Bees Knees of Disney

Cats cats and more cats. But everybody wants to be a cat so how can you argue? The Aristocats is a fun adventure movie with a great song a likable, colorful characters. But is there much more to it than that? Find out in this episode of Bees Knees of Disney! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/max-pinigis/support

You can take the boy out of the jungle, but you can’t take the jungle out of the boy. The Jungle Book has endearing characters, beautiful backgrounds, and catchy songs. It’s sophistication is surprising but it suffers a bit from a meandering plot. A satisfying conclusion rounds it all up, though. Hear my thoughts in this episode of Bees Knees of Disney. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/max-pinigis/support

All hail King Arthur! Long live the king! The Sword in the Stone starts off strong, has decent characters, and even a good premise but fumbles it with meandering segments and lack of focus. It all seems to end well though. Find out my thoughts on the sword’s reach of this film in this episode of Bees Knees of Disney! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/max-pinigis/support

99 reasons to like this movie and yes the dogs are one. 101 Dalmatians may have bored me as a kid, but I was missing out on the richness of its premise, the theme of banning together in times of crisis, and a downright thriller in the second half. But does the movie earn its spots in the upper echelon of the Disney canon? Find out in this episode of Bees Knees of Disney! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/max-pinigis/support

This movie has classic written all over it. From its straightforward narrative, traditional character archetypes, and good vs. evil themes, Sleeping Beauty feels like a familiar storybook. But does its conventionality make it boring and dry or does a strong villain and animation and supporting characters bring it to Disney’s great heights? Find out my thoughts on this episode of Bees Knees of Disney! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/max-pinigis/support

Dogs, dogs and more dogs. The cat person in me didn’t know what to think at first, but Disney’s love letter to dogs is sweet, fun and surprisingly emotional. Lady and the Tramp has interesting commentary on class as well as dishing out old school Disney emotional heft. Find out my thoughts in this episode of Bees Knees of Disney. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/max-pinigis/support

We’re off to Neverland! But do we have to go? Peter Pan is one of the most iconic Disney movies, but it doesn’t mean it’s a bonafide classic. Listen to this episode of Bees Knees of Disney to see if this movie soars to new heights or comes crashing down like a pirate jumping off the plank. Arghh! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/max-pinigis/support

Off with her head! No wait, that’s not right. But nothing seems right in this movie, it’s all a little…nonsensical. Alice in Wonderland may be full of confusion but that doesn’t mean a great movie isn’t there. In fact, I assure you - there is. Listen to this episode of Bees Knees of Disney to find out my thoughts. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/max-pinigis/support

Bibbidi bobbiti boo - Cinderella is coming through! In this episode I talk about one of the most iconic Disney movies of all time. Great supporting characters, a true love story and a strong villain send this movie into high-quality territory but does it reach the high levels of the first five movies of Disney? Listen to find out my thoughts in this episode of Bees Knees of Disney --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/max-pinigis/support

“Oh no what was that noise?!” The Disney Animated movie Bambi has sort of taken on a gimmick of an identity based on a gunshot and a rabbit with a foot tremor. But there is a profound and deep film present here and one of Walt Disney’s best. Listen to me talk about its timeless themes and emotionally resonant subtext in this episode. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/max-pinigis/support

Big ears = big dreams. Dumbo sweeps you off your feet with its heart and sweetness, but also brings the dark stuff as par the course for these early Disney movies. Hear my thoughts on Disney’s 4th offering - Dumbo. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/max-pinigis/support

Wow golly gee this movie tripped me out but in the best way. It’s bold, daring, and a little crazy but all the better for it. Hear my thoughts on Disney’s musical experiment masterpiece - Fantasia. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/max-pinigis/support

Pinocchio is the greatest Disney animated movie of all time! Ok, my nose might have grown a little bit with that statement but not THAT much. This movie has a lot to offer. Hear my thoughts of this puppet come to life on episode 2 of Bees Knees of Disney --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/max-pinigis/support

Disney’s first outing into the animation world and by golly - they nailed it. Hear my thoughts, feelings and musings on Walt Disney’s first bonafide masterpiece - “Snow White and the Seven Dwarves.” --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/max-pinigis/support

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