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Not every beloved character starts out the same way, and this can indeed be said of Kylo Ren from the galaxy far, far away. Kylo Ren actor Adam Driver recently came forward about the villainous story arc Disney axed for his character. Some might not know that this original direction might have permanently altered the entirety of the studio’s Star ...

As hundreds of viewers curl up in front of their screens to watch their favorite holiday classics, one ’90s gem wasn’t quite the Christmas comedy it eventually became. Before they were getting slammed by Kevin in Home Alone, the Wet Bandits were almost the film’s source of emotional weight. Home Alone (1990) is one of the many icons of classic Christmas cinema, ...

What do Beauty and the Beast (1991), Aladdin (1992), The Lion King (1994), and Frozen all have in common? They were staples of Disney animation that earned billions at the box office. Right now, Disney has entered what some call its “Flop Era,” and Walt Disney Animation Studio is having a severe identity crisis. As Wish (2023) pushes things into more of a slow-burn territory, the studio’s ...

The Little Mermaid (1989) has been a pillar of Disney royalty for years; even the controversial remake with Halle Bailey has a fan following. That being said, Ariel wouldn’t be nearly the treasure she is without her iconic voice. Disney’s favorite redhead has been renowned for her golden pipes since Jodi Benson sang the first notes of the late Howard Ashman’s ...

A long time ago, in the year 1978, fans of the galaxy far, far away were introduced to a Star Wars event that would forever change the franchise’s lore. It was a creative decision so earth-shattering that many of those involved vowed never to speak of it again… until now. Tales of racist alien caricatures, phallic droids, and  “no underwear in ...

A trip to Walt Disney World is one of the most exciting vacations ever devised. So much prep and planning goes into action even before you’ve stepped foot on the resort. As magical and wonderful as Disney World is, there are a few rules and guidelines you should follow before taking on the parks. These rules are to ensure guests ...

During the construction of Disney’s Haunted Mansion, it was said that Walt Disney traveled around the world inviting ghosts and spirits to come live at his new haunted attraction. Though this was just a publicity stunt, the number of different characters in the mansion is incredibly astounding. According to the lore of the mansion, there are 999 happy haunts residing ...

The Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World is perhaps the most incredibly wonderful places on the planet. It’s one of the few places you can fly with Peter Pan, socialize with grim grinning ghosts, and see Mickey Mouse and all his friends outside of a movie screen. As fantastic as a trip to this magical place can be, it can ...

3. Single Rider Sweetness The only thing better than being a single guest at a Disney Park is being a single rider. The single rider line moves faster than you would imagine, occasionally even cutting one’s weight time in half. Even on rides like Big Thunder Mountain, Pirates of the Caribbean, Space Mountain, and even Test Track. On my previous ...

Visiting a Disney Park is always a fun and memorable trip. Whether it’s with family or friends, there is always fun to be had by everyone when Disney is in the mix. A great number of fans consider a trip to the parks to be the ultimate family vacation, but there are those fans, myself included, who believe the magic ...