Reviews of Classic and Modern Movies in a Flash!
In this visually as well as musically stunning film, we learns of the humble beginnings of Willy Wonka (Timothee Chalamet). Determinded to open a chocolate shop, young Wonka is met with fierce opposition. Even so, nothing will keep him down for long in this at times humorous and inspiring tale.
1hr. 56min.
When Branchs’ (Justin Timberlake) long lost brother suddenly shows up and tells him they must reunite their other estranged brothers to rescue another brother, Poppy (Anna Kendrick) is more than eager to help him on his quest. Along the way lessons about family and forgiveness are learned, in this colorful and hilarious romp.
1hr. 31min.
In this classic fairytale beautiful young Snow White innocently runs afoul of her vain and jealous stepmother; an evil queen who will stop at nothing to be the “fairest maid in the land”. After fleeing for her life Snow White finds refuge with the kindly seven dwarfs, but it’s not long before the Queen tracks her down with another sinister plan.
Walt Disneys’ original masterpiece paved the way for many more classic films with its groundbreaking animation, memorable characters and timeless music.
1hr. 23min.
In 1927, with the advent of “Talking Pictures”, superstars Don Lockwood (Gene Kelly) and Lina Lamont (Jean Hagen) suddenly have to deal with the fact that Linas’ voice doesn’t match her beautiful, silent, screen persona. Their studio has already started trying to pump out another picture to cash in on the new fad, so Don and his best friend Cosmo (Donald O’Connor) come up with a plan where the unknown actress Kathy (Debbie Reynolds) will secretly redub all of Lina’s dialogue.
Highlighted with some of the most memorable songs and dances of all time, this musical is easily one of the best movies ever made and continues to influence films today.
1hr. 43min.
The classic tale of a girl named Dorothy (Judy Garland) who gets caught in a twister and whisked away to the magical land of Oz. There she meets Munchkins, talking trees and flying monkeys. She also runs afoul of and must outwit the evil Wicked Witch of the West (Margaret Hamilton). All while trying to find her way home.
This film also features the Acadamy Award winning song Somewhere Over the Rainbow, that would become Garlands’ signature song.
1hr. 41min.
Crocodiles in the conservatory, chocolate cake diets and boxing lessons in the barn are just a few of the common occurrences in the Biddle household. They’re eccentric millionaires led by their father (Fred MacMurry) in his many zany antics, that are only slightly bridled by their mother (Greer Garson).
The last live action film that the late Walt Disney was involved in, this is surprisingly based on a true story and features Lesley Ann Warren in one of her earliest roles.
2hr. 46min.
The trolls are a happy-go-lucky group that are menaced by the miserable Bergens, who believe in order for them to be happy they must eat a troll. Unfortunately for the Bergens, the trolls have escaped.
After 20 years, (right when the happiest of all the trolls Princess Poppy (Anna Kendrick) is about to assume the throne from her father), the Bergens have finally tracked them down. Now it’s up to Poppy and pessimistic Branch (Justin Timberlake) to track them down and save the trolls. Along the way, many songs are sung and a new understanding of others is learned in this story that is both tune-filled and eye-popping in it’s cinema photography.
1hr. 32min.
Moments after Kermit, Gonzo and Fozzie join the Chronicle a theft of Lady Holiday’s (Diana Rigg) jewels is committed. In order to get a follow up interview with Lady Holiday, and save their jobs, the gang head to London where they quickly become involved with an even more complicated plot that seems to be centered around an aspiring model (Miss Piggy).
Featuring gigantic musical numbers and several cameos, this is one of the Muppets best films.
1hr. 37min.
When young Milly (Jane Powell) agrees to marry Adam (Howard Keel) she has little idea that he is bringing her to his ranch AND 6 younger brothers. Not wanting to be cook and cleaner to all of them, she decides to clean them up and teach them some manners so they can find wives of their own. Milly is not quite prepared for the mayhem that follows as the girls in town do indeed fall for the backwoods brothers, much to the jealousy of the townsmen.
Filmed on location in Oregon, this film features memorable songs and show-stopping dance numbers.
1hr. 42min.
When life in America isn’t quite what they dreamed it would be, young Fievel and his family fall for the allure of the Golden West and set off for a new life. Once there they find it harder then they expected but the mice want to stick it out when they fall for the promises of a scheming cat (John Cleese). Fievel is the only one that realizes the truth and it’s up to him to save the other mice.
Jimmy Stewart co-stars in his final film as an old law dog that just might have one more fight in him.
1hr. 16min.