Movies! Movies! And Movies! We all love them, don’t we? And if these piquant and invigorating flicks are from the entertainers who have kept us glued to the screens, throughout ages, we seem to imperceptibly have more inclination towards them. Especially if it is Walt Disney, then, it is enough to stir our senses bringing in front of our eyes the alluring array of peachy cinema we have been seeing over the period of time, Right? The name itself induces the optimum level of interest and truly speaking Disney movies have been and are the prime entertaining plus enchanting flickos of all time and the trend continues.
Enlisting here are some flicks from the Walt Disney Banner, irrespective of their order, that have enthralled us over the length of time:
1. Movie: Tangled
Release date: November 24, 2010
Running time: 100 minutes
When there is 70 feet of long, golden and magical hair in front of you, along with a handsome thief, and visually stunning graphics, one is surely going to love this treat to the eyes. The 50th animated feature film from the Walt Disney Animated Classics series; Tangled is surely up for a watch and to make it to the list. Partially based on the original story of Rapunzel, this new version was successful in bagging many nominations and also a Grammy for Best Song Written For Visual Media. Mandy Moore had voiced Rapunzel and Zachary Levi for Eugene “Flynn Rider” Fitzherbert. After all, silent chameleon and horse without uttering a word foment us to watch further.
This tale with a renewed twist surely does the trick of alluring us.
2. Movie: The Lion King
Release date: June 15, 1994
Running time: 87 minutes
The 87 minutes of this animated musical adventure film, keeps you hooked, and entertained all through. It being the 32nd feature film by Walt Disney is tagged as the most popular films. Centered around the plot of Simba, a young lion who is to take his father, Mufasa’s place as the Lion King, in turn avenging his father’s death, it is the highest-grossing 2D animated film in the US, and the 15th-highest-grossing feature film. It swept away two Academy Awards and also a Golden Globe Award for Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy.The journey started in 1994 and thanks to the sequels still continues, Simba the lion has become a common name to the kids and also a part of our daily lives.
3. Movie: Beauty and the Beast
Release date: November 13, 1991
Running time: 84 minutes
Favorite since ages, not only the story but also the movie released in 1991, had garnered a lot of attention and love, and surely kept us cemented to our seats. Based on the fairy tale “La Belle et la Bête” by Jeanne-Marie Le Prince de Beaumont and also on the movie by the same name.
The plot is that a Prince-turned-into-a-beast must fall in love with a young girl named Belle in order to break the curse and become a Prince again, but must also win back her love. The story is beautiful throughout and takes us along with it. The movie has won many awards and is a favorite amongst all.
4. Movie : Toy Story
Release date: November 22, 1995
Running time: 81 minutes
The 1995 story all about toys and called Toy Story aptly toys its viewers. The first of its kind, a fully CGI generated movie, and also Pixar’s first. It not only was the top grossing movie in the opening weekend, it was also the movie which made its place in our hearts. After all how cute are the toys moving around and also the fascination to see an animated movie. This movie is etched down as one of the greatest and most revolutionary films in the history of Animation, garnering several awards. The legend continues with its sequels and hope that it goes on and on.
5. Movie : Little Mermaid
Release date: November 14, 1989
Running time: 85 minutes
One of the earliest Disney Movies that have long-lived and continues the tradition, Little Mermaid, released in the year 1989, almost two decades back, but still Ariel, rules the hearts. The sweet love story of Eric and Ariel with the witchy twists captivates our hearts and full attention even today.
6. Movie : Finding Nemo
Release date: May 30, 2003
Running time: 100 minutes
In search of his abducted son Nemo, Marlin’s quest is depicted in a way that draws eyes and full attention. The cute little clownfishes are sure sweethearts. It was Pixar’s first movie to be released in cinemas. The film received overwhelmingly positive reviews and won the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature. Even now whenever the movie is telecast, it pulls a lot of viewers, it is a perfect magnet that keeps us glued to itself.
7. Movie : Wall-E
Release date: June 23, 2008 (Los Angeles) and June 27, 2008
Running time: 98 minutes
The 2008 movie computer-animated post-apocalyptic science fiction film produced by Pixar Animation Studios and directed by Andrew Stanton, revolves around a robot named Wall-E who in the far far Earth’s future, cleans up the waste and in turn fall in love with another robot named Eve. It not only bagged many awards but also the tag of “Best Movies of the Decade”.The way Wall-E calls out Eve is super-cute and lovely. The robot in 2085 having emotions like humans was the USP.
8. Movie : Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs
Release date: February 4, 1938
Running time: 83 minutes
A legend, passed on to the next one since generations, this movie is based on the German fairy tale by Brothers Grimm, was the first film of the Walt Disney Animated Classics series and was also the first full-length animated feature to be produced in full color. In short it was first in every aspect and till date the records intact and more things keep on adding to the list. Everyone has heard the story of Snow White but if you wish to see it then catch up with this movie.
9. Movie : The Pirates Of the Caribbean- The Curse of the Black Pearl
Release date: July 9, 2003
Running time: 143 minutes
Here is Captain Jack Sparrow a.k.a Johnny Depp at your service, and so is hotshot Orlando Bloom. What more do you wish for? The script based on a ride at theme park, surely takes us on an exciting journey of blacksmith Will Turner, rescuing the abducted Elizabeth Swann with the help of Captain Jack Sparrow. Though being an unexpected success, The Curse of the Black Pearl has surely paved way for the sequels and in turn has been one of the highest grosser. An eccentric pirate noted for a slightly drunken swagger, it surely delectable to watch.
10. Movie : Sleeping Beauty
Release date: January 29, 1959
Running time: 75 minutes
This folklore, famous since generations, was seen first on screen in 1959 as the 16th feature film by Walt Disney and till date is one of the favorite among youngsters. It is a norm for them to watch this captivating story which keeps them hooked.
There were several remakes for this film and still the remaking art continues to give new artistic bends to the movie.
11. Movie : Cinderella
Release date: March 4, 1950
Running time: 72 minutes
A girl called Cinderella, always dreams of her Prince Charming and the magical love story. She believes till eternity that it will all come true. This piece by Walt Disney is a story known since ages and the full- fledged & vivid description given can awe the audiences by its sheer simplicity. It has won several awards and there have been many remakes and recreations on stage. It is indeed one of the must watch Disney movies.
12. Movie : Monsters, Inc
Release date: November 2, 2001
Running time: 92 minutes
This computer animated movie portraying good monsters is the fourth feature movie by Pixar .Voicing are John Goodman and Billy Crystal as Sulley and Mike, two monsters who work at a power plant that powers the monster world with children’s screams. Termed as the commercial as well as critical success, this cute little flick has caught the attention full-on and is a super cute movie to the youngsters. The 3D version is up and ready to release next year and so is the prequel to the movie.
13. Movie : Enchanted
Release date: October 20, 2007 (London Film Festival)
November 21, 2007 (United States)
Running time: 107 minutes
This American Musical Fantasy produced and distributed by Walt Disney Pictures along with Barry Sonnenfeld and Josephson Entertainment is the story of a Disney Princess Giselle, who is transported from her animated world to the busy streets of New York. This is a complete entertainer and makes you fall in love with the oh-so-cute-and-innocent Giselle, The freshness of the movie is the USP.
14. Movie : Aladdin
Release date: November 25, 1992
Running time: 90 minutes
This animated musical family film is based on the Arabic folklore. Aladdin’s success led to many material inspired by the film such as two direct-to-video sequels. The flying magic carpet, genie, speaking parrot, cute little Abu and of course beautiful Jasmine .The rustic touch to the movie and the setting takes us all on a memorable journey to the land of Arabia.
15. Movie : Ratatouille
Release date: June 29, 2007
Running time: 111 minutes
Though the title is a little fishy but Remy is undoubtedly the most adorable rat ever seen on screen after Stuart of course. A rat that loves cooking, different from his clan makes people lick their fingers after eating the delicious and lovely dishes he has to offer. The film received incredible response and was adored by one and all. We all surely would love to see a sequel to the movie.
Disney Movies have and will continue to keep us entertained and glued to the screens. The list is endless and keeps on increasing day after day. We all a great Disney Buffs and would forever be.
