Movies & Entertainment
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Jan- 2023 -27 January
Fans Accuse Company Of Whitewashing Disney Character
In 2009, Disney released a new animated film, introducing the world to its first black princess. That princess was Tiana and the movie was The Princess and the Frog. What's more, Tiana's prince — Naveen — was also a minority, with characters who were primarily of color. It was the first Disney movie since Pocahontas to have a primarily black cast, and the first original Disney movie to
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26 January
The Most Popular Show on Disney+ Isn’t a Disney Show
In November 2019, The Walt Disney Company launched its very own streaming platform — Disney+. In that short time, the streamer has amassed nearly 200 million subscribers. Since the beginning, Disney executives have been honest that Disney+ would not see a profit until 2024, and the company is still on track to meet that goal. Experts have said that Disney+ is hemorrhaging too much money and
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25 January
‘Encanto’ Show Is Returning to Disney!
In 2021, Disney introduced us to the Madrigal family, and we learned why we don’t talk about Bruno. Encanto shot to the top of the charts and has remained there, not only for its incredible story and diverse cast, but also for its amazing and memorable music. “We Don't Talk About Bruno” set Disney records and is now one of the top Disney songs of all time. The success of Encanto was celebrated at
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25 January
Report: Pixar Gets First Broadway Show!
It appears that Pixar Animation Studios will have one of its movies turned into a broadway show, becoming the latest Disney franchise to be adapted as a stage musical. The Walt Disney Company has already delivered a series of broadway hits adapted from its animated classics. Starting with Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, the list of Disney Broadway shows has grown to include The Lion King, The Littl
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25 January
Will Smith Confirmed as Genie in ‘Aladdin’ Sequel After Controversial Oscars Slap
In 2019, Walt Disney Studios released its latest animated-turned-live-action film, Aladdin. The film starred Mena Massoud as Aladdin, Naomi Scott as Jasmine, Marwan Kenzari as Jafar, and Will Smith as the Genie. Smith’s casting was a controversial choice, as Aladdin fans were worried that Smith wouldn’t be able to embrace the Genie as well as Robin Williams had. Williams voiced the Genie in the or
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24 January
Disney Actress Makes Record-Breaking History
The actress Zoe Saldaña is known for her motion-capture acting prowess as the Na'vi character Neytiri in the Avatar films (including the new Avatar sequel), the feisty alien warrior Gamora in the Avengers and Guardians of the Galaxy movies from Marvel, her role as the capable Lieutenant Uhura in the Star Trek franchise, and her swoon-worthy real-life romance. Now, Zoe Saldaña's years of hard work
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23 January
Does Disney Own One Too Many Properties? Report Says Company Hurting Itself
Disney fans who are unhappy with the Walt Disney Company might feel validated by this recent article, which argues the Mouse House is “dangerous,” and “hurting itself.” The Walt Disney Company is an unparalleled media giant in many ways. The Mouse House is a pioneer in the Theme Park sector with its two massive Disney Resorts—the Walt Disney World Resort and the Disneyland
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23 January
‘Pinocchio’ Receives Nominations No Movie Wants
Back in September 2022, Disney released its newest live-action remake, Pinocchio. The film was just the latest in a string of live-action remakes that have been released by Disney in recent years. Some of the remakes — like Aladdin, Beauty and the Beast, and Cinderella — have been well-received by somewhat skeptical audiences. Unfortunately, Pinocchio was not one of those movies. Disne
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21 January
A Brand-New Ariel Is Coming to Walt Disney World!
In less than five months, Disney’s newest live-action remake will premiere in theaters around the world. The Little Mermaid will tell the classic tale of Ariel and her desire to join the human world. However, the story will not be the one we all know. As with most live-action remakes, this story will have more depth, details, and twists. The biggest change will most likely come in the form of Prin
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19 January
Disney Celebrates the Upcoming Opening of TRON in This Unique Way
TRON's upcoming opening has Disney fans on the edge of their seats for the long-awaited debut of the roller coaster; it seems like Disney is celebrating this opening in what might be an unexpected way, but one that many Disney fans will appreciate nonetheless! The TRON franchise has seen many starts and stops with Disney, whether with the construction and opening of the TRON Lightcycle Run roller
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