Elannah Swarnes Matos, University of Puerto Rico-Mayagüez
This animated feature is beyond the acclaimed director’s comfort zone, but exceptional nonetheless.
This animated feature is beyond the acclaimed director’s comfort zone, but exceptional nonetheless.
Olivia Moosey, DePaul University
Now that the show has moved to Disney+, the competition is even more incredible than ever! Who will win this year?
Now that the show has moved to Disney+, the competition is even more incredible than ever! Who will win this year?
Tori Rose, Spartanburg Methodist College
While the film may have received a visual update, it’s missing so much of what made its predecessor so great.
While the film may have received a visual update, it’s missing so much of what made its predecessor so great.
Azeezah Ibraheem, Near East University
Despite its abundance of princess movies, Disney has had very little representation up until recently. ‘The Little Mermaid’ will help to change this problem.
Despite its abundance of princess movies, Disney has had very little representation up until recently. ‘The Little Mermaid’ will help to change this problem.
Maria Merlo, Eastern Michigan University
Disney has been milking the live-action remakes, but some classics should be left in the past.
Disney has been milking the live-action remakes, but some classics should be left in the past.
Ashley Hagan, Virginia Commonwealth University
It’s time to step away from the universe that’s expanded too much for its own good.
It’s time to step away from the universe that’s expanded too much for its own good.
Kirk Chamberlain, Marist College
After years of cash grabs, the gaming corporation might finally get a taste of its own medicine.
After years of cash grabs, the gaming corporation might finally get a taste of its own medicine.
Ashley Hagan, Virginia Commonwealth University
We all love a powerful heroine, but nothing compares to an untamed baddie.
We all love a powerful heroine, but nothing compares to an untamed baddie.
Sure, they’re the more traditional way to apply for a job, but they can make the application process very mundane. Here are some possible alternatives.
Sure, they’re the more traditional way to apply for a job, but they can make the application process very mundane. Here are some possible alternatives.
Emily Sweeney, Quinnipiac University
Disney’s gender-flipped take on the classic Cinderella story doesn’t quite capture the sentiments of a new generation.
Disney’s gender-flipped take on the classic Cinderella story doesn’t quite capture the sentiments of a new generation.
Kylie Clifton, Loyola Marymount University
The newest ‘Star Wars’ spin-off tries to evoke the memory of the network of safe houses and secret routes for escaped slaves — and leaves many feeling cold.
The newest ‘Star Wars’ spin-off tries to evoke the memory of the network of safe houses and secret routes for escaped slaves — and leaves many feeling cold.
Vanessa Rivera, James Madison University
Two fans speak on the experience of waiting at the Fairfax, VA courthouse, including the pet owner whose furry companions received widespread attention.
Two fans speak on the experience of waiting at the Fairfax, VA courthouse, including the pet owner whose furry companions received widespread attention.
Jordan Oulela, University of Texas at San Antonio
After the previous disastrous movie adaptation, Disney might have what it takes to succeed.
After the previous disastrous movie adaptation, Disney might have what it takes to succeed.
Aly Walters, Michigan State University
Streaming may provide convenience for at-home viewing, but it doesn’t beat out the experience that can only be found at your local cinema.
Streaming may provide convenience for at-home viewing, but it doesn’t beat out the experience that can only be found at your local cinema.
Karina Rojas, University of Texas at San Antonio
The channel is dominating the world of young adult animation, but getting there wasn’t child’s play.
The channel is dominating the world of young adult animation, but getting there wasn’t child’s play.
Meredith Granmayeh, Chapman University
The documentary successfully showcases the creative aspects of ‘SOUR’ but still leaves fans with unanswered questions.
The documentary successfully showcases the creative aspects of ‘SOUR’ but still leaves fans with unanswered questions.
Alyssa Griffin, Molloy College
Although TV programming aimed at kids is becoming more inclusive, it still has a long way to go.
Although TV programming aimed at kids is becoming more inclusive, it still has a long way to go.
Alyssa Griffin, Molloy College
‘Encanto’ and ‘Turning Red’ depict the realistic struggles many multi-generation families face. Both movies also show how family members can come to understand each other through loving acceptance.
‘Encanto’ and ‘Turning Red’ depict the realistic struggles many multi-generation families face. Both movies also show how family members can come to understand each other through loving acceptance.
Aly Walters, Michigan State University
Arriving May 25, the long-awaited spinoff will finally tell the story of the Jedi master’s adventures after Order 66 and before the galaxy finds a new hope.
Arriving May 25, the long-awaited spinoff will finally tell the story of the Jedi master’s adventures after Order 66 and before the galaxy finds a new hope.
The platform added new series originally from Netflix, including ‘Daredevil’ and ‘The Punisher.’ Although fans are thrilled, not everyone is happy with the additions.
The platform added new series originally from Netflix, including ‘Daredevil’ and ‘The Punisher.’ Although fans are thrilled, not everyone is happy with the additions.
Rebecca Trevathan, University of Texas at Austin
The renewed version of the original Disney animated series is a reboot worth watching.
The renewed version of the original Disney animated series is a reboot worth watching.
Ally Xu, Northeastern University
While the film, directed by Domee Shi, is the first from Pixar to be solely directed by a woman, its significance goes far beyond that.
While the film, directed by Domee Shi, is the first from Pixar to be solely directed by a woman, its significance goes far beyond that.
Rebecca Trevathan, University of Texas at Austin
While the show was missed, particularly for its excellent LGBTQ+ representation, fans will get the chance to catch up with their favorite characters shortly.
While the show was missed, particularly for its excellent LGBTQ+ representation, fans will get the chance to catch up with their favorite characters shortly.
While their first movies were about princesses who got their happily ever afters, recent movies focus on friends and family.
While their first movies were about princesses who got their happily ever afters, recent movies focus on friends and family.
Rebecca Trevathan, University of Texas at Austin
Disney’s most recent addition to the series underwent an overhaul, starting with its cast members. Unfortunately, that’s not the only reason the movie flops.
Disney’s most recent addition to the series underwent an overhaul, starting with its cast members. Unfortunately, that’s not the only reason the movie flops.
Xochitl Menjivar, San Francisco State University
The once-popular attraction has now become practically a legend for urban explorers and dedicated parkgoers.
The once-popular attraction has now become practically a legend for urban explorers and dedicated parkgoers.
Disney’s newest animated movie is a heartwarming story and a breath of fresh air compared to some of their older works.
Disney’s newest animated movie is a heartwarming story and a breath of fresh air compared to some of their older works.
Esha Shah, New Jersey Institute of Technology
The film has received unanimous praise for its portrayal of multigenerational family dynamics, especially concerning children of immigrants.
The film has received unanimous praise for its portrayal of multigenerational family dynamics, especially concerning children of immigrants.
Xochitl Menjivar, San Francisco State University
Through a mix of art and technology, engineers for the theme parks create experiences that truly are magical.
Through a mix of art and technology, engineers for the theme parks create experiences that truly are magical.
People might think that they have a clear idea of what these festive towns look like — but do they know that they can make them practically any theme they want?
People might think that they have a clear idea of what these festive towns look like — but do they know that they can make them practically any theme they want?
Becky Hardin, University of Arizona Global Campus
The Disney+ documentary series takes the Marvel superhero to new heights, but are they too steep for the actor to conquer?
The Disney+ documentary series takes the Marvel superhero to new heights, but are they too steep for the actor to conquer?
Illusion Ventura, Whittier College
As the conglomerate continues to buy out massive corporations and expand its domain, the announcement of its most recent anime-related project has pleasantly surprised many fans.
As the conglomerate continues to buy out massive corporations and expand its domain, the announcement of its most recent anime-related project has pleasantly surprised many fans.
Tiffany Singh, University of Central Florida
News about an upcoming movie featuring everyone’s favorite space cadet just came out, so let’s remember why people loved the original film so much.
News about an upcoming movie featuring everyone’s favorite space cadet just came out, so let’s remember why people loved the original film so much.
Xochitl Menjivar, San Francisco State University
After a three-year hiatus, the cast of the fan-favorite spooky holiday movie is returning to perform their iconic roles in person.
After a three-year hiatus, the cast of the fan-favorite spooky holiday movie is returning to perform their iconic roles in person.
Michelle Buckley, Chapman University
The fantasy drama that brought fairytale characters to a realistic, modern world deserves a reboot with new Disney characters and storylines.
The fantasy drama that brought fairytale characters to a realistic, modern world deserves a reboot with new Disney characters and storylines.
Mariam Nasief, Columbia University
This new Disney film is as entertaining as it is well-made, but for The Rock, it’s far from original.
This new Disney film is as entertaining as it is well-made, but for The Rock, it’s far from original.
Savannah McCracken, University of Arizona
This famous MCU actress is fighting for the money she earned as the titular hero of ‘Black Widow.’
This famous MCU actress is fighting for the money she earned as the titular hero of ‘Black Widow.’
Olivia Wisse, Hofstra University
Unresolved plot points, a competition gone wrong and a missing starlet contribute to the failure of “HSMTMS” to live up to its debut season.
Unresolved plot points, a competition gone wrong and a missing starlet contribute to the failure of “HSMTMS” to live up to its debut season.
The action film, though a small step forward for the queer community, is yet another example of a studio trying to gain media attention without any true depth.
The action film, though a small step forward for the queer community, is yet another example of a studio trying to gain media attention without any true depth.
Michelle Buckley, Chapman University
Disney’s new annual pass program, offers fans and original passholders a flexible, safe and exciting return to the parks.
Disney’s new annual pass program, offers fans and original passholders a flexible, safe and exciting return to the parks.
Beth Nipper, University of Iowa
Western cartoons were once entirely hand-drawn, frame by frame. With the rise of computer-based CGI and the success of movies like ‘Frozen,’ however, the medium has been seeing some drastic changes.
Western cartoons were once entirely hand-drawn, frame by frame. With the rise of computer-based CGI and the success of movies like ‘Frozen,’ however, the medium has been seeing some drastic changes.
Savannah McCracken, University of Arizona
The show’s finale left the Marvel Cinematic Universe wide open for speculation. The multiverse contains infinite possibilities.
The show’s finale left the Marvel Cinematic Universe wide open for speculation. The multiverse contains infinite possibilities.
Kelsie Westmoreland, Washington and Lee University
This Disney+ docuseries reveals the daily sacrifices and pressures of pre-professional dancers trying to establish their careers in New York City.
This Disney+ docuseries reveals the daily sacrifices and pressures of pre-professional dancers trying to establish their careers in New York City.
Michelle Buckley, Chapman University
Although Disney’s live-action remakes have faced criticism for being unoriginal cash-grabs, their nostalgic material and ability to captivate an audience through intricate scenes provide audiences with an exceptional watch.
Although Disney’s live-action remakes have faced criticism for being unoriginal cash-grabs, their nostalgic material and ability to captivate an audience through intricate scenes provide audiences with an exceptional watch.
Savannah McCracken, University of Arizona
This transformation is giving the platform a chance to reach wider audiences and compete with its most successful competitors.
This transformation is giving the platform a chance to reach wider audiences and compete with its most successful competitors.
Mai Senser, Virginia Commonwealth University
Here is a look at the character’s complicated and sometimes controversial history in the MCU, and how her solo film finally allows her to shine.
Here is a look at the character’s complicated and sometimes controversial history in the MCU, and how her solo film finally allows her to shine.
Zach Terrillion, Oberlin College
The Disney+ TV show starring Olivia Rodrigo and Joshua Bassett illustrates that real drama can negatively impact fake art.
The Disney+ TV show starring Olivia Rodrigo and Joshua Bassett illustrates that real drama can negatively impact fake art.
Michelle Buckley, Chapman University
The channel has approved a series that will focus on the unlikely duo of the tale’s lovable villains, alongside a brand new character named Tilly.
The channel has approved a series that will focus on the unlikely duo of the tale’s lovable villains, alongside a brand new character named Tilly.
Alexandra Cortez, Trinity University
Rather than comparing this release to other Pixar films, viewers need to embrace this distinctive time in the studio’s history and accept the movie for its heartfelt themes.
Rather than comparing this release to other Pixar films, viewers need to embrace this distinctive time in the studio’s history and accept the movie for its heartfelt themes.
Beth Nipper, University of Iowa
The entertainment giant has a long history, filled with both success and controversy. How should an individual enjoy media while engaging with it critically?
The entertainment giant has a long history, filled with both success and controversy. How should an individual enjoy media while engaging with it critically?
Savannah McCracken, University of Arizona
As the MCU continues with new Disney+ shows like ‘WandaVision’ and ‘Loki,’ speculation and theorizing runs rampant and adds to the excitement. Mephisto was just the beginning.
As the MCU continues with new Disney+ shows like ‘WandaVision’ and ‘Loki,’ speculation and theorizing runs rampant and adds to the excitement. Mephisto was just the beginning.
Alexandra Cortez, Trinity University
The rides you grew up enjoying may not be the childhood rides of future guests, but if anything, it’s a positive indicator for the direction of the major entertainment company.
The rides you grew up enjoying may not be the childhood rides of future guests, but if anything, it’s a positive indicator for the direction of the major entertainment company.
Jayar Brenner, Michigan State University
Although this ‘Sour’ song is a smash hit, it includes some ableist language that needs to be addressed.
Although this ‘Sour’ song is a smash hit, it includes some ableist language that needs to be addressed.
Savannah McCracken, University of Arizona
The recent visibility of queer celebrities, and the reactions of the press, demonstrates significant progress in society’s acceptance of the LGBTQ+ community.
The recent visibility of queer celebrities, and the reactions of the press, demonstrates significant progress in society’s acceptance of the LGBTQ+ community.
Kelsi Karpinski, Michigan State University
This Disney star and up-and-coming musician has become an inspiration with the release of her debut album, which explores anger, jealousy and heartbreak in a variety of genres.
This Disney star and up-and-coming musician has become an inspiration with the release of her debut album, which explores anger, jealousy and heartbreak in a variety of genres.
Alexandra Cortez, Trinity University
Disney’s upcoming ‘101 Dalmatians’ spin-off has some Disney fans divided. Do we need this classic villain’s backstory?
Disney’s upcoming ‘101 Dalmatians’ spin-off has some Disney fans divided. Do we need this classic villain’s backstory?
Alexandra Cortez, Trinity University
Longtime fans are concerned that Disney is producing an excessive amount of media sourced from the famous space opera. Can the franchise return to its former glory?
Longtime fans are concerned that Disney is producing an excessive amount of media sourced from the famous space opera. Can the franchise return to its former glory?
Alexandra Cortez, Trinity University
While Disney’s newest film isn’t perfect, it marks a change in how the studio operates creatively and prompts questions about how the studio will approach future releases.
While Disney’s newest film isn’t perfect, it marks a change in how the studio operates creatively and prompts questions about how the studio will approach future releases.
Mai Khou Vang, Michigan State University
While the Disney movie captures the cultures of the region beautifully, it lacks an actual majority Southeast Asian cast — and it also isn’t available to stream in much of the region.
While the Disney movie captures the cultures of the region beautifully, it lacks an actual majority Southeast Asian cast — and it also isn’t available to stream in much of the region.
Alexandra Cortez, Trinity University
Check out these novels before their film versions hit the theaters and streaming services.
Check out these novels before their film versions hit the theaters and streaming services.
Arianna Taylor, University of Rochester
Pixar’s latest hit offers a refreshing image of what it means to be human and to live with a passion, though it falls short at times.
Pixar’s latest hit offers a refreshing image of what it means to be human and to live with a passion, though it falls short at times.
Olivia Moosey, DePaul University
The new movie on Disney+ shows that you can accomplish anything no matter the challenges.
The new movie on Disney+ shows that you can accomplish anything no matter the challenges.
After being hyped up for so long, the Disney remake featured plot holes, one-dimensional characters and cultural inaccuracies.
After being hyped up for so long, the Disney remake featured plot holes, one-dimensional characters and cultural inaccuracies.
Cathleen Luo, Columbia University
While ambitious, Disney’s live-action version of the beloved tale falls short of portraying three-dimensional characters, instead relying on broad generalities about Chinese culture.
While ambitious, Disney’s live-action version of the beloved tale falls short of portraying three-dimensional characters, instead relying on broad generalities about Chinese culture.
Audrey Martin, Boston University
The remake is finally being released via the subscription-based streaming service in September for an additional $30 — and that’s just one point of contention.
The remake is finally being released via the subscription-based streaming service in September for an additional $30 — and that’s just one point of contention.
Farah Javed, CUNY Baruch College
The kids cartoon is proving to be especially relevant as it provides a glimmer of hope and imagination for viewers stuck in quarantine.
The kids cartoon is proving to be especially relevant as it provides a glimmer of hope and imagination for viewers stuck in quarantine.
Chris Dang, University of California, Riverside
Donald Glover will soon reprise his role as everyone’s favorite smooth-talking smuggler in a new show on Disney+.
Donald Glover will soon reprise his role as everyone’s favorite smooth-talking smuggler in a new show on Disney+.
Starr Shapiro, Columbia University
The Disney Channel sitcom may have been made in the early 2000s, but their representation of racism feels like a gaze into the future.
The Disney Channel sitcom may have been made in the early 2000s, but their representation of racism feels like a gaze into the future.
McKenna Uzelac, Columbia University
Despite a big budget and an all-star cast, the long-awaited film adaptation of the beloved book series has disappointed both fans and critics.
Despite a big budget and an all-star cast, the long-awaited film adaptation of the beloved book series has disappointed both fans and critics.
Mia Kellner, University of St Andrews
Asexuality and aromanticism are seemingly impossible to find in mainstream pop culture, but what if we look beyond the labels?
Asexuality and aromanticism are seemingly impossible to find in mainstream pop culture, but what if we look beyond the labels?
Yasmeen Ludy, University of Michigan
Kenny Ortega, the mind behind the hit Disney Channel film series, recently opened up about the sexuality of one of the characters. But why 14 years after the fact?
Kenny Ortega, the mind behind the hit Disney Channel film series, recently opened up about the sexuality of one of the characters. But why 14 years after the fact?
Abigail Adeleke, University of Miami
Often recognized as problematic due to racial stereotypes, the classic theme park attraction will soon honor the 2009 animated film that featured the first Black Disney princess.
Often recognized as problematic due to racial stereotypes, the classic theme park attraction will soon honor the 2009 animated film that featured the first Black Disney princess.
Renee Cantor, University of Pittsburgh
The Disney film is considered a classic, but many people have a hazy recollection of the movie. The beautiful aesthetics, heartfelt story and strong characters make a rewatch definitely worthwhile.
The Disney film is considered a classic, but many people have a hazy recollection of the movie. The beautiful aesthetics, heartfelt story and strong characters make a rewatch definitely worthwhile.
Juliana Fujii, Biola University
Although the movie wants to inspire teens to ‘find themselves,’ the shallow plot instead leaves viewers looking for someone else to change their lives.
Although the movie wants to inspire teens to ‘find themselves,’ the shallow plot instead leaves viewers looking for someone else to change their lives.
S. T. Perez, Texas A&M University, San Antonio
Just like ‘Coco’ and ‘Up,’ the latest film from the acclaimed animation studio mixes laughs and tears.
Just like ‘Coco’ and ‘Up,’ the latest film from the acclaimed animation studio mixes laughs and tears.
Mirella Gonzales, Texas Tech University
Say goodbye to any spare time you had left because Club Penguin Rewritten is the perfect recreation of your favorite childhood game.
Say goodbye to any spare time you had left because Club Penguin Rewritten is the perfect recreation of your favorite childhood game.
Rose Younglove, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor
There’s countless categories for live-action movies, so why not for animation?
There’s countless categories for live-action movies, so why not for animation?
Asha MacKay, Wellesley College
Disney’s controversial upcoming remake seeks a different audience than the family-favorite animated movie that so many grew up with.
Disney’s controversial upcoming remake seeks a different audience than the family-favorite animated movie that so many grew up with.
Rose Younglove, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor
The film encapsulates the wrong turns taken by the series since the House of Mouse took over the franchise.
The film encapsulates the wrong turns taken by the series since the House of Mouse took over the franchise.
Brendan Bell, Towson University
After spending $4 billion to purchase the iconic media franchise, the giant entertainment conglomerate has little to show for it.
After spending $4 billion to purchase the iconic media franchise, the giant entertainment conglomerate has little to show for it.
Gabriel Egbert, University of Louisville
Was all of this worth the hype?
Was all of this worth the hype?
Kristin Auld, St John’s University
The new Disney Plus series reunites old classmates and gives them another chance to shine on stage.
The new Disney Plus series reunites old classmates and gives them another chance to shine on stage.
Brendan Bell, Towson University
The new Disney Plus show can stand on its own, even without the connection to the expansive sci-fi franchise.
The new Disney Plus show can stand on its own, even without the connection to the expansive sci-fi franchise.
Gabriel Egbert, University of Louisville
The streaming service allows fans to revisit the origins of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
The streaming service allows fans to revisit the origins of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
The film jettisons the problematic elements of the original, and the more realistic animation has the spirit many felt ‘The Lion King’ lacked.
The film jettisons the problematic elements of the original, and the more realistic animation has the spirit many felt ‘The Lion King’ lacked.
Megan Thompson, Montclair State University
With Disney+ allowing users everywhere to relive their childhood, this classic series serves as a digital time capsule.
With Disney+ allowing users everywhere to relive their childhood, this classic series serves as a digital time capsule.
Madison Feser, Seton Hall University
Society once yielded to the wealth and influence of families like the Rockefellers, Kochs, Du Ponts and Vanderbilts, but the American aristocracy of yesterday are mere glittery relics compared to the powerhouse companies of today.
Society once yielded to the wealth and influence of families like the Rockefellers, Kochs, Du Ponts and Vanderbilts, but the American aristocracy of yesterday are mere glittery relics compared to the powerhouse companies of today.
The brand-new trailer takes us into an enchanted forest!
Marie Christensen, George Fox University
‘Star Wars’ fans rejoice. It’s time to see what happens to the Jedi master between the creation of Darth Vader and the beginning of ‘A New Hope.’
‘Star Wars’ fans rejoice. It’s time to see what happens to the Jedi master between the creation of Darth Vader and the beginning of ‘A New Hope.’
Haley Cohen, Quinnipiac University
These films just don’t have the same appeal in live action.
These films just don’t have the same appeal in live action.
Ashley Peterson, Geneva College
With great intellectual property comes great responsibility.
With great intellectual property comes great responsibility.
Clarence Dodge, Sarah Lawrence College
The evil empire of entertainment strikes back after failing to resurrect its troublesome franchise.
The evil empire of entertainment strikes back after failing to resurrect its troublesome franchise.
Emma Dailey Mitchell, Columbia College Chicago
Even without Spider-Man, Disney’s on track to own the world.
Even without Spider-Man, Disney’s on track to own the world.
Emma Dailey Mitchell, Columbia College Chicago
Probably not. It’ll take a lot to clean up Joss Whedon’s mess.
Probably not. It’ll take a lot to clean up Joss Whedon’s mess.
Ashley Peterson, Geneva College
The animated Disney film might have been a mega-hit, but hopefully the sequel can focus more on Elsa’s development.
The animated Disney film might have been a mega-hit, but hopefully the sequel can focus more on Elsa’s development.
Isador Pinto, Ringling College of Art + Design
Disney’s latest remake is raking in hundreds of millions of dollars, but does it pose a threat to the animation industry?
Disney’s latest remake is raking in hundreds of millions of dollars, but does it pose a threat to the animation industry?
Noah Carey, University of Pennsylvania
Marvel and Disney+ have teamed up to further explore some of the underrepresented aspects of the MCU.
Marvel and Disney+ have teamed up to further explore some of the underrepresented aspects of the MCU.
It’s the part of the internet where dreams come true.
They’re leaving their Disney personas far behind.