Disenchanted (2022)

Title: Disenchanted
Rating: PG
Run Time: 2 hour 1 minute
Release Date: November 18, 2022
Genre(s): Fantasy, Musical
Production Co.: Walt Disney Pictures
Director: Adam Shankman
Starring: Amy Adams, Maya Rudolph, Patrick Dempsey


Who would I recommend this to?
Those of us who remember the first one.

What is this about?
Giselle makes a wish for a fairytale life that has gone terribly wrong...or terribly right.

When would be a good time to watch this?
After the first one.

Where does it take place?
Monrolasia.

Why did I decide to watch this?
Because I love the first one and am a Disney slave.

How did I like this?
I adored it! Obviously, the first one will always be superior, but it's hard to beat. This is a worthy sequel though. It's another trope flipping fun time. Yes, it's predictable, but that's the point. Giselle wants her fairytale life but it's not going like she planned,  but making that wish puts her exactly in a story she knows all too well and doesn't want.

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

Enchanted (2007)

Title: Enchanted
Rating: PG
Run Time: 1 hour 47 minutes
Release Date: November 21, 2007
Genre(s): Fantasy, Romance, Musical
Production Co.: Walt Disney Pictures
Director: Kevin Lima
Starring: Amy Adams, Susan Sarandon, James Marsden


Who would I recommend this to?
Everyone.

What is this about?
An animated soon-to-be princess is sent to real world New York and finds love!

When would be a good time to watch this?
As soon as possible.

Where does it take place?
Adalasia and New York City.

Why did I decide to watch this?
The first time because it's Disney and looked adorable. Now, because the sequel is here!

How did I like this?
I never get sick of this movie. It is easily one of Disney's best live-action movies. It makes fun of all the princess tropes while also fully embracing them. It's cheesy and adorable and clever and makes me cry.

This movie is criminally underrated. I swear only me and my BFF remembered it existed before the sequel was announced.

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

Zootopia+ - Season 1 (2022)

Title: Zootopia+ - Season 1
Rating: TV-PG
Run Time: 10 mins
Release Date: November 9, 2022
Genre(s): Animation, Series, Comed
Production Co.: Disney Television Animation
Director: Trent Correy, Josie Trinidad
Starring: John Lavelle, Katie Lowes, Joey Lawrence


Who would I recommend this to?
Zootopia fans, duh. Or anyone who likes Disney shorts.

What is this about?
Extended scenes of the side characters living in Zootropolis.

When would be a good time to watch this?
Now. Or anytime you need a mood boost. Or a cry.

Where does it take place?
Zootropolis.

Why did I decide to watch this?
Because I adore Zootopia, and Disney has been doing excellent short series lately.

How did I like this?
It's adorable! I cried during two of the episodes. They're all full of heart and special moments and laughs. I do wish there were more though!

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

House of the Dragon - Season 1 (2022)

Title: House of the Dragon - Season 1
Rating: TV-MA
Run Time: 1 hour
Release Date: August 21, 2022
Genre(s): Fantasy, Drama, Series
Production Co.: Home Box Office
Starring: Emma D'Arcy, Matt Smith, Eve Best


Who would I recommend this to?
GoT fans.

What is this about?
Political turmoil in House Targaryen.

When would be a good time to watch this?
Whenever you have 10 hours for drama.

Where does it take place?
King's Landing, Westeros.

Why did I decide to watch this?
Because I was curious, and loved Got pre-final season.

How did I like this?
The first three episodes were kind of boring, but after that it really picks up! Episodes four and eight were easily my favorite of the season. If you're looking for more GoT, this is not really it, but it's interesting in its own right. It has a much narrower focus, which makes it a bit easier to follow. Other than everyone having the same name.

Dragons!

Have you seen House of the Dragon? What did you think?
If not, would you watch it?

RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars - Season 7 (2022)

Title: RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars - Season 7
Rating: TV-MA
Run Time: 1 hour
Release Date: April 13, 2022
Genre(s): LGBTQ+, Reality, Series
Production Co.: World of Wonder Productions
Starring: RuPaul, Michelle Visage, Carson Kressley, Ross Mathews


Who would I recommend this to?
Drag Race fans, or even those who are new and need to experience it for the first time.

What is this about?
Eight previous winners come back to become the Queen of All Queens!

When would be a good time to watch this?
When you need something fun to binge.

Where does it take place?
The workroom and main stage.

Why did I decide to watch this?
Because I always watch Drag Race.

How did I like this?
This was such a fun season! I really liked this twist of no eliminations; it added some good strategy to the competition. And it's always nice to see some of my favorites again (Monet, Trinity, Yvie, and Viv). Was I happy with the winner? No. Again. But it was a great season overall.

Fairytale Justice is now one of my all-time favorite challenges! That was hilarious and so much fun! And the TRL flashback challenge...so good!

Honestly, I just love seasons where the queens are getting along and you can tell they're just having a good time. Yes, they know it's a competition, but they don't get catty and mean for no reason.

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

RuPaul's Secret Celebrity Drag Race - Season 2 (2022)

Title: RuPaul's Secret Celebrity Drag Race - Season 2
Rating: TV-14
Run Time: 1 hour
Release Date: August 12, 2022
Genre(s): Reality, LGBTQ+, Series
Production Co.: World of Wonder Productions
Starring: RuPaul, Michelle Visage, Ross Mathews, Carson Kressley


Who would I recommend this to?
Fans of Drag Race, or those new to the franchise.

What is this about?
Eight mystery celebrities compete as drag queens to win money for charity.

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

Where does it take place?
The main stage.

Why did I decide to watch this?
Because I love Drag Race.

How did I like this?
The makeover challenge on the main line of Drag Race is always one of my favorites, so an entire season of it is like a dream come true! I did love how this second season leaned into the "secret" aspect, as we don't know who the contestants are until they're sent home.

It's just a super fun time! Not as good as the main series, but still something to promote happiness. And I was very happy with the winner! YAY!

Have you seen Secret Celebrity Drag Race? What did you think?
If not, would you watch it?

Hocus Pocus 2 (2022)

Title: Hocus Pocus 2
Rating: PG
Run Time: 1 hour 47 minutes
Release Date: September 30, 2022
Genre(s): Fantasy, Comedy
Production Co.: Walt Disney Pictures
Director: Anne Fletcher
Starring: Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker, Kathy Najimy


Who would I recommend this to?
Not anyone who has seen the original.

What is this about?
The Sanderson sisters are back! Again!

When would be a good time to watch this?
Uh...Spooky Season, if you must. Or just leave it alone.

Where does it take place?
Salem, Massachusetts.

Why did I decide to watch this?
Because I had to.

How did I like this?
The end was good. Everything else...just no. You can't wait 30 years to make a sequel to one of the most epic movies ever and expect it to be good. It was trying too hard.

Have you seen Hocus Pocus 2? What did you think?
If not, would you watch it?