Classics Review: Citizen Kane

Citizen Kane was released in 1941. It earned positive reviews from critics and movie goers alike. Despite critical acclaim over the years, the film actually flopped at the box office. Regardless of failing to make a profit, Citizen Kane became an eligible nominee at The Academy Awards winning “Best Original Screenplay” (Orson Welles) Unfortunately, Orson […]

Flashback Review: The Emperor’s New Groove (Disney’s Flops Vol.1 #11)

After “Tarzan” marked the end of “The Disney Renaissance,” Disney worked on their next project. This time it’s a non-musical buddy comedy film filled with slapstick and witty dialogue starring David Spade & John Goodman as Kuzco & Pacha who must get along together in order to find a way to get the former back […]

Flashback Review: Mars Attacks (WB’s Flops Vol. 1 #16)

After “Ed Wood” earned critical acclaim and earned two Oscars, Tim Burton began development on his next project called, “Mars Attacks.” Based on a trading card series created by The Topps Company, Tim did some research on cheesy B Movies from The 1950’s he grew up watching as a kid most notably the works of […]

Classics Review: Flying Tigers

In 1941, Pearl Harbor was attacked by The Japanese Army. Many have fallen and risked their lives to save their comrades in a tragic event that’ll never be forgotten as Americans will continue to educate children about World War II. In response to the attack, The U.S. Army decided to recruit cadets to aid allied […]

Classics Review: Peter Pan (1953)

In 1904, playwright J.M Barrie released a play called, “Peter Pan.” It’s about three children are invited by a boy with the ability to fly who literally can’t grow up, to a trip to “Neverland.” An island filled with residents including pirates led by Peter’s archenemy Captain Hook, mermaids, Indians, fairies, animal wildlife and a […]

Classics Review: Snow White And The Seven Dwarfs (1937)

In 1928, Walt Disney created Mickey Mouse in his first appearance titled, “Plane Crazy.” The cartoon failed at a test screening, so Disney was obligated to distribute “Steamboat Willie” as the one that started it all. A Decade Later during “The Great Depression,” Disney hired animators to work on an ambitious pet project. He wanted […]