Valiant 2005 Directed by Gary Chapman Quick synopsis... The whole world is looking for a hero, and it's up to a little pigeon named Valiant to bravely step up. Valiant and his friends take to the sky on a wing and a prayer to prove it's not your wingspan but the size of your spirit that … Continue reading A to Z Challenge – Valiant
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A to Z Challenge – Up
Up 2009 Directed by Pete Docter and Bob Peterson Quick synopsis... Retired balloon salesman Carl Fredricksen, part rascal and part dreamer, takes to the sky by tying thousands of balloons to his house. Unbeknownst to Carl, a young Wilderness Explorer named Russell becomes an unexpected stowaway on the journey they never expected. The first 10 … Continue reading A to Z Challenge – Up
A to Z Challenge – Tangled
Tangled 2010 Directed by Nathan Greno Quick synopsis... When the kingdom's most wanted bandit is taken hostage by Rapunzel--a teen with 70 feet of golden hair who's looking to escape the tower where she's been locked away for years--the unlikely duo sets off on a hair-raising escapade. I love this movie. I know... being on this … Continue reading A to Z Challenge – Tangled
A to Z Challenge – Saving Mr. Banks
Saving Mr. Banks 2013 Directed by John Lee Hancock Quick synopsis... Tom Hanks and Emma Thompson bring to life the untold story behind Walt Disney's 20-year effort to transform the beloved book "Mary Poppins" into one of the most treasured movie classics of all time. This really is an interesting movie for me. There's so … Continue reading A to Z Challenge – Saving Mr. Banks
A to Z Challenge – Return to Oz
Return to Oz 1985 Directed by Walter Murch Quick synopsis... Dorothy finds that her old friends have been turned to stone and that urban blight has struck the Emerald City. Assisted by new friends, Dorothy battles the wicked Princess Mombi and the evil Nome King to save her friends and restore the beloved Emerald City. Kids, this … Continue reading A to Z Challenge – Return to Oz
A to Z Challenge – Queen of Katwe
Queen of Katwe 2016 Directed by Mira Nair Quick synopsis... In the celebration of the human spirit, a Ugandan girl's life changes forever when she discovers she has an amazing talent for chess. It's 2011 in Kampala, Uganda. A girl is sitting down to play chess against an older opponent. But wait... that's not really when … Continue reading A to Z Challenge – Queen of Katwe
A to Z Challenge – The Parent Trap
The Parent Trap 1961 Directed by David Swift Quick synopsis... Susan and Sharon are identical twins separated at birth. Neither knows the other exists until a simple twist of fate finds them at the same summer camp, where they switch places in hopes of getting their divorced parents back together. Yes, I do believe this … Continue reading A to Z Challenge – The Parent Trap
A to Z Challenge – Newsies
Newsies 1992 Directed by Kenny Ortega Quick synopsis... In 1899, a courageous group of New York City newsboys became unlikely heroes when they team up to fight an unscrupulous newspaper tycoon. I'm a little surprised that I've never seen this before. I love musicals. I love Disney. I'm basically a '90s kid. How have I … Continue reading A to Z Challenge – Newsies
A to Z Challenge – Moana
Moana 2016 Directed by Ron Clements and John Musker Quick synopsis... Moana sets sail on a daring adventure to save her people. Along the way, she meets the mighty demigod Maui--together they cross the ocean on a fun-filled, action packed voyage. Did you notice that this was directed by the same guys that did yesterday's movie? … Continue reading A to Z Challenge – Moana
A to Z Challenge – The Little Mermaid
The Little Mermaid 1989 Directed by Ron Clements and John Musker Quick synopsis... Ariel, the fun-loving and mischievous mermaid, is enchanted with all things human. Disregarding her father's order to stay away from the world above the sea, she strikes a bargain with a devious sea witch to trade her beautiful voice for legs. But can … Continue reading A to Z Challenge – The Little Mermaid
The Confusing Middle 