‘Willow’ revives the Lucasfilm fantasy with a more contemporary streaming adventure | CNN

‘Willow’ revives the Lucasfilm fantasy with a more contemporary streaming adventure | CNN

CNN  —  Disney’s press materials refer to the original 1988 movie “Willow” as “beloved,” which despite its admirers feels like nostalgic inflation of a pretty generic George Lucas-plotted fantasy that provided an early directing showcase for Ron Howard. Setting that aside, a Disney+ revival series isn’t without its charms, in a more contemporary narrative that … Read more

The small but mighty love for ‘Willow’ that led to a shiny new series | CNN

The small but mighty love for ‘Willow’ that led to a shiny new series | CNN

CNN  —  “Willow,” the 1988 fantasy film costarring Warwick Davis and Val Kilmer, tells the tale of an aspiring wizard in a magical world who, despite his small stature and a treacherous journey, is destined for greatness. The plot might be an allegory for the movie itself, as well as its legacy, since some 35 … Read more

Brandy is back as Cinderella in new ‘Descendants’ movie for Disney+ | CNN

Brandy is back as Cinderella in new ‘Descendants’ movie for Disney+ | CNN

CNN  —  Twenty-five years after she first played the role of Cinderella, Brandy is stepping into her glass slippers again. The singer and actress will reprise her role as the fairytale heroine, first seen in the 1997 television movie “Cinderella,” in a new installment of the “Descendants” franchise for Disney+, the Mouse House announced Monday. … Read more

From Apple to Disney, China’s Covid curbs are again hurting business | CNN Business

From Apple to Disney, China’s Covid curbs are again hurting business | CNN Business

New Delhi CNN Business  —  It has been almost three years since Covid-19 first hit China, but the country’s relentless adherence to lockdowns continues to hobble business and the economy. Top global and Chinese companies, from carmakers to tech giants, have experienced huge disruptions to their business in recent days as the world’s second-largest economy … Read more

Tim Burton says he probably won’t work for Disney again | CNN

Tim Burton says he probably won’t work for Disney again | CNN

CNN  —  Tim Burton is sounding off on his previous working relationship with Disney, saying he is unlikely to return to the company as a director in the future. The filmmaker attended the Lumiere Festival in France over the weekend, where he received the honorary Prix Lumière award. He spoke at a press conference on … Read more

Disney Pauses Worker Vaccine Mandate After Florida’s Ban

Nov. 22, 2021 — The Walt Disney Company has paused its COVID-19 vaccine mandate for employees at its theme parks in Florida after state lawmakers banned employers from requiring workers to get vaccinated. Walt Disney World could have faced fines under the policy, a company spokesperson told The New York Times. The Biden administration has … Read more