*SOME minor SPOILERS* As always, I had several expectations bef ore watching. My standard for Emma Watson as Belle was very high. I 've always thought Emma would make the perfect Belle in a live action remake, even before one was announced. I'm always wary of CGI. When I was kid, CGI was still very experiem e ntal and it could look awful. But since then, technology and artistry has improved. I really should stop being wary of CGI . Disney has not let me down in with movies like Zootopia, Moana and The Jungle Book live action remake.  I saw B eauty and the Beast in theaters the Friday it was released .  I had wanted to get tickets for the 7 pm showing, but they were all sold out! Instead I booked t ickets for the 10 pm showing. It's a good thing I reserved tickets because the theater was packed!  Before I launch into the review, it is important to note that I am n ot here to compare 1991 version to 2017 version. Both are amazing movies in their own right and wh...

  YouTuber Justin Scarred recently made an excellent video about a Magic Kingdom attraction that is turning 100 this year.  The Prince Charming Regal Carousel was built in 1917 by the Philadelphia Toboggan Company. It was first named the Liberty Carousel. It originally resided in Belle Isle Park of Detroit, Michigan. The Walt Disney Company purchased it in 1967. It was then redesigned with a Cinderella theme. It is one of the 15 attractions that have been operating since opening day of Walt Disney World.  Even though Magic Kingdom was not open until October 1, 1971, the carousel was built in 1917. That means that the carousel is celebrating its 100th birthday this year.