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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
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Monoreel Radio Episode #103 - Treasure Planet
This week, we review and discuss "Treasure Planet". How does it compare to the other incarnations of "Treasure Island"? Should it be remade? All of that and…
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Monoreel Radio Episode #102 - Muppet Treasure Island
This week, we continue our discussion of Disney's adaptations of the classic Robert Louis Stevenson novel and discuss "Muppet Treasure Island". How does it…
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Monoreel Radio Episode #101 - Treasure Island (1950)
This week, we review and discuss 1950's "Treasure Island". This adaptation of the classic novel just turned 70 years old, but does it feel it's age? How does…
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Monoreel Radio Episode #100 - The 5 Movies We Want To Show Walt Disney
This week, we celebrate our 100th episode by counting down the top five movies that we’d want to show Walt Disney, joined by special guests Brendan and…
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Monoreel Radio Episode #99 - The Cat From Outer Space
This week, we played Disney Plus roulette and landed on 1978's "The Cat From Outer Space" Was the movie dated by the time it was released? Should it be remade?…
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Monoreel Radio Episode #98 - Ant-Man and The Wasp
This week, we review and discuss 2018's "Ant-man and The Wasp". How does it compare to the original? Does this film have the same feel as the first? All of…
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Monoreel Radio Episode #97 - Ant-Man
This week, we celebrate the 5th Anniversary of Marvel's "Ant-Man". What makes this movie so unique to the MCU? How long was it in development? Does it work as…
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Monoreel Radio Bonus Episode: Hamilton
This week, we have a quick discussion of the film adaptation of "Hamilton". What makes this show so unique? How historically accurate is it? Is the show…
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Monoreel Radio Episode #96 - The Prince and the Pauper
This week, we played roulette on Disney Plus and landed on 1990's "The Prince and The Pauper". This is a 25 minute retelling of a classic Mark Twain book, but…
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Monoreel Radio Episode #95 - Heavyweights
This week, our BUDDY Luke Lawson joins us as we review and discuss 1995's "Heavyweights". Why is this movie so significant to us and our guest? What was our…
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Monoreel Radio Episode #94 - Teen Beach 2
We're going back to the future... we mean back to the beach... This week we review and discuss 2015's "Teen Beach 2". Does it have the charm of the first Teen…
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Monoreel Radio Episode #93 - Teen Beach Movie
This week, we ride the wave out of present day and into the world of a 1960's beach musical. 2013's "Teen Beach Movie" pays homage to a long forgotten genre of…
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Monoreel Radio Bonus Episode: A Discussion of Disney+’s Prop Culture with host Dan Lanigan
This week, Dan Lanigan, host and producer of "Prop Culture" on Disney Plus joins us to discuss his collection, a peak behind the curtain of Prop Culture, and…
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Monoreel Radio Episode #92 - Summer Magic
This week, Lou Mongello from WDW Radio joins us to discuss 1963's "Summer Magic". This Haley Mills and Burl Ives film gifted us with timeless songs such as…
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Monoreel Radio Episode #91 - Black Panther
This week we played roulette on Disney Plus and landed on 2018's "Black Panther". Nominated for a "Best Picture" Oscar, this film is groundbreaking, but what…
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Monoreel Radio Episode #90 - Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End
Slap me thrice and hand me to my mama! This week, we review and discuss the epic finale to the original Pirates of the Caribbean trilogy, 2007's "At World's…
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Monoreel Radio Episode #89 - Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest
This week, we review and discuss 2006's "Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest", the first of two sequels shot back to back over the course of 200 days…
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Monoreel Radio Episode #88 - Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of The Black Pearl
Yo ho! This week, we review and discuss 2003's "Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of The Black Pearl", a film that kicked off a new dynasty and was also a…
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Monoreel Radio Episode #87 - Don't Look Under The Bed
This week, we played Monoreel Radio Roulette on Disney+ and landed on 1999's "Don't Look Under The Bed". This Disney Channel Original movie was criticized for…
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Monoreel Radio Episode #86 - Robin Hood
Oo-de-lally! This week we discuss 1973's "Robin Hood". This film has become a classic, however it was not given positive reviews upon it’s initial release. Why…
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Monoreel Radio Episode #85 - Bedknobs and Broomsticks
This week, we review and discuss "Bedknobs and Broomsticks". This listener requested classic seems to have quite a few parallels to "Mary Poppins", but why is…
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Monoreel Radio Episode #84 - James and the Giant Peach
His name is James, and this week we discuss his story. This week marks the 24th anniversary of "James and the Giant Peach", a film produced by Tim Burton…
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Monoreel Radio Episode #83 - Newsies
Its about time we seize the day and discuss this cult classic. This week, Newsies celebrates it's 28th anniversary. This movie may have been a springboard for…
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Monoreel Radio Episode #82 - Escape To Witch Mountain (1975)
This week, we play Disney Plus roulette and find ourselves watching "Escape To Witch Mountain" from 1975. Have we seen it before? How does it compare to other…
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Monoreel Radio Episode #81 - Mulan (1998)
Let's get down to business. This week, we review and discuss 1998's "Mulan", despite it's live action remake being pushed back. Is the story and style of the…
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Monoreel Radio Episode #80 - The Hunchback of Notre Dame
This week we review and discuss 1996's "The Hunchback of Notre Dame". Initially, the film was criticized for being dark, but does that stand? Where does it…
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Monoreel Radio Episode #79 - Pocahontas
This week, we begin to tackle some of the later Disney renaissance films, starting with "Pocahontas". The film was a smash hit 25 years ago, but does it still…
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Monoreel Radio Episode #78 - Iron Will
This week, we played Disney Plus roulette and landed on 1994's "Iron Will", a film about a young man looking to save his family's farm by winning a dog sled…
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Monoreel Radio Bonus Episode: A Conversation with Ted Thomas
This week, we released our review of "Frank and Ollie" and were very lucky to have the chance to discuss the film with it's director, Ted Thomas, who gives us…
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Monoreel Radio Episode #77 - Frank and Ollie
This week, we review and discuss 1995's "Frank and Ollie", directed by Ted Thomas. This intriguing documentary follows the friendship and working relationship…
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Monoreel Radio Episode #76 - Pinocchio
This week, "Pinocchio" celebrates its 80th birthday. How does the film hold up all of these years later? Does it need a live action remake? Where does it rank…
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Monoreel Radio Episode #75 - Blank Check
This week, we played Disney Plus roulette and landed upon 1994's "Blank Check". How does this film hold up over 25 years later? Will kids today appreciate this…
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Monoreel Radio Episode #74 - The Lion King (2019)
This week, we are joined by Lisa DiNoto Glassner from TheCastleRun.com to review and discuss Jon Favreau's 2019 "live action" remake of The Lion King. How did…
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Monoreel Radio Episode #73 - Aladdin (2019)
This week, we review and discuss the 2019 live action remake of "Aladdin". Why is it so polarizing? How does it compare to the original? What do we think of…
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Monoreel Radio Episode #72 - Lady and The Tramp (2019)
This week, we review and discuss the Disney+ Launch Day live action remake of "Lady and The Tramp". How does this one compare to the original? Are the changes…
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Monoreel Radio Episode #71 - Dumbo (2019)
This week we review and discuss Tim Burton's live action remake of "Dumbo". How does it hold up to the original? Does it give the old tale new life? Or does it…
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Monoreel Radio Bonus Episode: The Mandalorian
This is the way... to start the new year, with bonus content, as we recap and review the Disney Plus original series, "The Mandalorian". How does John Favreau…
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Monoreel Radio Episode #70 - 2019 Year In Review
Happy New Year! Today we review and discuss the films of 2019. We also pick our film of the decade and discuss the launch of Disney Plus. All of that and more…
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Monoreel Radio Episode #69 - The Muppet Christmas Carol
This week, we deliver a gift in the form of an early episode release, with a review of 1992's "The Muppet Christmas Carol". Where does this one rank in terms…
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Monoreel Radio Episode #68 - Star Wars Episode 8: The Last Jedi
This week, we review and discuss, "The Last Jedi". Is it actually the last Jedi or is this clever marketing? What are our predictions for "The Rise of…
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Monoreel Radio Episode #67 - Star Wars Episode 7: The Force Awakens
This week, we begin our countdown to the release of "Star Wars Episode 9: The Rise of Skywalker", with our review of Disney's first go at a Star Wars film…
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Monoreel Radio Episode #66 - Noelle
Oh my garland! It's Disney+'s first original Christmas film. How does this compare to some of the more traditional Christmas classics? Is this the bit of…
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Monoreel Radio Episode #65 - Babes In Toyland (1961)
This week, we kick off the holidays with a review of Walt's Disney's 1961 remake of "Babes In Toyland", or as many others know it, "March Of The Wooden…
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Monoreel Radio Bonus Episode: Animator Andrew Ford Discusses "Frozen 2"
To celebrate the opening of Frozen 2, we are thrilled to bring you an interview with Disney Animator Andrew Ford. Andrew worked on Frozen 2 and gives us a…
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Monoreel Radio Episode #64 - Tangled
This week on Monoreel Radio, we discuss the 50th Walt Disney Pictures animated feature, "Tangled". Why was this number 50? Where does it rank among the other…
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Monoreel Radio Bonus Episode: Walt Disney World Trip Recap (November 2019)
This week, we bring you a bonus episode as we recap our trip to Walt Disney World. Partially recorded in the parks, we discuss the lands and attractions and…
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Monoreel Radio Episode #63 - Lady and the Tramp
Happy Disney Plus Day! This week, we celebrate the launch by discussing 1955's "Lady and The Tramp". We are all aware that the live action remake is dropping…
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Monoreel Radio Episode #62 - Tomorrowland
There's a great, big, beautiful tomorrow... especially when, as you are listening our review of 2015's Tomorrowland, your hosts will be time jumping into…
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Monoreel Radio Episode #61 - The Haunted Mansion
When the crypt doors creak and the tombstones quake, does this movie need a remake? This week we review 2003's "The Haunted Mansion". Based off of the beloved…
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Monoreel Radio Episode #60 - Frankenweenie
This week, we discuss Tim Burton's "Frankenweenie". Is it an original idea, or a retelling of Mary Shelley's classic story, Frankenstein? Is it better than…
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Monoreel Radio Episode #59 - Maleficent
This week, we discuss 2014's "Maleficent". What do we think of Angelina Jolie as this iconic villain? Is this backstory faithful to Sleeping Beauty, or does it…
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Monoreel Radio Episode #58 - Sleeping Beauty
This week, we delve into the 1959 classic "Sleeping Beauty". How is it technically different from other Disney films up to the point of it's release? Does this…
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Monoreel Radio Episode #57 - Halloweentown
This October, we kick off the Halloween feels with the DCOM "Halloweentown". This cult classic has been a staple on television for over 20 years, but is it…
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Monoreel Radio Episode #56 - Remember The Titans
Are you ready for some football? This week, we review and discuss "Remember The Titans". Is this inspirational film totally accurate when it comes to the story…
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Monoreel Radio Episode #55 - High School Musical 3
Are we still all in this together? If so, for how long? This week, we wrap up our review of the powerhouse trilogy with our discussion of "High School Musical…
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Monoreel Radio Episode #54 - High School Musical 2
What time is it? Time for High School Musical 2. The much anticipated sequel to the global phenomenon took the world by storm, you can bet on it. Was the movie…
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Monoreel Radio Episode #53 - High School Musical
We're all in this together. This week, we start to review the "High School Musical" trilogy. We were well out of high school when this movie when it came out…
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Monoreel Radio Episode #52 - The Emperor's New Groove
Uh huh, uh huh, uh huh, we are talking "The Emperor's New Groove” this week. What is the original title and storyline? What makes this film so…
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Monoreel Radio Bonus Episode: D23 Expo Recap (2019)
This weekend saw a jam packed D23 Expo, and we just couldn't wait to discuss it with all of you. From Disney Plus to Disney Parks, we talk about all of the…
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Monoreel Radio Episode #51 - Hercules
Who puts the "glad" in gladiator? This week, we review and discuss 1997's "Hercules". How does this stack up against the other Disney post-renaissance films?…