(Photo: Disney Plus)As its phenomenal theatrical success has made clear, When “Hamilton,” with a book, lyrics and music by Lin-Manuel Miranda, made its New York stage premiere in 2015, it was hailed as a visionary breakthrough. Fueled by the late Heath Ledger's pure charm, with a clever script and an overall buzzing spirit, 10 Things I Hate About You is a cut above your average high school movie.
The Straight Story is sublime, from its realistic dialogue, burning orange Midwestern landscapes, to the warm characters who care for the elderly Alvin Straight.
Starring a young John Cusack, The Journey of Natty Gann depicts life in '30s Chicago during the Great Depression.
As some protesters tear down statues of Jefferson and Washington, condemning the founding fathers for enslaving people, seeing these historical figures portrayed by actors of color in “Hamilton” takes on even more meaning.With the July 4 holiday transformed this year, as mass gatherings to watch fireworks displays are canceled, and a surge of coronavirus cases makes staying home and avoiding crowds even more important, there could hardly be a better time to settle down on the couch, and watch “Hamilton.”The film is described in a Disney press release as “a leap forward in the art of ‘live capture’ which transports its audience into the world of the Broadway show in a uniquely intimate way.
Robert Zemeckis's setup is both simple and touching: A private investigator attempts to exonerate Roger Rabbit, a "Toon" accused of murdering a wealthy businessman. How And I think that’s actually pretty honest.”Hamilton, Miranda continued, “Didn’t really do much about it after that.
Critics raved. Based on a true story of a World War II veteran who drives across Iowa and Wisconsin on a lawn mower? With music from Danny Elfman and stunning stop-motion animation, The Nightmare Before Christmas is one of Tim Burton's most original, daring feats. (Disney Plus/TNS)Considering that a subscription to the service provides you with the entirety of Disney’s film and TV catalogue (barring a few problematic exceptions like “Song of the South”), there are few better deals on the streaming market.So, if you’re looking for something to watch instead of binging “Stranger Things” again, here are a few of the best hidden gems you might not have known were streaming on Perhaps the most ‘hidden’ of all the films on this list, This 1940 movie, and its subsequent 1960 remake, is a foundational adventure story, following a family shipwrecked on a remote desert island as they attempt to leave London for Australia.
Sparrow and blacksmith Will Turner attempt to rescue the kidnapped Elizabeth Swann from cursed pirates who become undead skeletons at night. Drawing from hip hop and casting non-white actors as historical figures, it covers the life of Founding Father Alexander Hamilton after he arrives in New York City in 1776 and assists General George Washington during the American Revolution, up to his death in a dual with Vice President Aaron Burr. Here are some of the hidden gems on Disney Plus.But aside from all that, there are a host of great Disney movies which might not be front and center on your radar. Disney+ covers over 100 years of its flagship studio’s history, from early animated shorts to groundbreaking full-length animated features to family live-action classics to the blockbuster triumvirate of superheroes, space operas, and 3D computer animation of today. Mary Rodgers' novel about a mother and daughter who switch bodies is so good Disney has adapted it three times. Documentary Howard lovingly unfurls a portrait of Howard Ashman's life and work, dotted with fascinating clips from the productions of those Disney classics. Smart
Disney Disney also has a lot of content up its sleeves and it’s making original content that will be released exclusively on the service e.g. Using stop-motion and a host of Tim Burton cast favorites, including Winona Ryder, this take on Frankenstein is a classic Burton oddball story, brought to life with heart, beautiful visuals and a palpable boyish enthusiasm. The 150 Best Movies on Disney+ To Watch Right Now. Check out the complete list of Disney Plus launch titles below!The pricing tiers for Disney+ are available at a $6.99 monthly rate or $69.99 for a year, the subscriptions come with a seven day free trial when the service launches on November 12. The man behind Back to the Future brought his originality to Who Framed Roger Rabbit, set in a 1947 version of Hollywood where cartoon characters and people co-exist.
With sumptuous sets, indelible songs and overall wonder, Mary Poppins is just about as perfect as its magical titular nanny, who descends from the clouds holding an umbrella to help bring the Banks' family closer together.
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Adapted from Jules Verne's novel about a giant sea monster attacking ships in the Pacific Ocean, 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea is best known for, among other things, a fight with a giant squid. The surrealism and comedy found in the suburbia come in stark contrast with Edward's haunting castle -- a testament to Burton's striking imagination, with added soul from Johnny Depp's outsider. Ron Howard's rom-com about a man who falls in love with a mermaid scored an Oscar nom for its screenplay -- and rightly so, with its perfectly warm, glowy comedy letting stars Tom Hanks and Daryl Hannah do their charming thing.