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The Island at the Top of the World (1974)
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If you asked me to give an example of a Disney film that is of the adventure genre, I would have to say: The Island at the Top of the World.
Based on a novel by Ian Cameron, this film is so Jules Verne-like in terms of its adventure. The story just reeks of adventure and not a minute goes by where you don’t feel a sense of adventure. Granted it’s not as fast-paced as later films such as the Indiana Jones franchise, but it’s still the most adventurous Disney film in my opinion. Without further ado, let’s begin the review of this film!
And remember, SPOILERS AHEAD!
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Guess the Movie I’m Reviewing on February 9th, 2015!
Secretariat (2010)
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In terms of live-action, Disney is known for doing a plethora of sports films, so it’s about time that I reviewed a sports film for this blog. And why not start with the sport of horse racing with Disney’s Secretariat? The film is based on the true story of the racehorse of the same name and its owner, Penny Chenery.
Let’s go straight to the horse’s mouth and see if Disney sports films are good or whether this is just a horse of a different color.
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Guess the Movie I’m Reviewing on January 26th, 2015!
Well, vacation is over and it’s time to start back blogging! Any guesses as to next week’s movie?
The Watcher in the Woods (1980)
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During the ’80s, Disney was trying to make their films more adult/more scary/more non-Disney, so to speak. We’ve seen this already in Something Wicked This Way Comes. Now we’re gonna see it again in this film entitled The Watcher in the Woods. Based on a novel, this film is considered a cult classic to many and after having seen it, count me in with that group. Will you be part of that group too? Let’s take a look!
And remember, SPOILERS AHEAD!
Guess the Movie I’m Reviewing on December 8th, 2014!
I think this is a bit of an obscure one. Any guesses?
Maleficent (2014)
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When I reviewed Tim Burton’s Alice in Wonderland, I discussed how Disney was making a plethora of live-action adaptations of their animated classics and I prayed that this one in particular would be good.
So, IS Maleficent any good? Let’s find out!
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Guess the Movie I’m Reviewing on November 24th, 2014!
This is probably an easy one.
20,000 Leagues Under the Sea (1954)
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Who doesn’t love a Jules Verne novel? His novels are just great adventure/scientific/steampunk-ish lore that it appeals to everyone with a sense of adventure. And the adventure genre lends itself to great expression through film. And 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea is no exception! This Disney film is actually the most famous film adaptation of the novel.
In quite an interesting turn, this film was directed by Richard Fleischer.
Why was this interesting? Because he was the son of Walt Disney’s animation “rival”, Max Fleischer.
Yeah, not every person can employ his competitor’s family members. Even Richard Fleischer was a bit surprised that Walt Disney approved of him directing the film. He even asked Walt if he knew who he was. Walt replied yes, but that he was the right man for the job. And his father, Max Fleischer also supported this decision and wasn’t mad that his son was working for his competitor. And people say that filmmakers are cold-hearted money-grabbers!
“It’s my pleasure to be here, Walt!” (When, oh when, will you drink your tea that I drugged?)
Anyway, let’s take a dive into (see what I did there) this review of 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea. Before we begin, I must let you all know that I’ve had some problems playing this movie on my laptop, hence I wasn’t able to get any screenshots from the film as I usually do. As a result of that, this review will be shorter than usual, so I hope you’ll forgive me.
Now, without further ado, let’s get started!
And remember, SPOILERS AHEAD!
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