The Rescuers Down Under

In 1989, Disney released “The Little Mermaid (I thought it was average) earning critical and box office success marks the beginning of a new era known as “Disney Renaissance.” Their next project is a sequel to “The Rescuers” with Bob Newhart & Eva Gabor reprising their roles as Bernard & Bianca. This time, the duo […]

The Rescuers

In 1959, Margery Sharp published a book titled, “The Rescuers.” The premise focuses on two mice named, Bernard & Bianca. Their mission is to save a little girl captured by treasure hunters whose goal is to use the girl to obtain a diamond. Three Years Later, a follow-up, “Miss Bianca” continues the mice’s further adventures. […]

Flashback Review: Miracle

In 1980, Herb Brooks coached a team to compete in the Winter Olympics competing against a Soviet hockey team. Prior to the “Miracle on Ice,” the Soviet Union won previous games four times. In an attempt to raise America’s morale, Herb takes a hefty gamble. As a result of intense training and team coordination, America […]

Classics Review: The Sword in the Stone

“The Sword in the Stone” was released in 1963. (same year Akira Kurosawa’s High and Low came out) At the time of its release, it earned mixed reviews from critics. Overtime, The Sword in the Stone gained a cult following among Disney fans. Recently, a live-action remake is in the works. As of late 2022, […]

Frankenweenie

In 1984, Tim Burton directed a live-action short film titled, “Frankenweenie.” A lighthearted tribute to “Frankenstein,” it’s about a boy named Victor Frankenstein who brings his dead dog Sparky back to life. Unfortunately, Disney fired Tim for wasting resources and thought Frankenweenie is too dark and scary for kids. Afterwards, Paul Reubens viewed the short […]

Flashback Review: The Little Mermaid II: Return to the Sea

In 1989, Disney released “The Little Mermaid.” It became a critical and commercial success launching “The Disney Renaissance. Arguably Disney’s best era spanning from 1989-1999. I already wrote an article of the aforementioned movie. No offense, it’s a huge disappointment. Anyway, a direct-to-video movie titled, “The Little Mermaid II: Return to the Sea” focuses on […]