The Wizard of OZ: A New Look At an Old Classic

I know what you’re thinking. “Why do we need another Wizard of OZ film review? The film is pushing 70 and is already considered a classic. Why do we need to be told, once again, how great it is?” I know, I know. Trust me. I thought of all that before I began writing a word of this review, but upon opening up my Three Disc Collector’s Edition Wizard of OZ DVD, I realized that, until now, I had never really and truly “seen” The Wizard of OZ. With the Three Disc Collector’s Edition, there are truly bits of OZ … Continue reading

What is the Disney Vault?

If there’s anything that makes Disney and film fans alike frustrated, it’s the Disney Vault. Exactly what is this vault and what does it means when a film is placed inside of this mysterious vault? First of all, the vault isn’t actually a vault, but a process. While I’m certain that Disney does keep some things vaulted such as original prints and cels, to believe that these films are being drug out of a large vault every time they are re-released is incorrect. When a film is vaulted, the studio simply places a moratorium on the film and halts production … Continue reading

Cinderella 2 Disc Special Edition DVD Review

The first film I ever saw in a movie theatre was Walt Disney’s Cinderella. I know that this will probably come across as cliché, but the experience changed my life. It begun a lifelong love affair with movies and the imaginary world created by Walt Disney. As such, years ago, when Cinderella was first released on VHS, I was one of the first proud owners of the release. However, as anyone realizes who has seen a DVD vs. VHS film, the quality quickly eroded after various viewings. Luckily, Walt Disney Pictures has just released a two disc special edition DVD … Continue reading