Monoreel Radio

This week we review and discuss "The Monkey's Uncle". This film caught our attention because it features The Beach Boys, but how big is their role in the film? How has this film aged? Is this the best plot twist of all time? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio. 

This week, we review and discuss 1997's "Honey, We Shrunk Ourselves". This was Walt Disney Picture's first direct-to-video live action film, but is it fitting to round out the trilogy? Is this film meant to be watched in high-def? Where does it rank among the other "Honey" films? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio. 

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This week we review and discuss "folklore: the long pong studio sessions" as Taylor Swift kicks off the second leg of her tour in Europe. Is this the documentary we expected? Is this album, in fact, autobiographical? How has the album aged in four years? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio.

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This week we played Monoreel Radio DisneyPlus roulette and landed on 1967's "The Adventures of Bullwhip Griffin". Is this the hidden gem we've been hoping for? Which iconic Disney film seemingly has its fingerprints on this movie? How re-watchable is this film? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio.

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This month we recap St. Patrick's Day at Raglan Road, a trip to the Kennedy Space Center and the conclusion of the runDisney race season. We also discuss fun happenings at Universal Studios, what the future may hold at EPCOT and the integration of Hulu into DisneyPlus.

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This week we celebrate the 15th anniversary of "Hannah Montana: The Movie". Having never watched the television series, how do we feel about our introduction to Hannah Montana? Does this feel like a DCOM? Is this a proper showcase for Miley Cyrus? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio. 

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This week we celebrate the 20th anniversary of "Home On The Range". Is this film a hidden gem? Is this the most star-studded cast yet? Why did it underperform? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio. 

This week we celebrate the 25th anniversary of "10 Things I Hate About You". Is this film a product of its time? Is it another teen rom-com, or is it self-aware? This movie is a launchpad for some name talent, but does it hold up? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio.

This week we review and discuss "Doug's First Movie". As it celebrates its 25th anniversary, we can't help but ask what makes this feel so different from the original series? Does it stay true to the source material? Was this meant to be a theatrical release? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio. 

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This week we celebrate the 10th Anniversary of "Muppets Most Wanted". What makes this one so different from previous Muppet films? Is it a fitting sequel to the 2011 film? Were we right to wait on seeing this film? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio. 

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On this month’s Dockside Chat, we talk about our outstanding experience at the House of Mouse Expo! We also recap attending a concert at Universal Mardi Gras, as well as an evening at Epcot’s International Flower and Garden Festival 2024. 

This week we celebrate the 15th anniversary of "Race to Witch Mountain". How does this film fair as far as reboots go? Does this cast have chemistry? Would Disney make a movie like this today? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio. 

 

To listen to our review of "Escape to Witch Mountain", click here. 

 

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This week we celebrate the 40th anniversary of "Splash". This film kicked off a new phase of the Walt Disney Company's history with the launch of Touchstone Pictures, but was this the right move? Who did the studio initially want as their leads? Does the film hold up? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio.

The gloves come off this week as our good buddy Sosh from the "Behind The Blowhole" podcast joins us for a special "What The February" viewing of 1971's ‘The Million Dollar Duck’. How does the film feel dates? Who was a waste of talent? Where does this rank among other films we have reviewed for "WTF"? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio. 

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This week we celebrate the 20th anniversary of "Confessions of a Teenage Drama Queen". How is this film a time capsule of the early 2000s? Who was the lead role originally intended for?  Where does this rank among other Lindsay Lohan movies? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio. 

To listen to our discussion of the runDisney Marathon Weekend, click here.

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This week we review and discuss "Confessions of a Shopaholic". This Touchstone film is celebrating its 15th anniversary, but does it stand the test of time? Are these characters engaging enough? Did Disney hire the right group to produce it? All of this and more this week on Monoreel Radio.

 

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This month, we discuss another concert at Universal Studios, an Animal Kingdom snack crawl, experiencing Disney's Vero Beach Resort for the first time, and revisiting Morimoto Asia. 

 

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This week we review and discuss 2023's "Wish". Is this a fitting tribute for Disney 100? After not doing well at the Box Office, how do we think it will perform on Disney Plus? Where does it rank among other Disney animated classics? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio. 

 

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This week, Mason aka Mr. Unofficial CEO from "Grim: A Haunted Mansion Fable" joins us to discuss 2023's "Haunted Mansion". How has our opinion of this film changed since our first viewing? What would it look like as a straight horror? How does this version compare to previous "Haunted Mansion" films? All of this and more this week on Monoreel Radio.

 

To listen to Grim: A Haunted Mansion Fable, click here.

To listen to our review of the 2003 version, click here.

To listen to our review of "Muppets Haunted Mansion", click here. 

 

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This week we review and discuss Pixar’s Oscar nominated "Elemental". How do we feel about the world building? Do we buy Ember and Wade as a couple? Where do we rank this among other Pixar films? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio. 

 

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