Metro Morning: Memoir of a Snail and Black Box Diaries
Metro Morning Revisited: Jason Gorber reviews the animation/core message of Memoirs of a Snail, as well as the bitter reality in Black Box Diaries.
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Anastasia Revisited: The 1997 Animated Film Through the Eyes of the Arab World
Anastasia, the animated musical fantasy, was directed by Don Bluth and Gary Goldman and was the first animated movie to be produced by 20th Century Fox Animation. The film premiered at The Ziegfeld in New York City on November 14, 1997, and then went on to be released in cinemas later that month. It delighted […]
Metro Morning: Wish Celebrates Disney’s 100th
In this Metro Morning, Jason Gorber discusses Disney's latest animated feature, Wish—an homage to 100 years of the studio's classics.
Disney’s Robin Hood: The Film That Launched 1000 Furries
Disney's animated feature Robin Hood is more than just a furry-awakening film (but it *is* that too).
Luck Review: Skydance Animation’s Latest Doesn’t Live Up to Its Limitless Possibilities
Sam Greenfield, the unluckiest person in the world, suddenly finds herself in the never-before-seen Land of Luck. She must unite with the magical creatures there to turn her luck around.
5 Things You Should Know About Disney’s Encanto
The filmmakers and voice cast of Disney's Encanto give That Shelf the lowdown on their film. Here are five things that stood out!
Encanto Review: Disney’s Latest Will Make You Sing
Gorgeous visuals and standout songs from Lin-Manuel Miranda lift Disney's Encanto from the formulaic to the enchanting.
Fantasia 2021: Hayop Ka! The Nimfa Dimaano Story
While not a deep exploration of Filipino life, Hayop Ka! The Nimfa Dimaano Story is enjoyable if you're in the mood for something silly.
RAYA AND THE LAST DRAGON Interview: Canadian Animator Benson Shum Talks Disney’s Latest Animated Adventure
We sit down with Canadian animator Benson Shum to talk about Walt Disney's latest animated tale Raya and the Last Dragon!
