Snow White and the Seven Dwarf, what can be said about this classic film that hasn’t been said a million times over. It was the first full length animated film and the one that started it all for Walt Disney. This simple Brothers Grimm story of a charming little princess saved by seven adorable dwarfs […]
Hello October! Keeping with the theme of the season, I introduced this timeless classic to my kids. The Legend of Sleepy Hollow is narrated by the wonderful Bing Crosby. The movie is about a gangly schoolteacher named Icabod Crane caught in a love triangle with a beautiful rich maiden. His rival learns of Crane’s superstitions […]
The Lion King is a magnificent classic that will transport you to the Pride Lands and will inspire generations of fans to find their own place in the “Circle of Life”. I loved this movie when it first came out and now my kids are loving it with the same excitement I had, it’s made […]
“Winds in the east, there’s a mist coming in, like something is brewin’ and ’bout to begin.” ‘Mary Poppins’ is a magical story of a nanny who flies out of the windy London skies and arrives into the home of a self-absorbed family. The children, Jane and Michael are pleasantly surprised with their new nanny […]
This action-packed comedy about a mischievous alien quickly became a family favorite. The story takes place on a tropical Hawaiian Island and tells a heartwarming retelling of ‘The Ugly Duckling’. Since it’s my husband’s birthday next week, he got to choose the movie for movie night. His favorite happens to be the out of this […]
We fell down the rabbit hole for our movie night into the fantastical world of Wonderland. Alice in Wonderland is a timeless classic your entire family will enjoy! Filled with unforgettable characters, brilliant animation, and spectacular songs. “We celebrated Alice’s 67th Anniversary by having a whimsical Very Merry Unbirthday tea party! The kids helped make […]
Classic and simply prepared, this delicious sandwich is perfect for a elegant Princess Tea Party. It’s family favorite and my summertime go-to lunch. Deliciously paired with a fruit cup and freshly squeezed lemonade.
“BEST. DAY. EVER!” We were really looking forward to this Movie Night! ‘Tangled’ is one of our favorites! A classic love story about a strong independent woman, a smoldering and dashing young thief, a horse that keeps up with them all, and a fight between a sword and…a pan. This heart-felt movie will keep you […]
Pinocchio is a timeless story that has been enjoyed in our family for generations. The movie begins with a wish, a puppet, and his promise to be brave, truthful, and unselfish. Pinocchio’s efforts to become a real boy involve encounters with a host of unsavory characters, a scary sea creature, and risking his life for […]
Everybody wants to be a cat! We thoroughly enjoyed Disney’s unforgettable classic The Aristocats . It’s the purr-fect blend of comedy and adventure. This timeless treasure is full of fun and memorable songs the whole family will enjoy. Sometimes I get carried away with all the ideas I want to incorporate for our movie night. […]
Hey all! Welcome to Sunnyside! The final movie in our Toy Story series is a memorable classic! My children LOVE it and it’s constantly requested for movie night. My husband and I are finally immune to the emotional turmoil that Disney/Pixar put into this movie. While the first 10 mins of ‘UP’ will wreck your […]
I’m not very big on sequels, but Disney/Pixar can somehow manage to make them work! First off, who knew a toys life was so stressful!? If this was a live action film, it would be so intense! The lead being abandoned, KIDNAPPED, and developing Stockholm syndrome. Just when all hope was lost, his friend saves […]
Based on J. M. Barrie’s play ‘Peter Pan’, this was Walt Disney’s 14th animated feature film and the 9th movie on our list. A classic story of a boy that never grows up, that loses his shadow while listening to Wendy tell her brothers about the grand stories of himself. He befriends the Darling children, […]
Judy Hopps: “I came here to make the world a better place, but I think I broke it.” Chief Bogo: “Don’t give yourself so much credit, Hopps. The world has always been broken, that’s why we need good cops. Like you.” ‘Zootopia’ is a fast paced movie filled with beautiful animation, loveable characters, and a […]
My daughter has been “dying” to see this movie since the first time she saw the previews! We all loved it!! I thought she would be afraid of the skeletons, but of course Disney/Pixar did such a fabulous job making it colorful and kid friendly! She was so fascinated by them that we bought a […]