Podcast appearances and mentions of John Musker

Send us a textIn today's episode, I interview Aaron Blaise, director of the animated short film "Snow Bear," a story of a lonely polar bear navigating a rapidly changing Arctic in search of connection. Listen to hear about how Aaron found his way into animation, what he learned from his many years as an animator at Disney, and the emotional inspiration for the story of this new film.Books mentioned in this episode include:Lullaby by Chuck PalahniukFight Club by Chuck PalahniukFilms and TV shows mentioned in this episode include:"Snow Bear" directed by Aaron BlaiseThe Lion King directed by Roger Allers and Rob MinkoffBeauty and the Beast directed by Kirk Wise and Gary TrousdaleMulan directed by Tony BancroftBrother Bear directed by Aaron Blaise and Robert WalkerBambi directed by David D. HandMoana directed by Ron Clements and John MuskerMoana 2 directed by David Derrick Jr.Mufasa: The Lion King directed by Barry JenkinsBack to the Future directed by Robert ZemeckisE.T. The Extra-Terrestrial directed by Steven SpielbergAladdin directed by John Musker and Ron ClementsOh Brother, Where Art Thou directed by Joel & Ethan CoenThe Big Lebowski directed by Joel CoenClose Encounters of the Third Kind directed by Steven SpielbergJaws directed by Steven SpielbergThe Little Mermaid directed by Ron Clements and John MuskerTarzan directed by Chris Buck and Kevin LimaPocahontas directed by Eric Goldberg and Mike Gabriel"Dear Basketball" directed by Glen KeaneThe Wild Robot directed by Chris SandersLilo & Stitch (2002) directed by Dean DeBlois and Chris SandersLilo & Stitch (2025) directed by Dean Fleischer CampHow to Train Your Dragon (2010) directed by Chris Sanders and Dean DeBloisHow to Train Your Dragon (2025) directed by Dean DeBloisPolar written by Aaron BlaiseThe Hidden written by Aaron BlaiseFollow Aaron on Instagram @aaronblaiseart, check out his work at www.creatureartteacher.com and be sure to check out the film at Tribeca this June.Support the show

A Disney Renaissance ClassicJoin hosts Krissy Lenz and Nathan Blackwell with special guest Mandy Kaplan as they dive under the sea to explore Disney's animation breakthrough The Little Mermaid. This 1989 film marked the beginning of the Disney Renaissance and set the template for modern Disney princess stories with its memorable songs and colorful characters.The trio discusses how this film revolutionized Disney animation, introducing the now-standard "I Want" song with "Part of Your World" (which executives initially wanted to cut!). They explore how Ariel represented a new kind of Disney princess: rebellious, independent, and actively pursuing her dreams, even if those dreams involved marrying a handsome prince at sixteen.From Ursula's divine inspiration (literally—she was modeled after drag queen Divine) to the spectacular voice talents of Jodi Benson, Pat Carroll, and Buddy Hackett, the podcast examines what made this film so magical. They also hilariously point out the movie's scientific inaccuracies and questionable life lessons while acknowledging its undeniable charm and cultural impact.Key topics covered:How The Little Mermaid launched the Disney RenaissanceThe groundbreaking songwriting and animation techniquesScientific inaccuracies that plague the underwater worldAriel's questionable decision-making as a lovestruck teenagerPerfect villain creation with Ursula the sea witchThe hidden Disney princess dress references in Ariel's pink gownVoice actor highlights, including Mandy's date with the voice of Prince Eric!The film's enduring legacy and influence on subsequent Disney filmsDeep cut recommendations including Robin Hood, Enchanted, and the Descendants franchiseWhether you're a Disney adult or just appreciate the film's artistic significance, this episode captures why The Little Mermaid continues to enchant audiences decades later. As Krissy notes, "Whatever the magic is, they've got it." So grab your dinglehopper, brush up on your seagull vocabulary, and remember to be excellent to each other! --We couldn't do this without your support of The Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast! Thank you!Join now for: $5/Month • $55/year • Learn More

This week we have another Disney remake episode with Aladdin (1992) and Aladdin (2019).-----The Movies:Aladdin (1992)Directed by Ron Clements & John MuskerWritten by Ron Clements, John Musker, Ted Elliott & Terry Rossio iMDb Rating: 8.0Aladdin (2019)Directed by Guy RitchieWritten by John August & Guy RitchieiMDB Rating: 6.9-----Find us on:Discord - https://discord.gg/dxgmcfj552Tumblr - @ItTakesTwoPodInstagram - @ItTakesTwo_podFacebook - @ItTakesTwoPodYoutube - @ittakestwonzBluesky - @ittakestwoOur website - ItTakesTwo.co.nz-----

"First, that fez and vest combo is much too third-century. These patches. What are we trying to say? Beggar? No. Let's work with me here." We watched the Disney animated classic “Aladdin," and we wish we could go back and watch it again for the first time. We've seen this movie countless times, and Robin Williams' unforgettable performance as Genie still makes us laugh to this day. We also have to talk about the power couple Aladdin and Jasmine. Aladdin was the first crush of many little queer boys across the land, and we all wanted to be Princess Jasmine (that hair!). Let's face it, this movie is FULL of queer representation - from the Genie's fierce impressions to Jafar mincing around the Agrabah Palace. And don't worry - we talk about the phenomenon that is #Jafarina (look it up). This movie is a bona fide classic, and maybe we're still singing "A Whole New World" in our heads, and maybe we're (definitely) singing Jasmine's solo.  Thanks for listening and don't forget to subscribe, rate and review us on Apple Podcasts! www.patreon.com/moviesthatmadeusgay Facebook/Instagram: @moviesthatmadeusgay Bluesky: @MTMUGPod.bsky.social Scott Youngbauer: Twitter @oscarscott / Instagram @scottyoungballer Peter Lozano: Twitter/Instagram Peterlasagna

A look back into the archive now, for a movie I've mentioned several times in previous episodes, talking about John Musker and Ron Clements, and the movie they actually really wanted to make.This is it - Treasure Planet.And it is, indeed, a treasure, but like Atlantis: The Lost Empire, it was lost on early 2000s Disney viewers, but it's an outstanding achievement, looks beautiful, and is largely forgotten in Disney's back catalogue.It deserves re-evaluation though, as does this very old episode of the podcast!(Episode originally released 1st March 2020)I would love to hear your thoughts on (From the Archive) Treasure Planet !Verbal Diorama is now an award-winning podcast! I won the Best Movie Podcast in the inaugural Ear Worthy Independent Podcast Awards recently. I am beyond thrilled, and hugely grateful to the Ear Worthy team. It means so much to me to be recognised by a fellow indie outlet, and congratulations to all the other winners!CONTACT.... Twitter @verbaldiorama Instagram @verbaldiorama Facebook @verbaldiorama Letterboxd @verbaldiorama Email verbaldiorama [at] gmail [dot] com Website verbaldiorama.comSUPPORT VERBAL DIORAMA....Give this podcast a five-star Rate & Review Join the Patreon | Send a Tip ABOUT VERBAL DIORAMAVerbal Diorama is hosted, produced, edited, researched, recorded and marketed by me, Em | This podcast is hosted by Captivate, try it yourself for free. Theme Music: Verbal Diorama Theme Song. Music by Chloe Enticott - Compositions by Chloe. Lyrics by Chloe Enticott (and me!) Production by Ellis Powell-Bevan of Ewenique StudioPatrons: Sade, Claudia, Simon, Laurel, Derek, Cat, Andy, Mike, Luke, Michael, Scott, Brendan, Lisa, Sam, Jack, Dave, Stuart, Nicholas, Zo, Kev, Pete, Heather, Danny, Aly, Stu, Brett, Philip M, Michele, Xenos, Sean, Ryno, Philip K, Adam, Elaine, Kyle and Aaron.Mentioned in this episode:From the ArchiveThere's no new episode this week, so I thought you might be interested in revisiting this slightly older, but no less brilliant episode. Just bear in mind, this episode is several years old, it may not sound quite as polished as newer episodes, and new information may have come to light in recent years with regards to the making of this movie (please see above for the original date of release) Please enjoy this time capsule of an episode. Thanks for listening!This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy

Send us a textToday is the second of a five episode preview of the 97th Academy Awards where I will be breaking down each and every category throughout the week. Today I am joined by Enrico Banson from the Director's Notes newsletter to break down Best Animated Feature, Best International Feature, Best Documentary Feature, Best Original Score, and Best Original Song. I've listed the nominees below along with a few other films mentioned throughout the episode.Be sure to subscribe to the podcast to get all the preview episodes this week, and head over to my Substack to submit your guesses for my annual Oscar prediction contest.The nominees for each category are listed below.Best Animated Feature:FlowInside Out 2Memoir of a SnailWallace & Gromit: Vengeance Most FowlThe Wild RobotBest International Feature:Emilia Pérez (France)Flow (Latvia)The Girl with the Needle (Denmark)I'm Still Here (Brazil)The Seed of the Sacred Fig (Germany)Best Documentary Feature:Black Box Diaries No Other LandPorcelain WarSoundtrack to a Coup d'EtatSugarcaneBest Original Score:The BrutalistConclaveEmilia PérezWickedThe Wild RobotBest Original Song:"El Mal" from Emilia Pérez"The Journey" from The Six Triple Eight"Like a Bird" from Sing Sing "Mi Camino" from Emilia Pérez "Never Too Late" from Elton John: Never Too Late Other films mentioned in this episode include:"Incident" directed by Bill Morrison20 Days in Mariupol directed by Mstyslav ChernovThe Eternal Memory directed by Maite AlberdiNavalny directed by Daniel RoherSummer of Soul directed by Ahmir-Khalib ThompsonMy Octopus Teacher directed by Pippa Ehrlich and James ReedWill & Harper directed by Josh GreenbaumPiece by Piece directed by Morgan NevilleFlee directed by Jonas Poher RasmussenThe Remarkable Life of Ibelin directed by Benjamin Ree"The Last Repair Shop" directed by Ben Proudfoot and Kris BowersThe Last Showgirl directed by Gia CoppolaArmageddon directed by Michael BayThe Lion King directed by Roger Allers and Rob MinkoffRocket Man directed by Dexter FletcherCoco directed by Lee UnkrichEncanto directed by Byron Howard and Jared BushAladdin directed by John Musker and Ron ClementsOther media mentioned in this episode include:"Never My Love" performed by The Association"I Don't Want to Miss a Thing" by Diane Warren, performed by Aerosmith"How Do I Live" by Diane Warren, performed by LeAnn Rimes"Remember Me" by Robert Lopez and Kristen Anderson-Lopez"We Don't Talk About Bruno" by Lin-Manuel Miranda"Dos Oruguitas" by Lin-Manuel Miranda"A Whole New World" by Alan Menken and Tim Rice

This week, we are comparing Treasure Planet (2002) and Muppet Treasure Island (1996), two unusual adaptations of Robert Louis Stevenson's classic novel.-----The Movies:Treasure Planet (2002)Directed by Ron Clements & John MuskerWritten by Ron Clements, John Musker & Rob EdwardsBased on ‘Treasure Island' by Robert Louis StevensoniMDb Rating: 7.2Muppet Treasure Island (1996)Directed by Brian HensonWritten by Jerry Juhl, Kirk R. Thatcher & James V. HartBased on ‘Treasure Island' by Robert Louis StevensoniMDB Rating: 6.9-----Find us on:Discord - https://discord.gg/dxgmcfj552Tumblr - @ItTakesTwoPodInstagram - @ItTakesTwo_podFacebook - @ItTakesTwoPodYoutube - @ittakestwonzBluesky - @ittakestwoOur website - ItTakesTwo.co.nz-----Content Warning:Mentions of death, piracy, family abandonment

This podcast is now six! And to celebrate, some Renaissance Disney.The story of Heracles is revered across Greek mythology, but this isn't Heracles. This is Hercules. Same guy, kind of, but this isn't just a retelling of a Greek myth—it's a whole exploration of what makes a true hero; taking some "creative liberties" with the original myth—goodbye tragic backstories, hello superhero narratives (as well as Disney's penchant for merchandise!)Hercules' journey from zero to hero is basically the story of Superman (with a bit of Rocky thrown in for good measure) and the celebrity of Michael Jordan, introducing everything from his quirky sidekick Phil, antagonist Hades, love interest Megara, and the Muses who steal the show with their gospel flair. It's a stark contrast to the serious, more Oscar-bait films that preceded it, like Pocahontas and The Hunchback of Notre Dame.A movie about Hercules isn't really focused on Hercules though, because Hades exists, and Meg is also one of Disney's most complex and interesting heroines. The film's animation style was a bold departure from previous Disney works, merging traditional and modern techniques, taking inspiration from Gerald Scarfe.Hercules is fun, flawed and fascinating, it's timeless and so very late '90s, and only exists so that John Musker and Ron Clements could make the movie they actually really wanted to make instead.... I would love to hear your thoughts on Hercules (1997) !Verbal Diorama is now an award-winning podcast! I won the Best Movie Podcast in the inaugural Ear Worthy Independent Podcast Awards recently. I am beyond thrilled, and hugely grateful to the Ear Worthy team. It means so much to me to be recognised by a fellow indie outlet, and congratulations to all the other winners!CONTACT.... Twitter @verbaldiorama Instagram @verbaldiorama Facebook @verbaldiorama Letterboxd @verbaldiorama Email verbaldiorama [at] gmail [dot] com Website verbaldiorama.comSUPPORT VERBAL DIORAMA....Give this podcast a five-star Rate & Review Join the Patreon | Send a Tip ABOUT VERBAL DIORAMAVerbal Diorama is hosted, produced, edited, researched, recorded and marketed by me, Em | This podcast is hosted by Captivate, try it yourself for free. Theme Music: Verbal Diorama Theme Song. Music by Chloe Enticott - Compositions by Chloe. Lyrics by Chloe Enticott (and me!) Production by Ellis Powell-Bevan of Ewenique StudioPatrons: Claudia, Simon, Laurel, Derek, Cat, Andy, Mike, Luke, Michael, Scott, Brendan, Lisa, Sam, Jack, Dave, Stuart, Nicholas, Zo, Kev, Pete, Heather, Danny, Aly, Stu, Brett, Philip M, Michele, Xenos, Sean, Ryno,...

Send us a textToday's episode is my 100th episode(!) and my conversation about the 1927 film 7th Heaven. My friend Maria Banson from the Brunello Bombshell newsletter joins me to discuss the film and we talk about the connection between Janet Gaynor and Charles Farrell that began with this film, the religious undertones that keep cropping up throughout the film, and some stunning cinematography that has to be seen to be believed.You can watch 7th Heaven on YouTube and be sure to check out Maria's newsletter.Other films mentioned in this episode include:Moulin Rouge! directed by Baz LuhrmannStreet Angel directed by Frank BorzageSadie Thompson directed by Raoul WalshAladdin directed by John Musker and Ron ClementsCasablanca directed by Michael CurtizAnora directed by Sean BakerAll Quiet on the Western Front directed by Lewis MilestoneAll Quiet on the Western Front directed by Edward BergerDownton Abbey (series)Sunrise: A Song of Two Humans directed by F. W. MurnauBirth of a Nation directed by D.W. GriffithLeave it to Beaver (series)La La Land directed by Damien ChazelleBabylon directed by Damien ChazelleThe Love Parade directed by Ernst LubitschIt Happened One Night directed by Frank Capra

Mele Kalikimaka as the ThawedCast covers 'Moana,' the monumental 2016 film from Walt Disney Animation Studios, directed by longtime Disney Animation dynamic duo John Musker and Ron Clements, and co-directed by Don Hall and Chris Williams. Bridget, Lara and Philip revisit the mythical ancient Polynesian world of Moana of Motunui (Auli'i Cravalho) and her adventures with the demigod Maui (Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson). Moana--a princess of sorts as the daughter of the chief--is faced with inheriting the leadership of an insular island nation that has abandoned its seafaring roots. However, she must learn to sail in order to restore the Heart of Te Fiti, a magical relic bestowed on her by the ocean. Failing in her mission would doom her island to a growing famine. Guided by her grandmother's spirit and the power of the ocean, she first seeks out the aid of the shapeshifter Maui. He reluctantly agrees to accompany her, first to retrieve his magical fishhook, and then to potentially face the perils posed by the demon Te Kā, who has corrupted the influence of the nature goddess Te Fiti. Follow The ThawedCast: Conversations About Animation: twitter.com/thawedcast and instagram.com/thawedcast. instagram.com/partoflarasworld, instagram.com/bridget5246, instagram.com/philipehlke. Visit thawedcast.com

FIRST 29:00 are a spoiler-free review with our See It/Skip It verdict AFTER 29:00 it's a full spoiler review This week's See It Or Skip has us talking about the sequel to one of Disney's most beloved films of the computer animated era. Join us as we look at Moana 2 as Moana is on a quest to unite all the people of the ocean with the help of Maui, Hey Hey, Pua, but not Ron Clements, John Musker or Lin-Manuel Miranda.  Ian is joined by BFF of the BFE: Juleen as we discuss whether the original film needed a sequel, do the new songs hold up with the old ones, if they're creating a Moana Cinematic Universe and Ian keeps comparing Moana to a high-concept film of a much different genre - but which one? We'll answer all these questions on Moana 2 and then we tell you whether you should SEE IT or SKIP IT.   ca6833bd93b7cabefe7b648d443e4d8c3983187b 

Jay and Mark discuss the 2016 animated blockbuster Moana. Directed by John Musker and Ron Clements, and featuring voicework from Auli'i Cravalho, Dwayne Johnson and Jemaine Clement, the movie focuses on what happens when a young woman and a demigod go on a waterlogged adventure. In this episode, they also talk about tattoo regrets, classy pee jokes and blow darts.

Joe, Kyle, and Rick review the 1997 Disney animated film Hercules. Directed by John Musker and Ron Clements, with music by Alan Menken. The film stars Tate Donovan, Danny DeVito, James Woods, Susan Egan, and Rip Torn. We ranked 9 of the songs from the soundtrack, as well as picked our favorite lines, characters, performers, and scenes. Enjoy!

For this third archive episode, Chris and Alex revisit a real bucket list moment by journeying back to July 2021 and the episode on Treasure Planet (Ron Clements & John Musker, 2002), which featured as its very special guests the film's directors Ron Clements and John Musker. Faced with a host of technical issues (alongside barely-concealed disbelief when Disney animation royalty first joined the video call), this episode is a particular favourite, and for good reason - expect turns to the industrial origins of Treasure Planet and the film's initial pitching to Disney chairman and chief executive Michael Eisner, Jeffrey Katzenberg, Roy E. Disney, and Thomas Schumacher, as well as reflections on its use of the digital painting tools in relation to the landscape of Hollywood animation of the 1990s. **Fantasy/Animation theme tune composed by Francisca Araujo** **As featured on Feedspot's 25 Best London Education Podcasts**

Chris and Alex continue their journey back through the Fantasy/Animation podcast with this reminder of an early episode looking at the Disney animated musical Aladdin (Ron Clements & John Musker, 1992), which featured as its special guest Steve Henderson - Editor of the Skwigly Online Animation Magazine and Director of the Manchester Animation Festival. Originally recorded as Episode 21 back in May 2020, this instalment appeared just before the Guy Ritchie-directed remake that was covered on the podcast almost exactly a year later, and marked Fantasy/Animation's first look at the Disney Renaissance, as well as featuring turns to the star voice, digital VFX imagery, and animation's own history of Orientalist imaginaries. **Fantasy/Animation theme tune composed by Francisca Araujo** **As featured on Feedspot's 25 Best London Education Podcasts**

The Fantasy/Animation podcast is soon to break for the summer, but not before a few more episodes to round off the series - this time, it is the “Arabian fantasy” The Thief of Bagdad (Michael Powell, Ludwig Berger & Tim Whelan, 1940) that provides the focus for Episode 142, as Chris and Alex try to make sense of its story and style drawn from the “One Thousand and One Nights” collection of Middle Eastern folktales and its reproduction of Orientialist imaginaries and iconographies. Topics include The Thief of Bagdad's sustained fascination with the Orient and storytelling interest in the exoticism and erotics of magic and spells; fantasy and animation's historical links with the development of Technicolor, and how The Thief of Bagdad marks the inaugural use of the Technicolor blue-screen travelling matte process; the stylistic influence of Powell's film on the characters and setting of Walt Disney's Aladdin (Ron Clements & John Musker, 1992); and how the film manifests insidious tropes of Empire within its broader Anti-Arab sentiment. **Fantasy/Animation theme tune composed by Francisca Araujo** **As featured on Feedspot's 25 Best London Education Podcasts**

Directed by John Musker and Ron Clements, Hercules is the animated musical fantasy film, loosely based on the legendary hero Heracles (known in the film by his Roman name, Hercules), a son of Zeus in Greek mythology. Luke and Jae journey back to the legendary times of Ancient Greece (also known as 1997) to revist this Walt Disney Feature Animation produced film. Hercules (Tate Donovan), a son of gods, was snatched as a baby by Hades (James Woods) and forced to live among mortals as a half-man, half-god. Now a teenager, Hercules needs to perform a rite of passage on Earth to prove himself worthy of living with the gods on Mount Olympus. With his plucky satyr sidekick, Philoctetes (Danny DeVito), along for the ride, Hercules must learn how to use his strength to defeat a series of evil creatures.

In today's interview, I speak with Katie Gee Salisbury, a writer and photographer whose work has appeared in the New York Times, Vanity Fair, The Believer, and the Asian American Writers' Workshop. She also writes the newsletter Half-Caste Woman. She has spoken about her work at the Museum of Chinese in America, Barnard College, New York University, and gave a TED Talk entitled “As American as Chop Suey.” She joins me today to talk about her first book, Not Your China Doll: The Wild and Shimmering Life of Anna May Wong. Listen to hear how Anna May Wong reinvented herself and took control of her career when Hollywood wouldn't cast her in leading roles and how she changed her approach to portraying Asian characters after visiting China. Books mentioned in this episode include:Ghosts Of Gold Mountain: The Epic Story of the Chinese Who Built the Transcontinental Railroad by Gordon H. ChangRiver of Shadows: Eadweard Muybridge and the Technological Wild West by Rebecca SolnitSwanson on Swanson by Gloria SwansonAnna May Wong: From Laundryman's Daughter to Hollywood Legend by Russell Gao HodgesAnna May Wong: Performing the Modern by Shirley J. LimLulu in Hollywood by Louise BrooksHow the Word Is Passed: A Reckoning with the History of Slavery Across America by Clint SmithSame Bed Different Dreams by Ed ParkFilms mentioned in this episode include:The Good Earth directed by Sidney FranklinKing of Chinatown directed by Nick GrindeCrazy Rich Asians directed by Jon M. ChuThe Empire Strikes Back directed by Irvin KershnerSwingers directed by Doug LimanVertigo directed by Alfred HitchcockRaiders of the Lost Ark directed by Steven SpielbergThe Little Mermaid directed by John Musker and Ron Clements

Merry Christmas! Disney and pop-culturists Aljon Go and Dave Bossert chat with Director/Animator, John Musker, about this new animated short, "I'm Hip." John Musker, Animator/director; joined Disney in 1977 where he animated on The Small One, The Fox and the Hound, and The Black Cauldron. He worked on the story of the latter film. He co-directed, with Ron Clements, The Great Mouse Detective, The Little Mermaid, Aladdin, Hercules, Treasure Planet, and The Princess and the Frog (bio from D23). Skull Rock Podcast is brought to you by the generosity of the following companies: Shure and their ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MV7 - Podcast Microphone Kit (shure.com)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Sound Extraordinary | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Old Mill Press - “Publishing beautifully crafted books that illuminate our world.” To learn more visit theoldmillpress.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - and listeners like you. Follow us ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Skull Rock Podcast | Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Aljon Go (@aljongo) • Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠- Aljon's ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dining at Disney Podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and Sorcerer Radio - All Disney Music, All Day Long ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SRSounds.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - E-mail: aljon@skullrockpodcast.com || ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dave Bossert (@dave_bossert) • Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠- dave@skullrockpodcast.com. For more great behind-the-scenes stories and articles visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠davidbossert.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Shop using our Amazon affiliate link - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/3uld8or⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Book your next Disney, Universal, and Cruise vacation with Kristen themeparksandcruises@gmail.com. Thanks to you, the Skull Rock Podcast is on the list of the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Best Disney Podcasts You Must Follow (feedspot.com)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. - Outro music "The Pirate King" composed by Jared Rehnquist/Untold Journey - Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License. LISTENER BONUS!!! *The Old Mill Press is offering a special discount for listeners! Use the code HOLIDAY10 and save an additional 10% off your entire order of Dave's books and more ⁠theoldmillpress.com!⁠ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/skullrockpodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/skullrockpodcast/support

Judy Carmichael interviews John Musker  

A deep dive and reminiscence of the Disney Animated HERCULES (1997), Directed by John Musker and Ron Clements and starring the voices of Tate Donovan, Susan Egan, Danny DeVito, Rip Torn, Matt Frewer, Bobcat Goldthwait and James Woods. ***Warning...SPOILERS***

In my third and final part of the Thanksgiving special, I interview four of the five creators of the animated short film "Boom," which won the Gold Medal in animation at the 2023 Student Academy Awards.Listen to hear the team discuss the process for developing the story, what they enjoyed about visiting Los Angeles, and some of the movies that have inspired them.Follow them on Instagram:Boom Short Film – @boom_shortfilmGabriel Augerai – @gabima_ruRomain Augier – @romainaugierrCharles Di Cicco – @karlbad_artLaurie Pereira – @laurie.pikaminYannick Jacquin – @yayajcqnBooks mentioned in this episode include:Works of Fyodor DostoevskyWorks of Marcel ProustRobinson Crusoe by Daniel DefoeLe Rouge et le Noir (The Red and the Black) by StendhalIm Westen nichts Neues (All Quiet on the Western Front) by Erich Maria RemarqueFilms mentioned in this episode include:“Boom” directed by Gabriel Augerai, Romain Augier, Laurie Pereira de Figueiredo, Charles Di Cicco, and Yannick JacquinTreasure Planet directed by John Musker, Ron ClementsPirates of the Caribbean directed by Gore VerbinskiPaprika directed by Satoshi KonChungking Express directed by Wong Kar-waiIron Man directed by Jon FavreauForrest Gump directed by Robert Zemeckis

Next up in Animation Month we watched the 1997 Disney classic based on the greek myth, Hercules. Directed by John Musker and Ron Clements the film follows the titular Hercules, a demigod with super-strength raised among mortals, who must learn to become a true hero in order to earn back his godhood and place in Mount Olympus, while his evil uncle Hades plots his downfall. It features the voices of Tate Donovan, Danny DeVito, James Woods, and Susan Egan. Come join us!!! Website : http://tortelliniatnoon.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tortelliniatnoonpodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TortelliniAtNoon Twitter: https://twitter.com/PastaMoviePod                            

Aflevering 100 is feest! We vieren 100 jaar Disney, live vanop 'Disney100: The Exhibition' in München (vanaf 13 oktober te zien in Londen), met een trip down memory lane voor mezelf. Het is de start van seizoen drie van deze podcast, dat opnieuw 100 procent rond Disney zal draaien. De komende zes afleveringen zoemen in op een facet van Disney, net zoals de zes hoofdstukken van mijn binnenkort te verschijnen boek ‘Do you speak Disney?' bij Lannoo. Daarna waag ik me aan de live action films en remakes, als excuus om de oude tekenfilms nog eens tegen het licht te houden. Maar nu vanop de officiële 100 jaar expo, met aanvullende fragmenten uit een decennium eigen interviews. Passeren de revue: Alan Menken, Emily Blunt, Emma Watson, Hans Zimmer, John Lasseter, John Musker, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Raoul Servais, Ron Clements, Tim Burton en Tom Fitzgerald.

The Little Mermaid is a literary fairy tale written by the Danish author Hans Christian Andersen, first published in 1837 as part of a collection of fairy tales for children. The story follows the journey of a young mermaid who is willing to give up her life in the sea as a mermaid to gain a human soul.   The original story has been a subject of multiple analyses by scholars such as Jacob Bøggild and Pernille Heegaard, as well as the folklorist Maria Tatar. These analyses cover various aspects of the story, from interpreting the themes to discussing why Andersen chose to write a tragic story with a happy ending. It has been adapted to various media, including musical theatre, anime, ballet, opera, and film. There is also a statue portraying the mermaid in Copenhagen, Denmark, where the story was written and first published.   The Little Mermaid is a 1989 American animated musical fantasy film produced by Walt Disney Feature Animation and released by Walt Disney Pictures. The 28th Disney animated feature film, it is loosely based on the 1837 Danish fairy tale of the same name by Hans Christian Andersen. The film was written and directed by John Musker and Ron Clements and produced by Musker and Howard Ashman, who also wrote the film's songs with Alan Menken. Menken also composed the film's score. Featuring the voices of Jodi Benson, Christopher Daniel Barnes, Pat Carroll, Samuel E. Wright, Jason Marin, Kenneth Mars, and Buddy Hackett, The Little Mermaid tells the story of a teenage mermaid princess named Ariel, who dreams of becoming human and falls in love with a human prince named Eric, which leads her to make a magic deal with the sea witch, Ursula, to become human and be with him.   The Little Mermaid was released to theaters on November 17, 1989, to critical acclaim, earning praise for the animation, music, and characters. It was also a commercial success, garnering $84 million at the domestic box office during its initial release, and $235 million in total lifetime gross worldwide. Along with the major success of both Disney's 1986 animated film The Great Mouse Detective  and the 1988 Disney/Amblin live-action/animated film Who Framed Roger Rabbit, The Little Mermaid is given credit for breathing life back into the art of Disney animated feature films after some films produced by Disney were struggling. It also marked the start of the era known as the Disney Renaissance. The film won two Academy Awards for Best Original Score and Best Original Song ("Under the Sea").   Opening Credits; Introduction (1.19); Background History (14.13); The Little Mermaid Plot Synopsis (15.17); Book Thoughts (21.47); Introducing a Film (58.50); The Little Mermaid (1989) Film Trailer (1:02.28); Lights, Camera, Action (1:03.49); How Many Stars (1:50.42); End Credits (1:52.10); Closing Credits (1:53.48)   Opening Credits– Epidemic Sound – Copyright . All rights reserved   Closing Credits:  In Harmony by Jodi Benson.  Taken from the Little Mermaid Television Soundtrack.  Copyright 1992 Disney Records.  Kiss The Girl by Ashley Tidsdale.  Taken from The Little Mermaid Soundtrack  Copyright 2006 Disney Records. ​ Original Music copyrighted 2020 Dan Hughes Music and the Literary License Podcast.    All rights reserved.  Used by Kind Permission.   All songs available through Amazon Music.  

We're covering the Disney seafaring animated classic(?) Moana, its themes of ancestry, forgiveness, and restorative justice, where it ranks among other classics when it comes to songs, sidekicks, and more, and discovering that we, too, are Moana.   Moana (also known as Vaiana or Oceania in some markets) is a 2016 American computer-animated musical fantasy action-adventure film produced by Walt Disney Animation Studios and released by Walt Disney Pictures. The 56th Disney animated feature film, it was directed by John Musker and Ron Clements, co-directed by Chris Williams and Don Hall, and produced by Osnat Shurer, from a screenplay written by Jared Bush, and a story by Clements, Musker, Williams, Hall, Pamela Ribon, and the writing team of Aaron and Jordan Kandell. The film introduces Auliʻi Cravalho as the voice of Moana and also features the ensemble voices of Dwayne Johnson, Rachel House, Temuera Morrison, Jemaine Clement, Nicole Scherzinger, and Alan Tudyk. It features original songs written by Lin-Manuel Miranda, Opetaia Foa'i, and Mark Mancina, and an orchestral score also composed by Mancina. Set in ancient Polynesia, the film tells the story of Moana, the strong-willed daughter of a chief of a coastal village, who is chosen by the ocean itself to reunite a mystical relic with the goddess Te Fiti. When a blight strikes her island, Moana sets sail in search of Maui, a legendary demigod, in the hope of returning the relic to Te Fiti and saving her people. The plot is original, but takes inspiration from Polynesian myths.

The Little Mermaid was released in 1989. It is a captivating animated musical that continues to enchant audiences of all ages. Directed by Ron Clements and John Musker, this Disney masterpiece marked the renaissance of the studio's animated films, ushering in a new era of storytelling and unforgettable characters. The film takes us on a magical underwater journey to the depths of the ocean, where we meet Ariel, a curious and spirited young mermaid with an insatiable longing for life on land. Voiced by the talented Jodi Benson, Ariel's character embodies innocence, independence, and a yearning for adventure that resonates with viewers even today. The storyline is based on the timeless fairy tale by Hans Christian Andersen and successfully infuses it with Disney's signature charm and whimsy. The narrative strikes a perfect balance between lightheartedness and emotional depth, exploring themes of sacrifice, self-discovery, and the power of true love. It captivates the audience from the opening scene and holds their attention until the very end. Plans for a remake of 1989's The Little Mermaid were confirmed in May 2016. In December 2017, Disney announced Marshall was being courted to direct the film. Bailey, Tremblay, Awkwafina, and the rest of the cast signed on between July to November 2019. After a delay by the COVID-19 pandemic, the filming ultimately took place primarily at Pinewood Studios in England and on the island of Sardinia, Italy, from January to July 2021. Composer Alan Menken, who worked on the original film's soundtrack, returned to compose the score and write new songs alongside Lin-Manuel Miranda, who serves as a producer with Platt, John DeLuca and Marshall. The film was released in the United States on May 26. Critics praised the performances of the cast and the musical sequences but criticized the visual effects and character designs. But which one is the best? This is the subject that Rachel and Jeremiah tackle on this week's episode of Mouse House Weekly. They compare plots, characters and music, giving each subject a score. At the end they tally up and find out which film is best.   Connect with Mouse House Weekly: Facebook community Twitter Instagram Golden Spiral Media Feedback Page

«¿Oiga?, ¿oiga?, ¿oiga?, ¿oiga? ¡Hola Dimitri!, oye oye no te oigo muy bien, ¿No podrías bajar un poquito La Internacional?» Así comienza la conversación telefónica que en «Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb» mantienen el presidente de los Estados Unidos (Peter Sellers) con su homólogo soviético y es una de esas conversaciones, de esos diálogos, de esas escenas que son cine para el recuerdo. En el episodio de hoy hablamos sobre guerras frías, infancias, cines de antes, cosas de antes, actrices y actores que lo mismo planchaban un huevo que freían una corbata. Hablamos de Kubrick, su cine, el cine y la vida, valga la redundancia. RECOMENDACIONES LIBÉRRIMAS: —«Elvis», (2022), de Baz Luhrmann. —«Basil, el ratón superdetective», (1986), de Burny Mattinson, Ron Clements, John Musker y David Michener. Intervienen: José Antonio Fúster (@joseafuster) e Iñako Rozas (@inakorozas). Control técnico: Marcos Machado.

“Don't be held back by what you think should be. Think of only what is.” Welcome to a captivating episode of "We Watch It!" - the ultimate podcast where cinephiles Cody Aaron Hanify, Shannon Mahaffey, and J.T. Hazzard dive into the magical realm of film. In this episode, we're all about Disney's highly anticipated live action remake of "The Little Mermaid."Get ready to embark on an enchanting undersea adventure as our hosts dissect and discuss every aspect of this reimagined classic. From the mesmerizing visuals to the spellbinding performances, no scale will be left unturned.J.T. Hazzard, our resident film school graduate, brings his keen eye for cinematography and storytelling to the table. He'll be breaking down the movie's visuals, exploring how the live action treatment elevates the beloved animated original.Shannon Mahaffey, with her unparalleled passion for character development and narrative arcs, will delve deep into the characters of "The Little Mermaid." Join her as she explores the motivations and growth of our favorite sea-dwelling heroine, Ariel, and the rest of the beloved cast.And last but not least, we have Cody Aaron Hanify, our film fanatic with the wit and humor behind the mic. Together, they'll navigate through the film's narrative twists and turns, discussing how the live action adaptation compares to its animated counterpart. They'll ponder the themes of identity, love, and sacrifice that are at the heart of "The Little Mermaid."Join us for an insightful, entertaining, and in-depth conversation as we splash into the world of "The Little Mermaid" like never before. Whether you're a die-hard Disney fan or just a casual moviegoer, this episode promises to be a wave of fun and analysis that you won't want to miss.So, grab your fins and dive into this special episode of "We Watch It!" as we explore the depths of "The Little Mermaid" live action remake.- THE LITTLE MERMAID -DIRECTED BYRob MarshallWRITTEN BYDavid Magee (screenplay by)Hans Christian Andersen (based on the story by)John Musker (based on Disney's "The Little Mermaid" animation screenplay by) STARRING Halle BaileyJonah Hauer-KingMelissa McCarthyJavier Bardem Noma DumezweniArt MalikDaveed DiggsJacob TremblayAwkwafina

Minutes into Disney's “live-action” remake of The Little Mermaid and it becomes impossible to not compare this overlong, overbaked version to the 1989 original animated classic that set off the Disney Animation Renaissance of the late 1980s after years of mediocrity and failures, restoring the Mouse House to its former glory before going on to dominate the entertainment world. Unlike most of Disney's recent remakes, knowledge of John Musker and Ron Clements's film feels like a necessary requirement, almost as if they're counting on your love of these songs and characters to help distract you from what a poor unfortunate imitation it is.

Text us and say hello!*NOTE* There will be SPOILERS in this review!In this week's episode, we're following up on our discussion from last week around 1989's animated Disney Classic, The Little Mermaid.  Beth checked it out opening weekend, but what does she think about it?  Can it stand on its own two…legs? (Ba-dum, tss)  Is all the controversy not worth a fork? (Yeah, not as good, I know) Let's find out together! Kick back, and enjoy as Beth and I discuss her thoughts on Disney's live-action 2023 remake of The Little Mermaid. Support the Show.We've got merch!Check out the site for some awesome Gen 'S' swag :)

Text us and say hello!So with the new live-action remake coming out, I thought it might be time toto swim down memory lane with a special episode of the Generation 'S' Podcast! We're diving deep into the enchanting world of Disney's "The Little Mermaid." Join my wife Beth and I as we take a nostalgic trip back to the 90s and immerse ourselves in the timeless magic of this animated masterpiece.Discover the resurgence of Disney animation during the late 80s and early 90s and learn about the creative minds behind the movie, including directors Ron Clements and John Musker, as well as the talented composer Alan Menken.Of course, we can't forget our beloved princess, Ariel! We'll discuss her significance as a Disney princess and delve into her journey of self-discovery, independence, and finding her voice. We'll also dive into the film's themes of dreams, freedom, and self-identity that have resonated with audiences for decades.Join us in celebrating the memorable characters that have captured our hearts, from the lovable Sebastian to the faithful Flounder and the witty Scuttle. We'll share fun facts and behind-the-scenes anecdotes about the voice actors who brought these iconic characters to life.And we can't talk about "The Little Mermaid" without mentioning its unforgettable music! We'll explore the magnificent musical score by Alan Menken and reminisce about the timeless songs like "Part of Your World," "Under the Sea," and "Kiss the Girl." Get ready for personal anecdotes and favorite musical moments that have stayed with us over the years."The Little Mermaid" made a huge impact on popular culture and revived the Disney animated feature film genre.   So, grab your fins and join us Under the Sea for an unforgettable journey into the enchanting world of "The Little Mermaid"!Support the Show.We've got merch!Check out the site for some awesome Gen 'S' swag :)

Directors/producers John Musker and Ron Clements and co-producer Amy Pell

Happy new year from hosts, Aljon Go & Dave Bossert! This week we ring in the new year with another classic interview from the vault with John Musker, animator/film director/screenwriter/film producer takes us behind the scenes of Disney's Aladdin (1992). PRE-ORDER - Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas Visual Companion (Commemorating 30 Years) (Disney Editions Deluxe) Hardcover by Dave Bossert using our Amazon Affiliate Link - https://amzn.to/3E51hyR. - The Skull Rock Podcast is brought to you by the generosity of the following companies: Shure and their MV7 - Podcast Microphone Kit (shure.com) Sound Extraordinary | The Old Mill Press - “Publishing beautifully crafted books that illuminate our world.” To learn more visit theoldmillpress.com - and listeners like you. Follow us Skull Rock Podcast | Facebook - Aljon Go (@aljongo) • Instagram - Aljon's pop-culture podcasts - The Disney List Podcast - Dining at Disney Podcast - E-mail: aljon@skullrockpodcast.com || Dave Bossert (@dave_bossert) • Instagram - dave@skullrockpodcast.com. For more great behind-the-scenes stories and articles visit davidbossert.com. Shop using our Amazon affiliate link - https://amzn.to/3uld8or - Thanks to you, the Skull Rock Podcast is on the list of the Best Disney Podcasts You Must Follow (feedspot.com). - Outro music "The Pirate King" composed by Jared Rehnquist/Untold Journey - Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/skullrockpodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/skullrockpodcast/support

For 30 years the animated Disney classic "Aladdin" had dazzled and entertained audiences around the world, launching a franchise that includes sequels, animated series, spin-off's, video games, a live action remake and a Broadway adaptation.  Chris and Taylor bring you a special episode filled with childhood memories, lots of laughs and a very special guest, the original voice actor and Broadway performer of Jafar, Jonathan Freeman!  We get insight to how he landed the role of Jafar, the process of making the movie, the Broadway adaptation and the long lasting legacy of the franchise.   Follow us on:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepotentialpodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thepotentialpodcast/?ref=pages_you_manageTwitter: https://twitter.com/thepotentialpodThanks to our sponsor Keen!  Get your first 10 minutes of tarot reading for only $1.99 at trykeen.com/potential

Original Airdate 11/29/2016 With Strange World in theaters this week we're looking back at another Disney animated feature from around the Thanksgiving season Moana! Moana (also known as Vaiana or Oceania in some markets) is a 2016 American 3D computer-animated musical adventure film produced by Walt Disney Animation Studios and distributed by Walt Disney Pictures. The 56th Disney animated feature film, the film is directed by Ron Clements and John Musker, and co-directed by Don Hall and Chris Williams, the film introduces Auliʻi Cravalho as Moana and features the voices of Dwayne Johnson, Rachel House, Temuera Morrison, Jemaine Clement, Nicole Scherzinger, and Alan Tudyk. The film features songs written by Lin-Manuel Miranda, Opetaia Foa'i and Mark Mancina, and an orchestral score also composed by Mancina.

Original Airdate 11/29/2016 With Strange World in theaters this week we're looking back at another Disney animated feature from around the Thanksgiving season Moana! Moana (also known as Vaiana or Oceania in some markets) is a 2016 American 3D computer-animated musical adventure film produced by Walt Disney Animation Studios and distributed by Walt Disney Pictures. The 56th Disney animated feature film, the film is directed by Ron Clements and John Musker, and co-directed by Don Hall and Chris Williams, the film introduces Auliʻi Cravalho as Moana and features the voices of Dwayne Johnson, Rachel House, Temuera Morrison, Jemaine Clement, Nicole Scherzinger, and Alan Tudyk. The film features songs written by Lin-Manuel Miranda, Opetaia Foa'i and Mark Mancina, and an orchestral score also composed by Mancina.

I can show you the world Shining, shimmering, splendid Tell me, princess, now when did You last let your heart decide? I can open your eyes Take you wonder by wonder Over, sideways and under On a magic carpet ride!! Our hosts Ricky Glore Eric M Hunter (letterboxd) Nick Prince Aladdin (1992) Directors Ron Clements John Musker Writers Ron Clements(screenplay by) John Musker(screenplay by) Ted Elliott(screenplay by) Stars Scott Weinger(voice) Robin Williams(voice) Linda Larkin(voice)

This week we have two movies on the docket. We start with Gaysorn Thavat's THE JUSTICE OF BUNNY KING (3:53) a complex, emotionally challenging drama about a homeless mother (Essie Davis) struggling against New Zealand's social services system to win back custody of her children. Then we review Andrew Dominik's BLONDE (25:59) a disgusting, exploitative, and misogynist, fictionalized look at the life of Marilyn Monroe (Ana de Armas). We have A LOT to say about this infuriating film that wallows in trauma and insults Monroe's legacy—none of it is good. And in this week's Patreon exclusive audio, we talk about Ron Clements and John Musker's 1989 Disney animated classic THE LITTLE MERMAID! Join Our Patreon Buy Spoilerpiece Merch

EPISODE 92 – TREASURE PLANET A movie that lives up to its title! This week, Chris discovers the real treasure planet; Brian is, regrettably, Dr. Doppler; Brandon unveils his Tinder bio; and Ashley is, regrettably, B.E.N. BTW: A startling Meatwad impression! Starring: Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Brian Murray, David Hyde Pierce, Emma Thompson, Martin Short, Roscoe Lee Browne, Laurie Metcalf, Dane Davis, Michael Wincott, Patrick McGoohan, and Tony Jay Directed by John Musker and Ron Clements FOLLOW US:Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/trashwatch)Instagram (@trashwatchpodcast)Twitter (@trashwatchcast)TikTok (@trashwatchpodcast)Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/trashwatchpodcast/)Email (trashwatchpodcast@gmail.com)Listen to Brian's music at (https://www.brianhorne.com)Support the show

Starring - Auli'i Cravalho, Dwayne Johnson, Rachel House, Temuera Morrison, Jemaine Clement, Nicole Scherzinger, Alan Tudyk; Directed By - Ron Clements, John Musker; Written By - Jared Bush;  Music - Mark Mancina;  Cinematography - Rob Dressel, Adolph Lusinsky; Editor -  Jeff DraheimWebsite: https://amoviepodcast.com/Twitter: @ItsaFilmPodcastInstagram: @toomanycaptainsproductions

The first episode of our season on the awesome movie year of 1992 features the highest-grossing film at the box office, Disney's Aladdin. Directed and co-written by John Musker and Ron Clements and starring the voices of Scott Weinger, Linda Larkin, Robin Williams, Jonathan Freeman, Douglas Seale and Gilbert Gottfried, Aladdin grossed $504.1 million and won two Oscars. The post Aladdin (1992 Box Office Champ) appeared first on Awesome Movie Year.

Developed during the troubled production of The Black Cauldron (1985) and released when Disney was at a very low period, The Great Mouse Detective was a modest success that convinced new CEO Michael Eisner and new chairman Jeffrey Katzenberg that animated features were still a relevant facet of Disney's business strategy. Based upon Eve Titus and Paul Galdone's Basil of Baker Street, The Great Mouse Detective marked the the first major contributions of many figures who'd become instrumental to the Disney Renaissance, not the least of whom would be directors John Musker and Ron Clements; they would pitch The Little Mermaid to Katzenberg shortly after The Great Mouse Detective turned a profit. Ryan is joined by Rachel, Sylvan, and Cheryl for a lively discussion for this product of Disney's most tumultuous rebuilding phase. Topics for this episode include the film's novel embrace of CGI, its roots in the traditions of animation, Disney's rivalry with Don Bluth during this period, and how The Great Mouse Detective fits in with how Sherlock Holmes has been depicted in film and television over the years. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ryan-valentine3/support

Aaron and Josh Sarnecky are talking about Disney's Hercules for its 25th anniversary. Hercules is an animated musical directed by Ron Clements and John Musker. It is based on the Greco-Roman myth of the same name. The film had a limited release on June 13, 1997, opening across the U.S. on June 27. The film follows Hercules (Tate Donovan, Josh Keaton), son of Zeus (Rip Torn). After Hades (James Woods) turns him mortal, Herc trains with the satyr Phil (Danny DeVito) to become a true hero and win back his godhood. Assisting Hercules is his steed, Pegasus (Frank Welker). During his time amongst the mortals, Hercules falls in love with Meg (Susan Egan), who's secretly working for Hades. The film was generally well-received, despite some mixed reactions. While a box office success, it grossed below projections. The film received an Oscar nomination for Best Song for “Go the Distance.” Aaron and Josh go over the movie's plot, characters, animation, and songs. They also talk about the live-action remake in the works. For more podcasts, you can listen to Josh and Aaron talk about The Lion King and The Hunchback of Notre Dame. Hercules is streaming on Disney+.

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Pop Culturist, Aljon Go, and Filmmaker/Author/Animator, Dave Bossert, celebrate the 30th anniversary of Disney Animation's classic, Aladdin, with John Musker, animator, film director, screenwriter, and film producer (The Great Mouse Detective, The Little Mermaid, Hercules, Treasure Planet, The Princess and the Frog, and Moana). The duo also talks about the latest pop culture, movie, and Disney news including the controversial Academy Awards debacle with Will Smith and Chris Rock. Back Dave Bossert's latest project - The House of the Future: Walt Disney, MIT, and Monsanto's Vision of Tomorrow my newest book project - The House of the Future Book | Indiegogo Follow the team! Skull Rock Podcast | Facebook - Aljon Go (@aljongo) • Instagram & Dave Bossert (@dave_bossert) • Instagram - Email us: aljon@skullrockpodcast.com | dave@skullrockpodcast.com. Thanks to you, the Skull Rock Podcast is on the list of the Best Disney Podcasts You Must Follow (feedspot.com). Outro music "The Pirate King" composed by Jared Rehnquist/Untold Journey - Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/skullrockpodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/skullrockpodcast/support

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Pop Culturist, Aljon Go, and Filmmaker/Author/Animator, Dave Bossert, chat with John Musker, animator, film director, screenwriter, and film producer (The Great Mouse Detective, The Little Mermaid, Aladdin, Hercules, Treasure Planet, The Princess and the Frog, and Moana) about his early career and times at the beginning of CalArts. The duo also talks about the latest pop culture, movie, and Disney news. Back Dave Bossert's latest project - The House of the Future: Walt Disney, MIT, and Monsanto's Vision of Tomorrow my newest book project - The House of the Future Book | Indiegogo Follow the team! Skull Rock Podcast | Facebook - Aljon Go (@aljongo) • Instagram & Dave Bossert (@dave_bossert) • Instagram - Email us: aljon@skullrockpodcast.com | dave@skullrockpodcast.com. Thanks to you, the Skull Rock Podcast is on the list of the Best Disney Podcasts You Must Follow (feedspot.com). Outro music "The Pirate King" composed by Jared Rehnquist/Untold Journey - Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/skullrockpodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/skullrockpodcast/support

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