By Francesca Burke Disney is the epicenter of joy and happiness for myself and many others across the globe. Once covid hit early last year, it became even more important to incorporate small elements of magic into my life as a way to help me pass the time during quarantine. Since the shutdown, Disney has…
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by Bella Stahl The pandemic has made this year a little tangled, “no pun intended!” Since Tangled’s release in 2010, it’s been a beloved movie of Disney families. However, the movie became a relatable one when 2020 and the pandemic hit. You might be surprised at how relatable it can be! We’re going to go…
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Colette Urban The 2009 film Coraline, written and directed by Henry Selick, is a remarkable film that has impacted families around the United States. Whether you grew up watching it, you’ve only recently discovered it, or maybe you’ve never watched it before, the themes (i.e. home, courage, and being happy with what you have) in…
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By Claire Adornato and Audrey Wallner 1. The Great Gatsby Genre: Drama Nick Carraway arrives in New York to find the American dream. He moves into the house next to a millionaire, Jay Gatsby, and across the bay from his cousin, Daisy. While living next to Gatsby he is pulled into his parties…
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by Chloe Colligan Plot twists in films and literature alike are thrilling, frustrating, and most importantly surprising. Usually, the plot twist is associated with horror films, but (plot twist!) there are a few romance, comedy, and science fiction movies out there that also employ the technique. Predictable storylines are great for some film fanatics, but…
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