DISNEY'S LIVE ACTION BEAUTY AND THE BEAST MOVIE REVIEW #137

Disney's live action remake of the animated 1991 feature Beauty and the Beast.

We have been waiting to go and see the newest version of taking animated Disney films and turning them into live action films., Thus far Maleficent, Cinderella and The Jungle book have been done really well and we have enjoyed them.

So we decided to see Beauty and the Beast today, not a full theater, in fact there was a total of 6 people including us, It started off with a different twist, with a female voice narrating the story, but the we see Belle (Emma Watson) walking out the front door singing "Little Town". But instead of her home being a farm, it seemed to be in the village as she made her way to the book store.  I am not sure that they should of left out that she was returning the book she borrowed yesterday to get another book , like in the animated version, The shop keeper lets her keep her favorite book, They left that out. Gaston (Luke Evans) acts his part out very well. The make up department did a great job on Maurice (Kevin Kline), Belle's Father and Beast (Dan Stevens).  LeFou (Josh Gad) and the rest of the cast did a really good job. But the story was changed in ways that lost me, as I thought Gaston like antlers in all of his decorating, but not his chair.

1991 Animated version

This is just my opinion, I know they changed scenes and stories in the past remakes. But I did not like this version, as it actually put me to sleep. I've never fallen asleep in a Disney movie before.

I did like the way they animated Mrs. Potts (Emma Thompson) Lumiere (Ewan McGregor) and Cogsworth  (Ian McKellen) and the dusters and so on. The "Be Our Guest" scene was just a little over the top, Yes I could imagine it must of been hard to get that scene to look good.  It had a different ending, but I actually liked it.

They should of kept Monsieur D'Arque in the movie.

On a "E" Ticket scale of one to ten, this film gets a,

• A = 1
• A+ = 2
• B = 3
• B+ =4
• C = 5
• C+ = 6
• D = 7
• D+ = 8
• E= 9 
• E+= 10

D+ 8 For great special effects and great music, Thank you Alan Menken.

Would I go back to the theaters and watch it again, probably not. But I will buy it on DVD when it comes out.

*please note: not all of us here at E Ticket have the same opinions. I personally loved Audra Mcdonald as The Wardrobe and Stanley Tucci as Cadenza were brilliant as well. I would give it an E, as I felt the dinner scene was wayyyyy too busy and over the top. CW

MARVELS GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY VOL. 2 A DISNEY PARKS BLOG EVENT A SNEAK PEEK VIEWING #135

 

This past Thursday, we were invited along with 198 other lucky people, to see a special Sneak Peek showing on Marvel's second movie " Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2"
A fun filled night which included a Q & A, with one of the actors. Sean Gunn, He was on-set Rocket, and was the character Kraglin.
Sean Gunn would be on stage outside in Downtown Disney, talking about the movie. After the showing
Before we went into the movie theater, we were given a special lanyard with a Guardians of the Galaxy Vol 2 Soundtrack CD.

 We also received two coupons each for Free Popcorn and a Drink.

 

Now for the review, This movie gets  Two Mickey Mouse Thumbs. Way up for action.
The movie was in 3D.
The second version is about family, there is more comedy and Action in this movie. You won't want to miss this, especially if you are a Marvel fan.
I will not spill any spoilers, but you Must look for the Easter Egg's in this movie.
This 2nd version has many new characters, and Quill finds his father.

That is all I will say about the movie.

A Must See  space Adventure with a rocking 70's groove.

After the movie, we got our phones back so that there was No recording allowed in the movie we went out to the Downtown Disney Stage in front of the theater and saw our favorite DJ Wendy Walker, with MC Aaron. This is where they interviewed Sean Gunn. He talked about his roles,and how the movie was made.

Guests were allowed to dress up as their favorite characters. I saw a few Rocket (Racoons) a couple of Gamora look a likes and Peter Quill/ Star Lord.
There was a couple who were nice enough to let me get a picture of them. Brooke and Americo.

 

I would also like to thank the DisneyParks Blog Staff, Erin Glover, CW and DJ.
The movie starts in theaters on May 5th.
The main actors are Chris Pratt, Zoe Saldana, Dave Bautista, Vin Diesel, Bradley Cooper and Kurt Russell.

 

We want to thank the Disney Parks Blog for this Great event.

You can watch the video's on my ETickettoTomorrowland/Facebook page

 

MOVIE REVIEW: 2016 PETE'S DRAGON #84

No! Not that one...

Yes This one, That is better.
Yesterday I finally decided to go see this new version of  Pete's Dragon, I have been putting it off after the 1st experience of the 1977 version.
I was hoping it wasn't a musical.
I was Not a fan of that movie.
This new version is not a sequel, Much better. The animation was unbelievable as Elliot looked like a real animal, he blended in great with the live actors.
we had bumped into old friends in theaters before we saw it. They said it is a tear jerker.
Yes Michelle and Brandon were correct. In Disney style, they get you coming and going. So if you go to see this movie, be sure to bring napkins to wipe your eyes.
This movie keeps you interested in it (No Singing) lol.
There was a family next to us, who had 3 children and I could see them smiling. They weren't trying to run around or no crying.
Robert Redford and the other cast did a really good job.
I wont give away the plot, The only thing I will say is that Pete is an Orphan, and this kind loving green furry dragon takes him in.
Pete is discovered and brought to a hospital to check him out, He escapes and the woman who finds him, takes him in.
This is pretty much the only thing I can see that is like the 1977 Version.
Pete wants to return to the forrest where Elliot lives.

There is one thing I don't understand, What happened to Elliot's Fang Tooth, as you can see it is badly chipped off and there is a scar on his muzzle on the same side of his face.
Maybe they will make a prequel.
All in all this is a Great new take on Pete's Dragon. I cannot wait until it comes out on DVD so I can add it to my collection.
Oh One more thing. Disneyland will be getting the Main Street Electrical parade back soon. I wonder if they will upgrade Elliot and Pete.

Now I am glad my wife got me to go see this movie. I give it a 6 on a scale of 1-6 Dragons.....
Go see it!