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Monoreel Radio
A weekly podcast dedicated to the Disney movie canon. Each week, we deep dive into a different film to determine if the classics hold up, and if the new releases compare.
Episodes
Monoreel RadioMonoreel Radio Episode #350 - Under Wraps 2
This week, we review and discuss "Under Wraps 2". Is this sequel a seamless continuation of the original story? How have our characters grown? Should this be a…
Monoreel RadioMonoreel Radio Episode #349 - Under Wraps (2021)
This week we kick off our Halloween block with a review of 2021's "Under Wraps". Why haven't we reviewed the original one yet? What film does this remind us…
Monoreel RadioMonoreel Radio Episode #348 - The Big Green
This week we celebrate the 30th anniversary of "The Big Green". In the era of mid-90s kids’ sports team centric movies, is this a stand out? Does Disney…
Monoreel RadioMonoreel Radio Episode #347 - The Hot Chick
This week, we review and discuss 2002's "The Hot Chick". What is our history with this film? Has it aged well? What do we think of Rachel McAdams movie debut?…
Monoreel RadioMonoreel Radio Dockside Chat #40 - EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival Kickoff and HHN 34 Recap
On our all new Dockside Chat, we take you along for a day at EPCOT's International Food and Wine Festival. We also recap Universal’s Halloween Horror Nights…
Monoreel RadioMonoreel Radio Episode #346 - Bedtime Stories
This week we review and discuss 2008's "Bedtime Stories". How does this star-studded cast work as an ensemble? How does this film age over the years? Is the…
Monoreel RadioMonoreel Radio Episode #345 - The Waterboy
This week, we kick off the start of the college football season with a review of "The Waterboy". Is this a timeless sports film? Does this plot make sense? Is…
Monoreel RadioMonoreel Radio Dockside Chat #39 - Goodbye Summer, Hello Fall, and Destination D23 Reactions
This month, we wrap up all things Summer at Walt Disney World! Dialing it back, we recap our Flavor of Florida finale, the news shows that premiered at…
Monoreel RadioMonoreel Radio Episode #344 - Pollyanna
This week, we review and discuss "Pollyanna". This film recently celebrated its 65th anniversary, but is it a timeless classic? Is this the best film Hailey…
Monoreel RadioMonoreel Radio Episode #343 - Spaced Invaders
This week, we review and discuss "Spaced Invaders". This film celebrated its 35th anniversary earlier this year, but is it a product of its time? Who is in…
Monoreel RadioMonoreel Radio Episode #342 - DuckTales the Movie: Treasure Of The Lost Lamp
This week, we celebrate the 35th anniversary of “DuckTales the Movie: Treasure of the Lost Lamp". How was this film innovative? Are these characters timeless?…
Monoreel RadioMonoreel Radio Episode #341 - Coyote Ugly
This week we review and discuss "Coyote Ugly". This film is celebrating its 25th anniversary, but does it feel dated? How realistic are these scenarios? Do the…
Monoreel RadioMonoreel Radio Episode #340 - Operation Dumbo Drop
This week we celebrate the 30th anniversary of "Operation Dumbo Drop". Based on a true story, what are the events that inspired this film, and how much liberty…
Monoreel RadioMonoreel Radio Episode #339 - Snow White (2025)
This week we review and discuss the live action remake of "Snow White". Does Disney accomplish their goal of making this a modern story? How do we feel about…
Monoreel RadioMonoreel Radio Episode #338 - Zombies 4: Dawn Of The Vampires
This week we review and discuss "Zombies 4: Dawn Of The Vampires". How is this film different from the previous installments? Is this the best soundtrack?…
Monoreel RadioMonoreel Radio Dockside Chat #38 - Flavors of Florida, Disney's Boardwalk Resort, Elio, and Lorcana
This month, we’ve got the recorder with us as we enjoy the Flavors of Florida food and beverage offerings at Disney Springs. We also discuss an evening at…
Monoreel RadioMonoreel Radio Episode #337 - Disney's The Kid
This week we celebrate the 25th anniversary of "Disney's The Kid". Why is the company name part of the title of this film? How did Bruce Willis end up with a…
Monoreel RadioMonoreel Radio Episode #336 - Captain America: Brave New World
This week we review and discuss "Captain America: Brave New World". What storylines does this film pick up? How do we feel about the Thaddeus Ross recast? Do…
Monoreel RadioMonoreel Radio Episode #335 - Gone in 60 Seconds
This week we review and discuss "Gone in 60 Seconds". This movie recently celebrated its 25th anniversary, but is it timeless? How does it compare to other…
Monoreel RadioMonoreel Radio Episode #334 - Fantasia 2000
This week we review and discuss "Fantasia 2000" as it celebrates its 25th anniversary. How long was this project being kicked around for? How much recycled…
Monoreel RadioMonoreel Radio Dockside Chat #37 - MuppetVision 3D Closes, Epic Universe Opens, and dining around Walt Disney World
This month, we discuss the final day of MuppetVision 3D and what the future may hold for the Muppets at Walt Disney World. We also recap some Disney dining…
Monoreel RadioMonoreel Radio Episode #333 - Dogma
This week we review and discuss 1999's "Dogma". Why is this movie back in theaters now? What is it’s connection to Disney? Is it still a controversial film?…
Monoreel RadioMonoreel Radio Episode #332 - Shanghai Knights
This week we review and discuss 2003's "Shanghai Knights". How does this film compare to it’s predecessor? Are the sets and landscapes as impressive as the…
Monoreel RadioMonoreel Radio Episode #331 - Shanghai Noon
This week we celebrate the 25th anniversary of "Shanghai Noon". Which popular film franchise is this movie piggy-backing off of? Does its "modern feel" now…
Monoreel RadioMonoreel Radio Dockside Chat #36 - Snacking around EPCOT's Flower and Garden Festival, Abu Dhabi, and dining at Walt Disney World
It is a foodie themed Dockside Chat this month, as we take you on a journey snacking around EPCOT for the International Flower and Garden Fesitval. We also…
Monoreel RadioMonoreel Radio Episode #330 - Dinosaur
This week we review and discuss "Dinosaur". This film is celebrating its 25th anniversary, but is it a timeless classic? How does it tie in to the…
Monoreel RadioMonoreel Radio Episode #329 - Black Widow
This week we review and discuss "Black Widow" as we get ready for “Thunderbolts*”. What controversy surrounds this film? Does it have rewatchability? Where…
Monoreel RadioMonoreel Radio Episode #328 - Moana 2
This week, we review and discuss "Moana 2". What was the original plan for this story? How does the music compare to the first following the departure of…
Monoreel RadioMonoreel Radio Episode #327 - While You Were Sleeping
This week we celebrate the 30th anniversary of "While You Were Sleeping". Is this film a product of its time? How did we feel about this ensemble cast? Is this…
Monoreel RadioMonoreel Radio Dockside Chat #35 - Springtime Surprise 2025 and one last trip to Mardi Gras
This month, we discuss the runDisney Springtime Surprise Weekend. We also discuss one last trip to Mardi Gras at Universal Studios, a new dining experience for…
Monoreel RadioMonoreel Radio Episode #326 - Jefferson In Paris
This week we celebrate the 30th anniversary of "Jefferson In Paris". Why was this film a risk for Disney? Who surprises us in this star studded cast? How does…
Monoreel RadioMonoreel Radio Episode #325 - Tall Tale
This week we celebrate the 30th anniversary of "Tall Tale". What is the tale of Sean’s childhood history with this movie? Is this film a hidden gem? Why did it…
Monoreel RadioMonoreel Radio Episode #324 - Pretty Woman
This week we celebrate the 35th anniversary of Touchstone Picture's "Pretty Woman". How many times did Julia Roberts have to audition for this role? Who was…
Monoreel RadioMonoreel Radio Episode #323 - High Fidelity
This week we review and discuss, "High Fidelity". This film is celebrating its 25th anniversary, but is it timeless? How do we feel about Rob’s character as a…
Monoreel RadioMonoreel Radio Dockside Chat #34 - Mardi Gras, iFARTS, and St Paddy's Day at Raglan Road
This month we discuss EPCOT's International Festival of The Arts, Universal Mardi Gras, cheering on for the runDisney Princess Weekend, and finally a live…
Monoreel RadioMonoreel Radio Episode #322 - Cinderella (1997)
This week we review and discuss 1997's "Cinderella"". Is this film timeless? Does it feel like something out of the 90s? How does it compare to the other…
Monoreel RadioMonoreel Radio Episode #321 - Man Of The House
This week we celebrate the 30th Anniversary of "Man Of The House". This film has an ensemble cast, but were they all the top choices? Is this the right vehicle…
Monoreel RadioMonoreel Radio Episode #320 - Unidentified Flying Oddball
This week we wrap up "What The February" with a discussion of "Unidentified Flying Oddball". What book was this adapted from and why change the name? What…
Monoreel RadioMonoreel Radio Dockside Chat #33 - Snacking around Disney Spring, enjoying the resorts, and the Daytona 500
This month, we got to spend some time at the resorts, and recap our dining experience at both the Polynesian and Port Orleans. We also discuss attending our…
Monoreel RadioMonoreel Radio Episode #319 - Can Of Worms
This week we review 1999's "Can Of Worms". Is this the terrible film we’re expecting, or is it a hidden gem? Which 90s team rom-com are we surprisingly…
Monoreel RadioMonoreel Radio Episode #318 - The New Mutants
This week kicks off "What The February" 2025 with a discussion of 2020's "The New Mutants". Does this feel like a genre film more than a part of the MCU? How…
Monoreel RadioMonoreel Radio Episode #317 - Out Of My Mind
This week we review and discuss 2024's "Out of My Mind". Are we surprised by the inner monologue?Should this film have had a theatrical run? Is this Disney’s…
Monoreel RadioMonoreel Radio Episode #316 - Deadpool and Wolverine
This week we discuss "Deadpool and Wolverine". Are there too many fourth wall breaks? Does this do a service to Logan? Do we want more from this pair? All of…
Monoreel RadioMonoreel Radio Dockside Chat #32 - runDisney Marathon Weekend 2025 and Concluding the Holidays in Orlando
This month we discuss the conclusion of the holiday season at Walt Disney World, and have a lengthy conversation about runDisney's Marathon Weekend 2025. We…
Monoreel RadioMonoreel Radio Episode #315 - Inside Out 2
This week, we begin to recap last years theatrical releases, starting with "Inside Out 2". Is this a seamless transition from the first film? How have our…
Monoreel RadioMonoreel Radio Episode #314 - Houseguest
This week we celebrate the 30th anniversary of "Houseguest". What’s with the McDonalds obsession? How much of this film is ad-lib? Was this film a success for…
Monoreel RadioMonoreel Radio Episode #313 - 2024 Year In Review
This week, we bring you our annual Year In Review from Everglazed at Disney Springs. What is our favorite release from 2024? Did we find any hidden gems this…
Monoreel RadioMonoreel Radio Episode #312 - Mickey's Once Upon A Christmas
This week we review and discuss 1999's "Mickey's Once Upon A Christmas". Is this anthology film an instant classic? How are these characters different from how…
Monoreel RadioMonoreel Radio Dockside Chat #31 - Holiday Magic at Walt Disney World, Universal Studios, and SeaWorld
This month we recap a busy time of the year in the most magical place on Earth! We discuss celebrating the holidays at Walt Disney World, Universal Studios…
Monoreel RadioMonoreel Radio Episode #311 - Dashing Through The Snow
This week we review and discuss 2023's "Dashing Through The Snow". Is this an instant holiday classic? How does this Santa suit compare to other film versions?…
Monoreel RadioMonoreel Radio Episode #310 - Godmothered
This week we review and discuss 2020's "Godmothered". Is this film too much like another Disney movie? Do we consider this a Christmas film? Do we want to see…
Monoreel RadioMonoreel Radio Episode #309 - Old Dogs
This week we celebrate the 15th anniversary of "Old Dogs". Which film did we think we were watching? What was the original distribution plan? Would Disney…
Monoreel RadioMonoreel Radio Dockside Chat #30 - Cruising like Royals, runDisney's first weekend, Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party, and the Wicked Experience
This month we discuss cruising on Royal Carribean's Utopia of The Seas, the runDisney Wine and Dine Half Marathon Weekend, Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party…
Monoreel RadioMonoreel Radio Episode #308 - Oz The Great and Powerful
This week we review and discuss "Oz The Great and Powerful". How deep does Disney’s history with Oz actually go? Do we enjoy this origin story for The Wizard?…
Monoreel RadioMonoreel Radio Episode #307 - Big Hero 6
This week we celebrate the 10th anniversary of "Big Hero 6". Is animation the right route for a Marvel franchise? Has the film stood the test of time? Do we…
Monoreel RadioMonoreel Radio Episode #306 - My Date With The President's Daughter
This week we review and discuss 1998's "My Date With The President's Daughter". Who was this film clearly inspired by? How did we feel about the casting? Has…
Monoreel RadioMonoreel Radio Episode #305 - Maleficent: Mistress of Evil
This week we celebrate the 5th anniversary of "Maleficent Mistress of Evil". How is this different from the first film? Have the VFX improved? Do we like where…
Monoreel RadioMonoreel Radio Dockside Chat #29 - Tasting our way around EPCOT, HHN, and Howl-O-Scream at SeaWorld
This month we taste our way around the EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival, give our final Halloween Horror Night house rankings, and enjoy…
Monoreel RadioMonoreel Radio Episode #304 - Ed Wood
This week we review and discuss "Ed Wood" as it celebrates its 30th anniversary. Who did Johnny Depp use as motivation for his character? What makes this one…
Monoreel RadioMonoreel Radio Episode #303 - The Sixth Sense
This week, we celebrate the 25th anniversary of "The Sixth Sense". Wait… it’s a Disney movie? How did they come to acquire this film? What do we think about…