 - Beauty And The Beast: Belle’s Magical World

This week we review and discuss 1998's "Beauty and The Beast: Belle's Magical World". Is this truly a sequel? Where do these three stories come from? Where does this film fall amongst the other "Beauty and The Beast" films? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio. 

Monoreel Radio Episode #247 - The Little Mermaid 2: Return To The Sea

This week we kick off a deep dive into some of Disney's straight to video sequels with a review and discussion of 2000's "The Little Mermaid 2: Return To The Sea". How much of the original cast returned? Does this movie help or hurt the original film? Does it feel like a "cheap" movie? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio.

Monoreel Radio Dockside Chat #17 - Last Call for Flavors of Florida, a Monorail Bar Crawl, and Snow White

On this Dockside Chat, we go back for our second and final round of Flavors of Florida at Disney Springs. We recap a fun night at the Kona Cafe and Trader Sam's, as well as the Monorail Bar Crawl, organized by Disney Day Drinkers. We also discuss a number of topics including Rachel Zegler's continuing commentary on the "Snow White" live action remake, the future of ESPN, and another Disney Plus price hike. 

Monoreel Radio Bonus Episode: Reaction to Billboard’s Top 100 Disney Songs

Today we celebrate five years of Monoreel Radio in style! Our friends Joe and Tyler join us as we read and discuss Billboard's Top 100 Disney Songs of All Time. Does Billboard get the list right? Is it legit or click bait? What songs are missing from this list? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio.

To view,click here: Best Disney Songs of All Time: Movies, TV & More – Billboard

Monoreel Radio Episode #246 - Cars 3

This week we wrap up the "Cars" trilogy with a review and discussion of "Cars 3". Why does this film fit the Cars universe in a better way than it’s predecessor? How many races do we actually see Lightning win? Do we need a fourth "Cars" film? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio.

Monoreel Radio Episode #245 - Cars 2

This week we review and discuss "Cars 2". Why is it so different from the first film? Is this a fitting sequel? Does it deserve its spot on the Indiewire Pixar Rankings? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio.

Monoreel Radio Episode #244 - Cars

This week we review and discuss "Cars". How does Pixar handle the look and feel of NASCAR racing? What keeps this from being a "perfect" film? Where does it rank among the rest of Pixar's catalog? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio.

Monoreel Radio Episode #243 - Captain America: Civil War

This week, our friend Ricardo returns to discuss "Captain America: Civil War". How much of the future of the MCU is planted in this film? Does this trilogy feel complete? Of the three Captain America movies, where does this one rank? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio.

Monoreel Radio Dockside Chat #16 - Flavors of Florida, Bob Iger’s extension, and more writers’ strike

This month, we walk around Disney Springs and sample some of the offerings from "Flavors of Florida". We also discuss how life has changed since upgrading to the pirate pass, the news of Bob Iger's contract extension as CEO of the Walt Disney Company, and the ongoing writers' strike in Hollywood. 

Monoreel Radio Episode #242 - Captain America: The Winter Soldier

This week, Christina Kay returns for the third time to join us in a discussion of "Captain America: The Winter Soldier". How much of the modern day MCU is set up in this film? Does it fall victim to "Marvel oversaturation"? Where does this film rank in the MCU overall? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio.

Monoreel Radio Bonus Episode: Reaction to Pixar Rankings

In this bonus episode, we are taking the show on the road, recording live from Baseline Taphouse at Disney's Hollywood Studios to give you our reactions on the polarizing Indie Wire article ranking all of Pixar's 27 films. 

 

To read the article, click here: The 27 Pixar Movies, from ‘Toy Story’ to ‘Elemental’ – IndieWire

Monoreel Radio Episode #241 - Captain America: The First Avenger

This week we review and discuss "Captain America: The First Avenger". How does this feel different from more modern-day Marvel films? Is the film too hoaky? Where do we rank this film in the MCU? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio.

Monoreel Radio Episode #240 - Freaky Friday (2003)

This week, we are joined by our friend Kelsey from The Lost Weekend Co. for a review and discussion of "Freaky Friday". Does a contemporary version of the classic Disney film work? How does Lindsay Lohan’s performance compare to her dual role in The Parent Trap? Does this cast have any chemistry? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio.

Monoreel Radio Episode #239 - The Parent Trap (1998)

This week, we kick off Summer with a review and discussion of the 1998 remake of "The Parent Trap". How does this film compare to the original? Does it clarify any of the lingering questions we have from the 1961 version? How does Lindsay Lohan handle the dual role?  All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio.

Monoreel Radio Dockside Chat #15 - Upgrading our APs, Dining at Disney, and Escaping Universal

This month we discuss new dining experiences for us at Walt Disney World, upgrading our Annual Passes, and finally trying the escape rooms at Universal Studios. 

Monoreel Radio Episode #238 - The Greatest Game Ever Played

This week as celebrate the start of the US Open with a discussion of "The Greatest Game Ever Played". How accurate is this film? How is the pacing for a movie about golf? Where does this rank among other Disney sports biopics? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio.

Monoreel Radio Episode #237 - Finding Dory

This week we review and discuss "Finding Dory". How do we feel about this sequel in comparison to "Finding Nemo". Do the characters change or grow? Will there be more coming from the "Finding" Universe? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio.

Monoreel Radio Episode #236 - Finding Nemo

This week we celebrate the 20th anniversary of "Finding Nemo". How does this animation look compared to today's standards? How do we feel about the ensemble cast? Does this film have staying power? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio. 

Monoreel Radio Dockside Chat #14 - Fantasmic, Epcot Forever and the impact of the Writers’ Strike on Disney+

This month on our Dockside Chat we share our thoughts on the changes made to Fantasmic, and the return of Epcot Forever. We also discuss how the writers' strike will impact Disney Plus, why titles are being removed and how this affects you.