I watched the first episode of Walt Disney from American Experience on PBS last night and did a bit of live-tweeting throughout. Overall, I was impressed with the documentary and even learned a tidbit or two I had not previously known. But there did seem… Read More »Walt Disney documentary continues tonight on PBS
The last ten years of movies from Walt Disney Studios has been ultra-productive for the company. Eight films have generated more than $1-billion in worldwide box office receipts and a number of other films have come close or out-performed expectations. During this time, Disney has… Read More »List of upcoming films from Disney
Bryce Dallas Howard took to the D23 Expo stage to talk about her starring role in “Pete’s Dragon,” a reimagining of Disney’s cherished family film. The heartwarming adventure of an orphaned boy named Pete and his best friend Elliott, who just so happens to be… Read More »Bryce Dallas Howard introduces Pete’s Dragon remake
With an introduction by none other than John Lassetter, we’re able to share with you some of the highlights of the Animation panel covering both Disney and Pixar animation studios films. First, there are some backstage interviews with the movie producers and a few show… Read More »New Video of D23 Expo Animation Panel Highlights
Walt Disney Animation Studios announced another new animated feature at D23 Expo, “Gigantic” will fill the 2018 slot for the studio. Inspired by “Jack and the Beanstalk,” Adventure-seeker Jack discovers a world of giants hidden within the clouds, hatching a grand plan with Inma, a… Read More »Disney Introduces 2018’s big animated feature “Gigantic”
“Moana” introduces a spirited teenager who sails out on a daring mission to fulfill her ancestors’ unfinished quest. She meets the once-mighty demi-god Maui (voice of Dwayne Johnson), and together, they traverse the open ocean on an action-packed voyage. Today at D23 Expo renowned directors… Read More »Moana Concept art and music previewed at D23 EXPO
As CEO Bob Iger revealed on Disney’s most recent earnings call, the animated feature Frozen continues to generate massive profits for Disney through merchandise sales and driving theme park visits. We’ve known for some time that a sequel was in the works and now we’ve… Read More »Frozen Director explains how Elsa has changed in sequel
Artist “dono” uploaded a beautiful tribute to animation master Hayao Miyazaki. Using 3D animation tools, Miyazaki’s world has been rendered in three dimensions adding incredible depth to these already moving scenes. If you’re just being introduced to Studio Ghibli and Hayao Miyazaki do yourself a… Read More »Fantastic tribute to Hayao Miyazaki