A New Classic

Disney and Pixar have recently released their newest film Brave, and I will say this about the movie, It's a true crowd pleaser!

In the beggining of the film we are introduced to one of the first Princesses that comes from Pixar, Merida. Merida is the daughter of a King and has fought her Mother the Queen her whole life to be able to do things her own way, instead of having to act the way everyone else expects her to.

As Merida grow's in years, the time comes for her to be married, but not to just anyone,to a worthy suitor from one of the three kingdoms from distant lands. The three Kingdoms gather and in Merida's honor, a competition will be held for her to see which of the three young men will be worthy of her hand.

Seeing that her life is about to be changed in a way she dosent want it to, Merida run's off to find a way to change her fate, so that she can live her life the way she has always dreamed.

At this point in the review, I will not give anymore away, so that I don't spoil the main plot of the film. I will say this though, Brave is truly something that everyone who is a big fan of all things Disney and Pixar will enjoy. I really loved the Beautiful shots of Ireland, I think the animators did a fantastic job in portratying the vast landscapes.

I had read reviews about this film from other "Critics" and a few said that they felt that the movie started off strong, but then it turned into a kids movie. I'm Sorry, was this supposed to be something other than a kids movie I mean come on. It's like going to see Batman and then saying it "It started off good, but then it turned into an action movie". Thanks Genius.

Make sure to take the time to see this movie, you won't be dissapointed.

Grade A+

Running Time 1hr & 33mins

Rated PG For Some Scary Action and Rude Humor



Mirror Mirror

This year we have been given two different versions of the Snow White legend. Mirror Mirror was released first, then Snow White and the Huntsman. I have seen both films and the two are very different from each other. Snow White and the Huntsman was a very dark retelling. However Mirror Mirror proves to be a lighter version, which will please both young and old.
Julia Roberts and Lily Collins take on the two leads in this fresh yet somewhat different take on how Snow Whites tale happened.
We are all used to Disney's original telling of the classic fairy tale, but in Mirror Mirror director Tarsem Singh adds a little twist to how the story really happened.
Mirror Mirror is told from the Evil Queens perspective. But we are more involved with how Snow White rises up and takes over the Kingdom that is rightfuly hers.
Upon finding out that the Kingdom is quickly becoming bankrupt, The Queen tries to find a Prince that is wealthy beyond means, so that she can marry him and save the Kingdom she reigns.
All the while Snow White has been locked up in the Palace, but on her 18th Birthday, she decides to find a way to get rid of the Evil Queen so that she can become the Queen that the village deserves.
Truth be told I did enjoy Mirror Mirror, I found it laging in some parts however the visionary direction and the costume design held my interest, not to mention there was plenty of Humor in this film.
Mirror Mirror reminded me alot of something that Disney would produce. Maybe it was Alan Menken's music score that gave this film the Classic disney vibe.
 All in all I did find myself liking this movie, even thought some parts were a bit cheesey but hey what movie isn't cheesey in it's own way.


Grade B-

Running Time 1hr & 46mins

Rated PG For some Fantasy action and Mild Rude Humor.

Opening this November

I can't wait to see this. A new classic from Disney!

Coming to Blu Ray on September 4th

Finally! One of my all time favorite Halloween Films is coming to Blu Ray.
Now Hocus Pocus can be enjoyed the way it should be, In 1080P Hi Definition.

Snow White & The Huntsman

Snow White and The Huntsman is not only one of the best films this year, it's also a cinematic masterpiece. This Film takes the story of Snow White to a whole new level.
Trust me when I say, this ain't Walt Disney's Version.
In the beginning of the film we are introduced to how the Evil Queen Ravenna came to be. Seriously this Queen is Evil. She is obsessed with staying young and being the fairest of them all and she will do whatever it takes to do so. But in order for her to stay that way, she has to take the life of a younger woman, so that she can continue to stay young and beautiful forever.
In Ravenna's quest for beauty, she comes to find from her trusted mirror, that their is of course one who is more fair than she, Snow White. Ravenna has kept Snow White prisoner in the top of the castle tower since she was a young girl, but one day Snow White escapes beyond the castle gates and into the dark forest.
The Queen then sends The Huntsman out to find her because she needs Snow Whites heart, so that she never has to worry of aging again. Upon finding the princess, and discovering her true identity (the Queen didn't bother to tell The Huntsman who he was going after), the huntsman decides then that he will help her in her effort to escape as far as she can from the clutches of Ravenna, and help her fight for her kingdom.
I could go on and on with the plot of this film, but their is so much to go over. The visual effects in this film are beyond anything that I have ever seen. Some of my favorite parts involved The Dark Forest and the enchanted realm that Snow White and the Huntsman are introduced to by the Seven Dwarfs, which include some enchanted forest creatures, much like something we would see in a Walt Disney Film.
Not to mention the Stellar Acting from all who were involved in this movie.
Charlize Theron was a true Beast as Ravenna the evil queen. She was spot on in this film and I would even go so far as to say that her performance is Award Worthy. Kristen Stewart who played Snow White did well. I was nervous because of her Twilight films, but she stepped out of the box for this one. And Chris Hemsworth who played The Huntsman was fantastic.
Great Film! I wouldn't recommend this for younger audiences because this version of Snow White is Darker than any before.
It is however my new favorite telling of the Snow White fairytale.

Solid A

Running Time 2hrs & 7mins

Rated PG-13 For Intense Sequences of Violence and Action, And Brief Sensuality

Disney and Marvel Merger

Not to long ago, I was in the Disney store, and I had noticed that the store was carrying Marvel products.
I thought to myself "what is this stuff doing here? This is a Disney store, not a Marvel store." Well come to find out, Disney just bought Marvel and so we should expect to see more superhero action figures along side the ever famous Disney Princess's.
Another perk that will come from the Disney/Marvel Merger, is that we will be seeing some of Marvels famous characters hit the Disney theme parks in the form of new rides! That had me super excited.
Fans of the Marvel Comics and Films were worried that Disney would make the name Family Friendly, since Marvel is aimed at adult audiences. Disney has stated that they are not going to make any changes to Marvel, or its upcoming films which Include, Thor 2 and The Avengers sequel.