A deep dive into the ditties and doo-dahs of Disney movies, musicals and more. What started as a simple question between friends Staccas and Will, has spiralled into whirlwind of discoveries about what makes Disney music tick.
Look, we were going to do Mary Poppins, but then we saw Wish. And well...we had to talk about it. Here are the unfiltered thoughts and musings of Emma and Staccas, on Wish, the 2023 Disney disaster.
The bells, bells, bells of Notre Dame are ringing! Staccas is once again joined by Jenter as they dissect the darkest Disney musical of them all: The Hunchback of Notre Dame.
Colder by the minute - grab you beanie and nothing else because it's FROZEN THE MUSICAL time! Join Staccas, Jessi and Dante as the delve into the icy cold depths of this highly anticipated musical.
An unexpected amount of Wizard of Oz references, Stacey gets aggressively defensive about the opening of Act Two, Sally gets aggressive about tap dance and Guillermo questions lots of directorial decisions.
It's a guest! It's a guest! Jenter is back to be our guest! In this episode, Staccas and Jenter take a detailed look at the effect that modern Broadway trends have had on traditional Broadway methods - comparing the magnificent original Broadway production of Beauty and the Beast to the more modern revivals.
Hop on board for a magical carpet ride through a dissection of the 2011 Broadway musical Aladdin. Guests Hayley Nissen and Guillermo Urra take a deep dive through their experiences with the movie, the musical and a brief side step into our own personal duets with Broadway superstars.
Season Two is here! And the topic is "What is the best MUSICAL Disney song"? That's right, we are looking to work out what Disney song that premiered in the stage musical iteration is the best addition to the Disney cannon? Beginning with the king of Broadway - THE LION KING (1997) and welcome the first in a sensational line-up of guests: Jenter Zilm. Staccas and Jenter dive in the magical world of amazing costumes and awkward elephants and bring us one step closer to finding the best Disney theatrical gem.
The time has come to answer the question: What is the BEST Disney Song? Recorded live at The Motely Bauhaus in Melbourne.
Woah! We had the please of welcomeing Jessi Neilsen Carreño to join us for a discussion about the phenominon that was Encanto. We might not talk about Bruno, but we sure do talk about a lot of other things. TICKETS TO OUR LIVE SHOW: https://www.themotley.com.au/whatson.html#calendar-19487ace-8143-421c-8dbf-36b3fe83adf0-event-lem51eu7 PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/DissectingDisney MERCH: https://shorturl.at/hrEN2
A singing glacier, Will's VERY off-track Oscar predictions, Staccas' passionate debates over scoring and plenty of Jonathan Groff goodness. It's Frozen II (2019) and the list of Flat Five's continues to grow. Only one episode left before we finally answer the impossible question: WHAT IS THE BEST DISNEY SONG? TICKETS TO OUR LIVE SHOW: https://www.themotley.com.au/whatson.html#calendar-19487ace-8143-421c-8dbf-36b3fe83adf0-event-lem51eu7 PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/DissectingDisney MERCH: https://shorturl.at/hrEN2
She is Moanaaaaaaaa! An episode we have so very much looked forward to, starring our incredible guest Katy Anitema. The trio discuss cultural representation in Disney movies, the problem with the word 'Polynesia' and why Moana is not something you want your kids to look up in Italy. TICKETS TO OUR LIVE SHOW: https://www.themotley.com.au/whatson.html#calendar-19487ace-8143-421c-8dbf-36b3fe83adf0-event-lem51eu7 PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/DissectingDisney MERCH: https://shorturl.at/hrEN2
I said BRRRRRR, it's cold in here! Finally Staccas and Will take on the beast that is Frozen (2013). Will takes way too much time to work out who Idina Menzel is, Staccas is forced to return her Broadway library card and somehow we cut an hour (that's right, we spoke for THREE HOURS) off this edited release. The movie is a beast, and so is thie episode. PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/DissectingDisney MERCH: https://shorturl.at/hrEN2 TICKETS TO OUR LIVE SHOW: https://www.themotley.com.au/whatson.html#calendar-19487ace-8143-421c-8dbf-36b3fe83adf0-event-lem51eu7
Well...better late than never! It's been a big start to the year and this is how we wrapped up 2022. Never have we ever dated a podcast so hard, as we did this one. So with no further ado...here's WINNIE THE POOH (2011). PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/DissectingDisney MERCH: https://shorturl.at/hrEN2
At last we see the light. Staccas and Will indulge in the beautiful locks of Tangled (2010). Featuring a tiny, tiny cast, this movie packs a big punch. PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/DissectingDisney MERCH: https://shorturl.at/hrEN2
It's been ten years since Tarzan but Disney animated musicals are BACK with The Princess and the Frog (2009). A frog-tastic deep dive into the Bayou, filled with jazz and mucus. PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/DissectingDisney MERCH: https://shorturl.at/hrEN2
It's finally time to dissect the Phil Collins album that is the soundtrack to Disney's Tarzan (1999). PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/DissectingDisney MERCH: https://shorturl.at/hrEN2
Let's get down to business! Featuring special guest EUGENE WONG, Staccas and Will dissect the music and history of Disney's 1998 film; Mulan. PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/DissectingDisney MERCH: https://shorturl.at/hrEN2
Bless my soul, it's 1997 and Disney is hitting back at the Disney fatigue hard with Hercules. Full of muscles and not a lot of substance, but the music is banging. Staccas nerds out big time over Broadway stars and Will stumbles his way through a string of Greek mythological names. This is Hercules (1997). PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/DissectingDisney MERCH: https://shorturl.at/hrEN2
This is it. The movie that led to our longest discussion ever. The movie that threw away all the Disney norms and turned to the dark side. It's not perfect, but it's close! The Hunchback of Notre Dame (1996). Let's go! PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/DissectingDisney MERCH: https://shorturl.at/hrEN2
Pocahontas (1995) is host to perhaps one of the most cherished Disney songs ever written. We delve into the dark history of the story and celebrate the awesome partnership that is Alan Menken and Stephen Schwartz. PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/DissectingDisney MERCH: https://shorturl.at/hrEN2
After a little hiatus we are BACK (not the we ever left) with a dissection of 1995's A Goofy Movie. It's fun, it's catchy and it's so very, very 90s.
Featuring our first GUEST podcaster, Jake Stewart from theatre podcast Praise Dionysus!. This is by far, the funniest and most interesting episode we have ever recorded (if we do say so ourselves). We talk all things Hans Zimmer, -coded Disney villains and Hakuna Matata. Enjoy!
Not that we want to pick out curtains or anything, but we really loved Aladdin. Listener beware - the history of this movie is not all roses but my word, the music in this just rocks, don't it?
Considered to be one of the greatest Disney scores ever, Staccas and Will delve into one of the greatest tales of all time - Beauty and the Beast. A true celebration of the incredible work of Howard Ashman and Alan Menken. So pull out your favourite gold ballgown and come have a listen to us revel in one of the greatest Disney movies ever released.
Welcome to the renaissance! We finally sit down to dissect movie number 20 - The Little Mermaid (1989). Loaded with information and fun facts about the era we all know and love, plus some VERY exciting scoring moments, this is an episode not to miss!
Join Staccas and Will as they encounter a rare phenomenon: A Disney movie that neither of them had seen! Billy Joel, Bette Midler, Cheech Marin build to make the most 80s voice cast this side of the Transformers cartoon and the list of composers is second to none! What;s your favourite song from 1988's Oliver and Company?
Welcome to the Renaissance! It's 1986 and Musker and Clements are on a roll. Beginning with 1986's The Great Mouse Detective. Recovering from the disaster that was 'The Black Cauldron' (1985), the movie proves to be a delightful rodent-filled interpretation of the great adventures of Sherlock Holmes. Will makes a very English cocktail, Staccas reaches for a glass of water to cleanse her palate and off we go!
As we inch closer and closer to the Renaissance, we dive into The 1981 game-changer that was Disney's "The Fox and the Hound". Staccas nerds out over the stellar line up of new creatives and Will gets all excited about Kurt Russell.
Down the mouse hole we go! In this episode, Staccas and Will dissect the music of the 1977's 'The Rescuers'. Featuring the hit song 'Someone's Waiting for You', this movie marks the beginning of the transformation of the animation department as we slowly wind our way up to the Renaissance. Support us on Patreon! https://bit.ly/3hlgjGP
In a very special Episode 15, Staccas and Will revisit the music from their first five episodes and revise their scores. Featuring songs from Snow White (1937), Pinocchio (1940), Dumbo (1941), Cinderella (1950) and Alice in Wonderland (1951). Will 'The Walrus and the Carpenter' remain their favourite song? Who knows. Support us on Patreon! https://bit.ly/3hlgjGP
Join Staccas and Will in episode 14 as they are back IN PERSON to discuss The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh from 1977; the last 'package film' from Disney; and the highest single-judge score yet! Support us on Patreon! https://bit.ly/3hlgjGP
Staccas and Will venture into Sherwood Forest to dissect the Disney move that just "is"; Robin Hood (1973). A Medieval/Western/Animal Kingdom re-telling of the famous English hero with a famous song-and-dance sequence from every other Disney movie that went before it. Support us on Patreon! https://bit.ly/3hlgjGP
In Episode 12, Staccas and Will discuss The Aristocats from 1970; The continued shifting of personnel within Disney; and a very smart, yet highly problematic, cast member. Support us on Patreon! https://bit.ly/3hlgjGP
In Episode 11, Staccas and Will discuss The Jungle Book from 1967; The unfortunate passing of two Disney icons; and the natural instincts of jungle animals that are completely ignored. Support us on Patreon! https://bit.ly/3hlgjGP
In Episode 10, Staccas and Will discuss The Sword in the Stone from 1963; The recruitment of the Sherman Brothers which sparks a new age of Disney music; and the weird implications of romancing a squirrel. Support us on Patreon! https://bit.ly/3hlgjGP
In Episode 9, Staccas and Will discuss One-Hundred and One Dalmations from 1961; The invention of the Xerox which would change the face of animation; and just how many spots needed to be hand-drawn throughout the development of this film. Support us on Patreon! https://bit.ly/3hlgjGP
In Episode 8, Staccas and Will discuss Sleeping Beauty from 1959; the departure of Mary Blair from Disney; and the implications of giving consciousness to cake ingredients. Support us on Patreon! https://bit.ly/3hlgjGP
In Episode 7, Staccas and Will discuss Lady and the Tramp from 1955; the horrific first-day of Disneyland known as 'Black Sunday;' and the duality of Peggy Lee in this film. Support us on Patreon! https://bit.ly/3hlgjGP
In Episode 6, Staccas and Will discuss Peter Pan from 1953; how memory can play tricks on our perceptions; and the over-sexualisation of Disney characters. Support us on Patreon! https://bit.ly/3hlgjGP
In Episode 5, Staccas and Will discuss Alice in Wonderland from 1951; ceramics and agapanthas as a form of childhood trauma; and the coinflip that, in a near alternate universe, could have seen the end of Disney before it even properly began. Support us on Patreon! https://bit.ly/3hlgjGP
In Episode 4, Staccas and Will discuss Cinderella from 1950, the gamble by Disney to flip the switch on a hard reset of the Disney ideals, and question the validity of using a shoe as a form of identification. Support us on Patreon! https://bit.ly/3hlgjGP
In Episode 3, Staccas and Will discuss Dumbo from 1941, the factors that almost saw the end of Disney as we know it, and rant about unfairly idolised historical figures and problematic racial depictions. Support us on Patreon! https://bit.ly/3hlgjGP
In Episode 2, Staccas and Will discuss Pinocchio from 1940 and the beginnings of the 'Disney Vault.' Support us on Patreon! https://bit.ly/3hlgjGP
In Episode 1, Staccas and Will discuss the 1937 classic, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, which sparked the beginning of what would become the Disney Empire. Does this movie hold up after 84 years? Let's find out. Artwork by Andrew McDougall of Flying Monkey Puppets and Props: https://bit.ly/3u88xnC
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