I can’t believe it’s almost been 25 years since the movie Who Framed Roger Rabbit was released. It was funny, it was edgy, and some people would argue that it spurred a renewed interest in animated films. Despite all of the accolades, there’s one legacy from that film that really interests me: “Bump the Lamp.”…
Last week I talked about how Robert Zemeckis has changed to all digital films like Mars Needs Moms since Who Framed Roger Rabbit? I thought it would be appropriate to discuss the greatness of that film, to show how much things have changed. If you are not familiar with Roger Rabbit, you should stop reading…
My kids love Disney animated movies. They grew up on them and continue to watch them over and over. For children with autism they need predictability and familiarity. It’s had for them to process something new, so they look for what they know. Having watched many of the Disney movies has helped my son and…
I am not a huge fan of motion capture films. I just want that to be pointed out so you know what my biases were as I went to see Mars Needs Moms, the latest effort from Image Movers Digital released by Walt Disney Pictures. It’s only fair. Robert Zemeckis is a brilliant filmmaker, having…
Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The moment you step through the gates you just feel like you’re in Hollywood. From the music to the citizens of Hollywood running around, it’s the closest thing I can think of to actually being there. It’s a great park for teens because of the thrill rides, shows, and stunts you’ll see…
When the weather starts getting cold and Thanksgiving is in the rear view mirror, I start planning for Christmas films. Don’t get me wrong, before then I do my shopping and break out the music, but the movies don’t start until Black Friday. This year, I returned home from Thanksgiving and popped in Disney’s big…
