Escape to Witch Mountain 1975 Directed by John Hough Quick Synopsis... Two young extraterrestrial orphans with supernatural powers attempt to discover the truth about their mystery-shrouded past. Complications arise when they are made wards of a ruthless millionaire who wants to exploit their unusual powers. I like how the Disney+ synopsis gives away the twist … Continue reading A to Z Challenge – Escape to Witch Mountain
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A to Z Challenge – DuckTales the Movie: Treasure of the Lost Lamp
DuckTales the Movie: Treasure of the Lost Lamp 1990 Directed by Bob Hathcock Quick synopsis... Scrooge McDuck, everyone's favorite rich uncle, treks from his mansion home in Duckburg in search of the long-lost loot of the legendary thief Collie Baba, with nephews, Huey, Dewey, and Louie, plus niece Webigail Vanderquack at his side. A DuckTales movie? … Continue reading A to Z Challenge – DuckTales the Movie: Treasure of the Lost Lamp
A to Z Challenge – Coco
Coco 2017 Directed by Lee Unkrich Quick synopsis... In Disney/Pixar's extraordinary adventure, a boy who dreams of becoming a great musician embarks on a journey to uncover the mysteries behind his ancestors' stories and traditions. Before I watched this movie, I thought for sure that Coco was the name of the kid. The kid is … Continue reading A to Z Challenge – Coco
A to Z Challenge – The Black Cauldron
The Black Cauldron 1985 Directed by Ted Berman and Richard Rich Quick synopsis... When a fearsome warrior's quest for invincibility leads him to the Black Cauldron, he is challenged by the most unlikely adversary: a young assistant pig keeper named Taran. With a motley team of the Princess Eilonwy, a minstrel named Fflewddur Fflam and … Continue reading A to Z Challenge – The Black Cauldron
A to Z Challenge – Aladdin
Aladdin 1992 Directed by Ron Clements and John Musker Quick synopsis... Street-smart Aladdin and Princess Jasmine join forces to save the kingdom from the evil sorcerer Jafar. Along the way, Aladdin learns to believe in himself with help from a hilarious Genie... and three wishes that can change everything. I mean, really, is there anything … Continue reading A to Z Challenge – Aladdin
A to Z Challenge 2020 – Theme Reveal
Last year, T, over at No Love For Fatties, introduced me to the concept of the A to Z Challenge. The idea is that throughout the month of April, you follow a theme and work your way through the alphabet, posting each day except Sundays. April 1 is A, April 2 is B, and so … Continue reading A to Z Challenge 2020 – Theme Reveal
A to Z Challenge – Reflection
Sorry, kids... I meant to do this post yesterday. Actually, there's a lot I meant to do over the weekend that I just wound up putting off. Funny how that works... Yeah, my intention was to do this reflection thing yesterday, then get back into my regular schedule today. I was gonna watch Avengers and then … Continue reading A to Z Challenge – Reflection
A to Z Challenge – Zombieland
Zombieland 2009 Directed by Ruben Fleischer Quick Synopsis... Looking to survive in a world taken over by zombies, a dorky college student teams with an urban roughneck and two grifter sisters. But after making their way to an allegedly safe Los Angeles amusement park, the quartet learns that no place is safe. This movie is pretty … Continue reading A to Z Challenge – Zombieland
A to Z Challenge – Young Frankenstein
Young Frankenstein 1974 Directed by Mel Brooks Quick Synopsis... A laugh riot from beginning to end, this classic parody from director Mel Brooks stars Gene Wilder as Frederick Frankenstein, who detests his family history but ultimately can't resist the temptation to follow in his infamous grandfather's footsteps. Adding to the fun is a brilliant supporting cast … Continue reading A to Z Challenge – Young Frankenstein
A to Z Challenge – X-Men
X-Men 2000 Directed by Bryan Singer Quick Synopsis... Amid increasing fear and bigotry, Professor Charles Xavier (Patrick Stewart) provides a safe haven for powerful outcasts like Wolverine (Hugh Jackman), Rogue (Anna Paquin) and Storm (Halle Berry), who are genetically gifted mutants -- and the world's newest, most persecuted minority group. In an explosive battle for freedom … Continue reading A to Z Challenge – X-Men