Tag Archive for: Disney

The Prince Isn’t the Goal in Amazon’s ‘Cinderella’

By: Laura Bennett

As a generation raised on Disney can attest, the story of Cinderella certainly isn’t new, but Amazon’s 2021 version takes a fresh approach by dulling down the emphasis on love and romance, and fixating on finding your voice and following your dreams. Read more

Disney’s Live-Action ‘Mulan’ Spotlights a Servant’s Heart and Sacrificial Love

By: Laura Bennett

This year has been a historical one for cinema, including Disney’s long-awaited live-action remake of Mulan – releasing on its streaming platform on Friday 4th September. Read more

‘The Lion King’ A Faithful Retelling – But a Little More Scary For Kids!

By: Laura Bennett

Naaa timbetcha, babageesh bababa! Sa doom…

Few grown adults know the real lyrics to Circle of Life, but nonetheless we’ll belt them out until we’re transported back to our childhood and our first encounter with The Lion King.
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‘Aladdin’ Remake Throws a ‘Fresh Prince’ Twist on the ’90s Classic

By: Laura Bennett

Disney’s sure getting good at live-action remakes – or at the very least, prolific! It’s fast becoming their latest formula, with reimagined childhood classics like Beauty and the Beast, Dumbo, Mary Poppins Returns – and now, Aladdin. Read more

Disney’s The Nutcracker and the Four Realms Review

Above: Mackenzie Foy as Clara. Image credit – Walt Disney Pictures

By: Simone Cathryn

Rated: PG (Would not recommend for children under 8 years old)

For me, just the word ‘Nutcracker’ evokes images of a magical world full of impossible things becoming possible. It conjures scenes of beautiful glittering trees, perfectly crafted vintage toys and the scary Mouse King through my mind. Read more