Falling for Christmas (2022)

Title: Falling for Christmas
Rating: TV-PG
Run Time: 1 hour 33 minutes
Release Date: November 10, 2022
Genre(s): Romance
Production Co.: Riviera Films
Director: Janeed Damian
Starring: Lindsay Lohan, Chord Overstreet, George Young


Who would I recommend this to?
Anyone happy to see Lindsay return!

What is this about?
An heiress gets amnesia right before Christmas and finds love and meaning.

When would be a good time to watch this?
Christmas time.

Where does it take place?
North Star Lodge.

Why did I decide to watch this?
I am so happy to see Lindsay healthy and acting again!

How did I like this?
It's cute! Super cliche and cheesy and predictable! But that's exactly what I wanted.

Have you see Falling for Christmas? What did you think?
If not, would you watch it?

Beauty and the Beast: A 30th Celebration (2022)

Title: Beauty and the Beast: A 30th Celebration
Rating: TV-PG
Run Time: 1 hour 27 minutes
Release Date: December 15, 2022
Genre(s): Fantasy, Musical
Production Co.: Walt Disney Animation Studios
Director: Hamish Hamilton
Starring: Rita Moreno, H.E.R., Josh Groban


Who would I recommend this to?
Beauty and the Beast diehards.

What is this about?
The original animated film but with live action stage produced musical numbers and concept art.

When would be a good time to watch this?
Anytime you need a distration.

Where does it take place?
Disney backlot.

Why did I decide to watch this?
Beauty and the Beast is my #3 favorite movie.

How did I like this?
I really liked this, but I do think the idea of it was better than the execution. I absolutely loved the mixed media approach to see the history of the movie while also watching what I love most and also getting a fresh take on it.

The casting was not the best. Le Fou, Belle, and Mrs. Potts did not work at all. However, Gaston was A+++! More Gaston, please.

Have you seen Beauty and the Beast: A 30th Celebration? What did you think?
If not, would you watch it?

The Wonderful World of Disney: Magical Holiday Celebration (2022)

Title: The Wonderful World of Disney: Magical Holiday Celebration
Rating: TV-PG
Run Time: 1 hour 22 minutes
Release Date: November 27, 2022
Genre(s): Reality, Musical
Production Co.: Disney Destinations
Director: Sam Wrench
Starring: Julianne Hough, Derek Hough


Who would I recommend this to?
Disney holiday people.

What is this about?
Musical artists performing at Disney World and Disneyland for Christmas.

When would be a good time to watch this?
The holiday season.

Where does it take place?
Magic Kingdom and Disneyland.

Why did I decide to watch this?
I always watch these.

How did I like this?
It was good. They're always good. Nothing special. Chloe Flowers is cool.

Have you seen Magical Holiday Celebration? What did you think?
If not, would you watch it?

Wednesday - Season 1 (2022)

Title: Wednesday - Season 1
Rating: TV-14
Run Time: 1 hour
Release Date: November 23, 2022
Genre(s): Fantasy, Horror, Series
Production Co.: MGM Television
Director: Tim Burton
Starring: Jenny Ortega, Christina Ricci,


Who would I recommend this to?
Everyone who likes their shoes creepy and kooky.

What is this about?
Wednesday Addams uncovers the dark secrets of her new school for outcasts.

When would be a good time to watch this?
ASAP.

Where does it take place?
Jericho, Vermont.

Why did I decide to watch this?
Because I love the Addams and Tim Burton.

How did I like this?
I really enjoyed it! The plot was fun, if predictable. I loved seeing Wednesday make friends while still being herself. Enid was totally fun! I wasn't too keen on the "romance" as neither boys were that interesting or seemed compatible.

Catherine Zeta Jones is not a good Morticia. I was worried about her casting but still held on to hope. But nope. Not good. Everyone else is great though. Although I do think Luis Guzman was holding back a bit.

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

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?