Live-Action Beauty and the Beast

Ladies and gentleman, it seems that Disney has just announced on Disney Insider that Emma Watson will be playing Belle in their Live-Action Beauty and the Beast film. Woo! Let's all eat the gray stuff to celebrate!! Ah, but this blog post is not over just yet...

I love Emma Watson from playing Hermione Granger in Harry Potter to growing up into a young woman, making that phenomenal speech about gender equality. I think she could pull off the role and give a great performance of belle, although, I'm not that satisfied with that casting choice. 

I'm sure most of you are reading this and saying: "What do you mean you weren't Satisfied with Emma Watson being casted as Belle?? What's wrong with Emma, Danay?"

Well, I was discussing this film with one of my friends, Amy K., and told her about Emma being the chosen one and she stopped me. She wasn't satisfied with it either and that's when she brought up another actress who could be PERFECT for the role of Belle: Emmy Rossum

Emmy Rossum is a wonderful actress and, if Disney plans on making this a musical, she could sing as well! But mostly, I would choose her, appearance wise. I think her face is more rounder than Emma and I feel like, her eyes give off that Belle-like aura. But then, again, this is just my opinion. 

I still have faith in Emma Watson though. 

But you know what....we ARE talking about Beauty and the Beast here. Appearance shouldn't matter at all. It's about the actress within, right? Neither of these women are bad actresses and neither of them are ugly. They're both beautiful! Yet...I still think Emmy looks more like Belle. Just sayin'. 

Overall, I'm going to be real with you lovely people. Beauty and the Beast is my favorite Disney movie. It teaches us to find beauty within and not focus on one's physical appearance, and that's why I admire this wonderful tale. However, I wasn't exactly jumping for joy at the fact that they were making a live-action version. First, there was Maleficent, and now Cinderella, which comes out in March, and there's word of a Live-Action  Cruella De Vil  & a Jungle Book movie coming soon. Every thing is being turned into Live-Action, but I just want Disney to work on something new, whether it's live-action or not. 

Hmmm...perhaps, these Live-Action films are a way of stalling for their bigger and more original ideas to come. I just hope this film is worth filming and that Disney succeeds. We shall see.

 Tale as old as time, right? 

Disney's "Tomorrowland" Teaser Trailer

Logged onto Facebook today and my friend tagged me in a post from IGN for that had released the teaser trailer for Disney's film, Tomorrowland. Thus, I would love to share with those who follow my blog (and welcome newcomers). Here's the trailer below: 

                          

My review of the teaser trailer:  

I believe this "teaser" was done correctly, and giving us (the audience) a taste of what this film will be about, and exposing to us the mystery, adventure, and curiosity. It definitely grabbed my attention and I'm eager to see this movie. No...not because it's a Disney movie, but because it looks like an exciting and inventive one! Besides, I love her reaction when she picked up the pin and was in a different surrounding for those few seconds! Hilarious! 

How do you feel about this film? Feel free to give your opinion(s) below.

REVIEW: Once Upon A Time Season 4 (First Episode)

All right, everyone! I just finished watching the premiere of ABC's Once Upon A Time, and I'll get straight to the point...

The first episode made me tear up with excitement! It started off great (so far)! 

**SPOILERS AHEAD**

So, I was impressed that the show started out with showing Elsa and Anna's parents while they were on the ship during the storm. ABC definitely got to the point that there's going to be something new and different for the sisters, by having their mother write a message in a bottle before her and her husband's death at sea. Apparently, Elsa and Anna have to know "the truth" about something...(dun, dun, dunnnn!).

The Good: 

There were plenty of great small moments I enjoyed in this first episode. Some, were moments from the actual animated feature of Frozen, that was brought to life in OUAT. However, I will just mention my top three, starting with my third favorite moment.

#3 The Door Scene

There was a scene after Regina had saved Marian from Elsa's giant killing snow man and then she disappeared as Emma was trying to talk to her. Later, Emma show's up at Regina's home and knocks on her door, resembling the scene above. I thought it was clever for the director to film Emma as Anna outside of the door, trying to get Regina (as Elsa) to come out and talk. Just their positioning and the directing was great. Now, I have a feeling that Emma and Regina are going to go through somewhat of the same relationship and actions as Anna and Elsa did in the animated feature of Frozen. 

#2 The hat from Fantasia's The Sorcerer's Apprentice.

In other episodes during some seasons, there has been a glimpse of the hat here and there, but...are we FINALLY about to see it in action this season? What kind of magic does it have? Why does it seem so familiar to Rumple? When it appeared as a box, I couldn't figure out what it was until Rumple revealed it! My jaw completely dropped! I'm excited for this! 

#1 Tale As Old As Time

During this particular scene, I was a complete fan girl! Disney's Beauty and the Beast is my favorite Disney movie, and for the show to recreate the ballroom scene from the animated feature into this small moment, was magnificent! The moment Rumple, magically placed the beautiful yellow gown on Belle and he changed into Beast's blue outfit, I couldn't contain myself! And then when I realized the song that was playing on the record, I completely flipped out! I started tearing up with excitement! The first episode gets major bonus points because of this!! 

The Bad (Well...not THAT bad):

The only thing that bothered me really was...the actor who played Kristoff. I still have to observe his acting, but I'm just speaking on physical appearance; the face. He's not ugly...but for some reason...I just...I can't...ugh! I think he's got the build. Maybe it's the size of his head? I have to see Kristoff in action. He's like an itch I can't scratch. 

Overall:

Once Upon A Time started off with flying colors in my book. The actors who are portraying Anna and Elsa were quite spot on and the show is doing a great job of not drifting away from our beloved original characters (so far). Though, I will admit I'm still on the fence about our Frozen characters on the show. But, this is only the first episode. We still have a journey ahead of us. 

Therefore...let the storm rage on! 

What is your opinion of the first episode? Did you feel like it caught your attention or are you still unsure?

'Walt Before Mickey' Trailer

Enjoy the trailer everyone! For more information about the movie and cast, check out the website here: http://www.waltbeforemickey.com/

This trailer/movie looks very amateur, but honestly, I don't really care. I love Walt Disney and I'm interested in watching the movie.

Thoughts?

'Frozen' in ABC's Once Upon A Time

(Picture from OUAT's Facebook Page)

Okay, so I've been gone for a while but I'll make a comeback by posting about one of my favorite TV Show's: ABC's Once Upon A Time. Now, what you're about to read, is my opinion and you have the right to agree or disagree.  Also, I must warn that if you haven't caught up with the show, then, yes....there will be spoilers (minor), so continue on if you dare!

Last season, I was pretty stoked and excited to see that Elsa appeared out of the bottle, right at that moment, looking fabulous. However, after a while, a lot of hyped has developed, and I started processing the idea of Frozen and trying to understand how Elsa, Ana, and the other Frozen characters will tie in with the original cast and the story that we all ready have so far. Here's a quick recap: 

Emma Swan and Hook traveled back into the past when Regina was evil, however, Emma made an idiot move and brought back a woman from the past that Regina was supposed to kill. As they arrived in Storybrooke, in current time, it turns out the woman that Emma had saved, was Robin Hood's wife!! Regina and Robin Hood were falling in love but now that his wife is back, this ruined Regina's happy ending and by the way she looked, she was ready to turn evil again. 

 "You're just like you're mother."

Anyways, back to Frozen...

I love the movie, I do, I do! But I feel like Disney is pushing it a little too far now. You see, I feel like the show was a great way to bring older fairytale characters back into the light, and with all of the different plot twists, made them, and even the story, more phenomenal. I understand that adding these new characters to OUAT, is actually a smart move and will bring in more viewers due to how much Frozen had escalated. However, I can't seem to "let it go" because I fear that Frozen will take over the original characters and plot line and maybe cause the original story to drift. 

Due to my love for the show and how I enjoy the writing and creativity, I'll try to allow myself to keep an open mind because so far, the show hasn't disappointed me...yet. Sure, the show has it's flaws, but what show doesn't? Also, it's really great to see the Frozen characters come to life in Storybrooke, and I'm not going to complain about that. Let's just hope that, the results won't leave me with a frozen heart for the show.

How do you feel about the Frozen characters coming to life in Storybrooke? Is it too much? Do you think it will be a grand success? I'm eager to know what others think about this.

The Haunted Mansion Animated TV Special

Welcome, foolish mortals, to 'The Haunted Mansion' television special on Disney Channel and Disney XD Muahahahahaaa!!

According to The Hollywood Reporter, the Haunted Mansion special will animated by Gris Grimly, who is known for his horror genre art and his illustration for his book: Gris Grimly's Wicket Nursery Rhymes (You should absolutely take a look at his art on google! I think he's perfect for the job)!

 (Art by Gris Grimly)

 Scott Peterson (Phineas & Ferb), will be the writer, EP, and story editor, and Joshua Pruett (Phineas & Ferb) is the consulting producer and writer. 

Happy 59th Birthday Disneyland (Plans for the 60th)

Today, July 17th, 2014, is Disneyland's 59th Birthday!!! That means 59 years of happiness, dreams, magical moments, and inspiration and so much more! Thank you so much Walt Disney for creating such a magical place for the world to see and enjoy with their families! We are so thankful for you and your legacy! And since it is TBT (Throw Back Thursday), let us take a moment and enjoy the Disneyland Dedication Ceremony:

And of course, Disneyland is already making plans for their 60th Birthday, next year in Spring of 2015! Isn't that just dazzling? I haven't exactly found what the plans are going to be for the 60th aniversary, although, I'm sure they won't disappoint! However, Disney has released the Logo for the 60th anniversary: