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IR Film Review: WISH [Disney]

The aspect of Disney animation has evolved. The new age of Disney animation constitutes an interesting parallel where with successes like "Frozen", there is the ability to do interesting swings. "Wish" stars Ariana DeBose as a new form of Disney heroine in a way: Asha but still with the outsider motif which has always been a stalwart in the lexicon.

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IR Film Review: THE CANTERVILLE GHOST [Shout]

The legend of the Canterville Ghost is one that has been heard about in different forms of literature. However transforming it into a kids' animation of sorts is an interesting approach. Non-Disney or Dreamworks outlays sometimes have a bit of trouble with tone, mostly because their brand has not been created yet. "The Canterville Ghost", directed by Kim Burdon, has good pedigree in his cast and a clear view on its progression.

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IR Film Review: LIGHTYEAR [Pixar/Disney]

"Lightyear" knows what it wants to be and it has it down pat. It needs to be something different from the "Toy Story" movies and that is clear from the outset. It is a film about inspiration and forming a found family, warts and all. That is what "Toy Story" was about.

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