We're tackling a controversial topic within the Disney fandom: live-action remakes! Join us as we take a walk through Disney's history of this phenomenon and decide which of these films do and do not pass the vibe check. Regular listeners be warned - this episode throws the rubric out! We are strictly grading these films on a pass/fail basis.
Don't miss:
- Our confusion and anger at Disney's refusal to learn from their own successes
- How some films eke out a pass thanks to the advancements they made in the art form of film
- A discussion of all the remakes Disney has in the works and our various levels of concern over them
- Our assessment of the overarching problem with this phenomenon - why we hate this trend, why it's earned Disney so much vitriol from fans and detractors alike, but also why it's successful
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