'Thor: Ragnarok' is one of my favorite Marvel films in quite a while and this Blu-ray release does the source material justice.
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Theater Review (San Antonio): Texas Premiere of ‘The Hunchback of Notre Dame’
The Playhouse starts its 2017-18 season off on a high note with a splendid production of Disney’s musical adaptation of the Victor Hugo classic.
Read More »‘Star Wars’ Goes Pokémon on You
From September 1-3, the force will be at over 20,000 retailers in 30 countries as the Disney Company introduces new 'Star Wars' characters using augmented reality (AR). Disney will use this technology in an event they are calling Force Friday II to launch a new product line and generate excitement for the premier of 'Star Wars: The Last Jedi' which will open in U.S. theaters on December 15, 2017.
Read More »Movie Review: ‘Cars 3’
The 'Cars' film series joins 'Toy Story' in Disney/Pixar's trilogy club as this installment draws upon the first installment's nostalgic tone and characters including Paul Newman's posthumous performance as Lightning McQueen's mentor Doc Hudson.
Read More »Theater Review (San Antonio): Dual Language ‘Aladdin’ at the Roxie Theatre
The dual-language version of the Disney musical is ideal viewing for kids of all ages.
Read More »Movie Review: ‘Moana’ – Ride Yet Another Amazing Disney Animated Wave
Walt Disney Animation Studios' latest work merges myth with strong story and memorable music where an island princess and demigod team up to save civilization.
Read More »Blu-ray/DVD review: ‘The Jungle Book’
Strong technical talents anchor a strong adapted story (sans some musical numbers) and a well cast voice cast where the realistic talking animals take center stage among exotic settings.
Read More »Home Video 2016 Gift Guide
The home video offerings are plentiful this holiday season including special version and gift set releases.
Read More »Movie Review: ‘Pete’s Dragon’ Soars to Great Heights
A film that celebrates families, promotes appreciation of nature’s beauty, and reminds us that all creatures – even enormous green dragons – are deserving of respect and dignity.
Read More »Theater Review (San Antonio): Disney’s ‘The Little Mermaid’ at the Woodlawn Theatre
Though hamstrung by too many songs and some cartoonish performances, the Disney musical benefits from a gorgeous-looking production at the Woodlawn Theatre.
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