Monoreel Radio

This week we celebrate the 20th anniversary of "Confessions of a Teenage Drama Queen". How is this film a time capsule of the early 2000s? Who was the lead role originally intended for?  Where does this rank among other Lindsay Lohan movies? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio.  To listen to our discussion of the runDisney Marathon Weekend, click here . Join the conversation on social...

This week we review and discuss "Confessions of a Shopaholic". This Touchstone film is celebrating its 15th anniversary, but does it stand the test of time? Are these characters engaging enough? Did Disney hire the right group to produce it? All of this and more this week on Monoreel Radio.   Join the conversation on social media @monoreelradio on all major platforms, or send us an email at monore...

This month, we discuss another concert at Universal Studios, an Animal Kingdom snack crawl, experiencing Disney's Vero Beach Resort for the first time, and revisiting Morimoto Asia.    Join the conversation on social media @monoreelradio on all major platforms, or send us an email at monoreelradio@gmail.com. For links to anything you heard on the show, visit our  website  and if you want to experi...

This week we review and discuss 2023's "Wish". Is this a fitting tribute for Disney 100? After not doing well at the Box Office, how do we think it will perform on Disney Plus? Where does it rank among other Disney animated classics? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio.    Join the conversation on social media @monoreelradio on all major platforms, or send us an email at monoreelradio...

This week, Mason aka Mr. Unofficial CEO from "Grim: A Haunted Mansion Fable" joins us to discuss 2023's "Haunted Mansion". How has our opinion of this film changed since our first viewing? What would it look like as a straight horror? How does this version compare to previous "Haunted Mansion" films? All of this and more this week on Monoreel Radio.   To listen to Grim: A Haunted Mansion Fable, cl...

This week we review and discuss Pixar’s Oscar nominated "Elemental". How do we feel about the world building? Do we buy Ember and Wade as a couple? Where do we rank this among other Pixar films? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio.    Join the conversation on social media @monoreelradio on all major platforms, or send us an email at monoreelradio@gmail.com. For links to anything you h...

This month we recap the Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend and discuss off-site hotel accommodations. We talk about our goodbye to the original Country Bear Jamboree, and we take our first trip to the International Festival of The Arts for 2024.    Join the conversation on social media @monoreelradio on all major platforms, or send us an email at monoreelradio@gmail.com. For links to anything you...

This week we review and discuss the live action remake of "The Little Mermaid". Are the changes to the setting and story necessary? How has our opinion changed upon a second viewing? Where does this rank among the other live action remakes? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio.    Click here to listen to our review of the animated classic, back on Episode One of Monoreel Radio.   Join...

This week we review and discuss "Guardians of the Galaxy Volume 3". Do we leave our characters in the right place? Where does this series rank among the others in the MCU? Will there be more from the Guardians? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio.   Join the conversation on social media @monoreelradio on all major platforms, or send us an email at monoreelradio@gmail.com. For links to...

This week we begin to catch up on some 2023 releases with a review and discussion of "Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania". Does this third film have a different feel from the previous two? How is the CGI different on Disney+, from it’s original theatrical run? Where does this trilogy rank among other MCU franchises? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio.   Join the conversation on social...

This week we broadcast live from Everglazed at Disney Springs to discuss the films and TV shows we saw this calendar year.    To listen to our review of "Peter Pan and Wendy", click here: https://www.podbean.com/site/EpisodeDownload/PB14157252HPVI   To listen to our review of "Once Upon A Studio", click here: https://monoreelradio.podbean.com/e/monoreel-radio-episode-257-once-upon-a-studio/

This week we review and discuss the epic conclusion of the "Narnia" series. How does the tone of this film compare to the first two? Do we leave the characters in a good place? Where does this rank among other fantastical franchises? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio.

This month we discuss holiday offerings in Orlando, such as Epcot’s Festival of The Holidays and Grinchmas. We react to recent comments made by Bob Iger and Jacki shares some exciting news of her own. 

This week we review and discuss "Prince Caspian", the second film in the "Chronicles of Narnia" series. With an all new set of secondary characters, does this film have that same charm that was so palpable in the original? How does the CGI in this film compare to the first? How is the film paced? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio.

This week we review and discuss 2005's "The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe". Is this a Christmas movie? It had a lot of buzz around it when it was announced, but is it worth they hype? How close is the film adaptation to the book? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio.   To listen to our conversation about "Prop Culture" with host Dan Lanigan, click here: ht...

This week we review and discuss "The Shaggy Dog". This film boasts a cast consisting of multiple Disney legends, but is it worth the hype? Does it have any re-watchability? Does it deserve two remakes? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio.

This week we celebrate the 60th Anniversary of "The Incredible Journey". As we deep dive into some classic "Walt era" films, how does this compare to some of his films starring animals? Does the narrator help or hurt? Does this film deserve it’s place on the mantle? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio. 

This month, we catch up on fall activities such as Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party, Universal Studio's Halloween Horror Nights, and the start of race season with runDisney’s Wine and Dine Half Marathon. We also get festive at Jollywood Nights.

This week we review and discuss "Saludos Amigos", the first of the Disney package films. Why did Disney and his team make this film? Does it deserve a warning label? How does this compare to other anthology films? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio.   To hear our conversation with Ted Thomas, click here: https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-xd66a-d41a9d

This week we deep dive into some classic Walt Era films, beginning with "Melody Time". This 1948 anthology film features seven vignettes showcasing stunning animation with outstanding music. Does everything flow naturally? How different is this from "Fantasia"? We all love a burger from Pecos Bill, but do we like his origin story? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio.

This week we review and discuss "Once Upon A Studio", in celebration of the 100th anniversary of the Walt Disney Animation Studios. With so many characters in one place, does it feel forced, or intentional? Are all of our favorite characters accounted for? Is this nostalgia fest a flex, or is it worth the hype? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio.

This week we review and discuss "Phantom Of The Megaplex". This 2000 DCOM features Hollywood icon and Disney favorite Mickey Rooney. Does he carry this film? How do we feel about the way these archetypes develop? Where do we rank this among other DCOMs? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio.

This week we review and discuss "Zombies 3". How does the flow of this film feel different from the previous sequel? Do we leave our characters in a good place? How does this franchise compare to other DCOM franchises? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio.

This week we review and discuss "Zombies 2". Does this fall victim to the same formula as other DCOM sequels? Is there a natural continuation of the story? How does the soundtrack stack up versus that of the first film? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio.

This week we kick off spooky season with a review and discussion of "Zombies", a DCOM beloved for a multitude of reasons. How does this cast compare to other DCOM musicals? Where does this soundtrack rank? Is this film worth the hype? All of that and more this week on Monoreel Radio.