Pinocchio (2022)

Title: Pinocchio
Rating: PG
Run Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
Release Date: September 8, 2022
Genre(s): Adventure, Fantasy
Production Co.: Walt Disney Pictures
Director: Robert Zemeckis
Starring: Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Tom Hanks, Benjamin Evan Ainsworth


Who would I recommend this to?
The next wave of Pinocchio fans.

What is this about?
A wooden puppet comes to life and learns what it takes to be a real boy.

When would be a good time to watch this?
On a dark and stormy night. Total autumn vibes, not end of summer.

Where does it take place?
Italy.

Why did I decide to watch this?
Because it's Disney.

How did I like this?
They kept Honest John as a fox?!!? I assumed they were making everyone human! YES! But also, why are Pinocchio and Jiminy so bright?! The movie is kind of dim and toned down, but they're animated quite brightly. They stick out a bit too much.

Overall, it's a pretty straight-forward adaptation. Not much was added or taken away. It's very familiar and also brought something new. But where was the Blue Fairy during most of this?

BUT...Sharktopus. That is all!

Have you seen Pinocchio? What did you think?
If not, would you watch it?

Tiny Shoulders: Rethinking Barbie (2018)

Title: Tiny Shoulders: Rethinking Barbie
Rating: NR
Run Time: 1 hour 31 minutes
Release Date: April 27, 2018
Genre(s): Documentary
Production Co.: Hulu
Director: Andrea Blaugrund Nevins
Starring: Richard Dickson, Kristina Duncan, Michelle Chidoni


Who would I recommend this to?
Anyone interested in the history of Barbie and how she made her comeback for modern audiences.

What is this about?
The rise and fall and resurgence of the Barbie doll.

When would be a good time to watch this?
No rush, but whenever you feel like.

Where does it take place?
America.

Why did I decide to watch this?
I've been on a Barbie kick lately.

How did I like this?
It's kind of dry. When I think of Barbie, I think fun and glamour and possibilities! This was kind of a downer. I know it's about how Barbie was becoming irrelevant and almost hated, but the delivery didn't need to be so somber.

Do I think Barbie needed a makeover? Yes and no. I definitely think there needs to be a range of skintones and body types so kids can see themselves in the dolls. But I don't think Barbie herself needed a change. She was never meant to be realistic, she was just a vessel for children to project their imaginations on. You can't please everyone.

Have you seen Tiny Shoulders? What did you think?
If not, would you watch it?

Canada's Drag Race - Season 1 (2020)

Title: Canada's Drag Race - Season 1
Rating: TV-14
Run Time: 1 hour
Release Date: July 27, 2020
Genre(s): Reality, LGBTQ+, Series
Production Co.: Blue Ant Digital Studios
Starring: Brooke Lynn Hytes, Stacey McKenzie, Jeffrey Bowyer-Chapman


Who would I recommend this to?
Drag Race fans.

What is this about?
Twelve queens compete to become Canada's first drag superstar!

When would be a good time to watch this?
When you need some wholesome entertainment.

Where does it take place?
The main stage, Canada.

Why did I decide to watch this?
Because it's Drag Race...in Canada!

How did I like this?
I adored it from the moment the first queen walked in. It's just so fun! Definitely different from the US edition, but still comforting and familiar. It's been a long time since I cried during DR, but this one hit me in the second episode! My all-time favorite runway theme was also from the second episode! Then I cried again during the first ever Drag Race pageant, but from laughing so hard. Holy crap!

It's weird to not see Mama Ru at the judges panel, but I like all three of the judges a lot. And I definitely appreciate that Brook Lynn Hytes isn't trying to BE RuPaul. She's being her sweet poised self. And I've always loved Stacy from ANTM, and feel like she was perfect here! Jeffrey is just adorable; that smile!

Team Priyanka!

Have you seen Canada's Drag Race? What did you think?
If not, would you watch it?

Big Hero 6 (2014)

Title: Big Hero 6
Rating: PG
Run Time: 1 hour 42 minutes
Release Date: November 7, 2014
Genre(s): Animation, Sci-Fi, Comedy
Production Co.: Walt Disney Pictures
Director: Don Hall, Chris Williams
Starring: Ryan Potter, Scott Adsit, Jamie Chung
 

Who would I recommend this to?
The universe.

What is this about?
A health care robot helps his young patient exact revenge..while also saving the world.

When would be a good time to watch this?
Now. All the time.

Where does it take place?
San Fransokyo.

Why did I decide to watch this?
Because it's Disney and I have a thing for robots.

How did I like this?
This is one of my all-time favorite movies. Disney or otherwise. It's just so freaking cute. I cry like a baby and laugh out loud. Baymax is just the greatest robot companion ever. The rest of the cast is great too!

Just trust me. Watch this movie, especially if you haven't already seen it. And if you have seen it, watch it again. And again...

Have you seen Big Hero 6? What did you think?
If not, would you watch it?

Chip 'n Dale: Rescue Rangers (2022)

Title: Chip 'n Dale: Rescue Rangers
Rating: PG
Run Time: 1 hour 37 minutes
Release Date: May 20, 2022
Genre(s): Animation, Comedy, Adventure
Production Co.: Walt Disney Pictures
Director: Akiva Schaffer
Starring: Andy Samberg, John Mulaney, Kiki Layne


Who would I recommend this to?
Animal comedy fans.

What is this about?
The Rescue Rangers reunite to save their friend from certain doom!

When would be a good time to watch this?
When you need a laugh or a trip down memory lane.

Where does it take place?
Hollywood.

Why did I decide to watch this?
Because it's Disney and looked super fun.

How did I like this?
 This movie is hilarious! There are nonstop jokes, but not in an annoyingly forced way. It's more of a "if you know, you know" situation as there are so many references and cameos. I also loved the combination of all of the different animation styles and live action. It's also just a fun movie in general even if you weren't a Disney Afternoon fan.

Have you seen Chip 'n Dale? What did you think?
If not, would you watch it?

Lightyear (2022)

Title: Lightyear
Rating: PG
Run Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
Release Date: June 17, 2022
Genre(s): Animation, Sci-Fi, Adventure
Production Co.: Pixar Animation Studios
Director: Angus MacLane
Starring: Chris Evans, Keke Palmer, Peter Sohn


Who would I recommend this to?
Toy Story fans.

What is this about?
A space ranger must fix his life-threatening mistake by learning to work with others.

When would be a good time to watch this?
Soon, if you haven't already.

Where does it take place?
Space.

Why did I decide to watch this?
Because it's Pixar, duh.

How did I like this?
I adored it! It made me laugh! It made me cry! It made me feel in general. It's definitely a fun and unique spinoff to a well-loved series. The "twist" was kind of weird, but I still enjoyed it.

I do have to say, that while I adored Sox, I was kind of annoyed how he was a blatant ripoff of Baymax, who is my absolute favorite robot companion ever.

Have you seen Lightyear? What did you think?
If not, would you watch it?

Baymax! - Season 1 (2022)

Title: Baymax!
Rating: TV-G
Run Time: 10 minutes
Release Date: June 29, 2022
Genre(s): Comedy, Animation, Series
Production Co.: Disney Television, Animation
Creator: Don Hall
Starring: Scott Adsit, Ryan Potter, Dichen Lachman


Who would I recommend this to?
The world.

What is this about?
Puffy healthcare companion helps random people with their problems.

When would be a good time to watch this?
Immediately. All the time.

Where does it take place?
San Fransokyo.

Why did I decide to watch this?
Big Hero 6 is one of my all-time favorite movies.

How did I like this?
This had no reason to be that good. Every single short made me cry, and that last one had me losing my freaking mind.

Have you seen Baymax!? What did you think?
If not, would you watch it?