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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. 

Monoreel Radio Episode #235 - Peter Pan and Wendy

This week we review and discuss "Peter Pan and Wendy". Does this live action version right the wrongs of the animated classic? How true is this adaptation to the original source material? Can we even call this a remake? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio.

Monoreel Radio Episode #234 (Part 2) - Peter Pan (1953)

There is so much to cover for "Peter Pan", we are breaking this episode into two parts. Here is the rest of our discussion, plus our news of the week and a giveaway!

 

Click here for part one of this episode.

Monoreel Radio Episode #234 (Part 1) - Peter Pan (1953)

This week, we are joined by special guest Luke Lawson to review and discuss "Peter Pan". This film recently celebrated its 70th anniversary, and it's characters are staples in the parks, but does it hold up? How different is this film adaptation from the book and the play? What obstacles did Walt face during production? 

 

There is so much to say about this film, we have to break the episode into two parts. Part Two is available now.

Monoreel Radio Episode #233 - Holes

This week, we celebrate the 20th Anniversary of "Holes". What was the process of adapting this popular novel? Is it accurate to the source material? What were the filming conditions like in the desert? How did they assemble this star-studded cast? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio.

Monoreel Radio Episode #232 - Star Wars: Rogue One

This week we celebrate May the Fourth with our friends Kelly and Pat as we discuss "Star Wars: Rogue One". How excited were when we learned of another prequal? Is it a clear bridge to the first film? Does Disney knock this out of the park? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio.

Monoreel Radio Episode #231 - Eddie’s Million Dollar Cookoff

This week we wrap up our baseball month with a review and discussion of Eddie's Million Dollar Cookoff". Is this film dated? Does it succeed in its message? Where does it rank among other DCOMs? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio.

Monoreel Radio Episode #230 - The Rookie

This week we review and discuss "The Rookie", based on the true story of Jim Morris. How accurate is the film to Jim’s life and baseball career? Why does it feel like something is missing? Do some of the characters become tropes? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio.