Disney

What do you expect when you walk out of a Disney movie? Our expectations are usually measured by our past experiences. My experience with Disney movies has definitely become more enjoyable throughout the years. I’ve always loved Disney, but my expectations have obviously changed. As a child, it was all about the imagination. As an adult, I want to walk out of a Disney movie feeling real emotion. Zootopia surprised everyone by delicately touching on sensitive subjects without preaching or offending anyone. Those important messages, mixed with the witty comedy, and incredibly detailed animation, made for a film that I will watch over and over again. There are so many reasons to watch Zootopia as an adult, parent, or child.

I am so obsessed with Ellen Degeneres. I watched her show every day and she’s just hilarious! She isn’t a punch line comedian. She’s just naturally funny. Just hearing her voice makes me giggle. I cannot express to you how excited I am about Finding Dory! This trailer makes me even more excited and impatient. Ahh, be ready to giggle. I’ve had to watch it two times, back to back.

It’s no secret that Disney likes to place hidden gems, also known as “Easter Eggs” in their movies. You know, like Goofy and Donald’s appearance in the crowd during King Triton’s entrance in The Little Mermaid. Another popular gem is Aladdin’s carpet in the opening of The Princess and The Frog. There are a ton of inside jokes that only adults, or maybe only the creators, would understand. I think that we all walked into the Zootopia screening looking for an underlying message or a hidden gem. Some were more cryptic than others, but they definitely exist. The ones that we didn’t catch, the Zootopia Directors and Producers filled us in on.

A few other Orlando Bloggers and I had the pleasure of interviewing the Jason Bateman and Ginnifer Goodwin, the voices of Zootopia. Their responses, characteristics, and personalities were quite impressive. These interviews are full of passion and laughter.

I can’t wait to see what they do with this movie. Will we emotionally connect with the characters? Will it live up to The Jungle Book that we all know and love? Ahh, the suspense is killing me. Until then, we can play with these fun, free, printable activity sheets!

I want to know who is super excited about Pete’s Dragon!? I know that I am. Gosh, Disney is outdoing themselves this year – Finding Dory, Zootopia, and this. Here is a first look at PETE’S DRAGON, a reimagining of Disney’s cherished family film starring Bryce Dallas Howard, Oakes Fegley and Robert Redford.

We all loved the Lion King. Simba is a symbol for one of the most iconic Disney films of all times. The Lion King brings a sense of nostalgia to adults and parents all over the world and now kids can enjoy it too, with the new story of Kion, a cub of the beloved Simba and Nala. Whether your children already have watched the classic The Lion King films or they are new to this, it’s a must-see.

I know you’ve all heard of it by now. The Good Dinosaur is one of the most popular movies on the planet. Then again, aren’t all Disney movies? This movie is so special because it tugs at our heart strings. Who wouldn’t love a Dinosaur and his pet boy? Wait, did I just say pet boy? Yes, I said that right. Check out the bonus features here!