Resonate Recordings https://resonaterecordings.com © 2026 Once Upon A Disney Andie Redwine and Larry Brenner en-us Tue, 14 Apr 2026 09:47:19 +0000 Tue, 14 Apr 2026 09:47:19 +0000 https://storage.googleapis.com/com-resonaterecordings-public/cover-art/JgYNiOIfA7dTSTmmXpnVwY0Xy9L2meo1l7ExPYHM.jpg Andie Redwine and Larry Brenner false episodic Andie Redwine and Larry Brenner Andie Redwine and Larry Brenner onceuponadisneypodcast@gmail.com No false 20 6 Finding Nemo (2003) Our final episode of Season 6 is a practically perfect in every way screenplay! Topics include: protagonists and deuteragonists, why this Mahnishtahnah is necessary, and a pitch from Larry that mak... full 922165f5-b64b-45d7-917a-cbeabe455919 Wed, 26 Jun 2024 18:00:00 +0000 3246 false false 19 6 The Rocketeer (1991) Larry and Andie are mixed on this comic book adaptation. Topics include a tonally different mahnishtahnah, what we need from a superhero movie, and Larry's comparison of this movie to Aladdin. full b8715ecd-0895-432e-9a54-de232656f8bb Wed, 19 Jun 2024 18:00:00 +0000 3368 false false 18 6 DuckTales The Movie (1990) Andie and Larry offer a lot of fixes to this TV-spinoff film. Topics include protagonist and inciting incident troubles, the need to re-introduce audiences to characters, and parallels to Aladdin. full cb13da0d-654d-4154-a85d-47aa710bff4c Wed, 12 Jun 2024 09:00:00 +0000 3277 false false 17 6 Haunted Mansion (2003) Of course...you can always choose...OUR WAY! Larry and Andie unravel this spooky sleeper. Topics include a functional Mahnishtahnah, MORE CONFLICT, and Andie's billion dollar idea. full aaf6f5ee-f165-4e65-a928-ee938cb23326 Wed, 29 May 2024 19:00:00 +0000 3015 false false 16 6 Brother Bear (2003) Andie and Larry manage their emotions to handle this spiritual Disney experience. Topics include a hard to find inciting incident, a discussion about different protagonists, and general cosmologica... full fc09f97c-2f09-44c8-8c46-434ea79004d4 Wed, 22 May 2024 09:00:00 +0000 3254 false false 6 Bonus Episode: Goof Troop- Forever Goof (1992) Listener Beware: Larry has the darkest possible take on Goof Troop, and really goes through some things. Is this show actually a psychological horror series, as he claims? full 18c1cd06-9767-4e5b-b8d6-938c2cf5fc04 Fri, 17 May 2024 09:00:00 +0000 1683 false false 6 Bonus Episode- Darkwing Duck: Darkly Dawns the Duck (1991) In this bonus episode, Larry tackles the two-part launch of Darkwing Duck. Let's get analytical! full 3e35d2e0-8811-4940-9cc4-7445b964aea0 Wed, 08 May 2024 14:00:00 +0000 2309 false false 15 6 10 Things I Hate About You (1999) Andie and Larry are pretty whelmed by this 1999 teen rom com by Touchstone. Topics include: the dual plot, some cringey moments by modern sensibilities, and a scene that makes Larry cry! full bdec8667-8e3f-4059-afa0-7bbe875046cb Wed, 01 May 2024 09:00:00 +0000 3624 false false 14 6 The Lion King 1 1/2 (2004) Hakuna Matata! Larry and Andie take on this surreal "behind the scenequel" to The Lion King. Highlights include parallels to A Bug's Life, Timon as a father, and the inspiration for this piece. full 7339a4a8-eb87-460a-8862-50d8d3bad703 Thu, 25 Apr 2024 09:00:00 +0000 3203 false false 13 6 The Happiest Millionaire (1968) What's wrong with that? Andie and Larry do their best with this musical followup to Mary Poppins. Topics include John and Bert, television structure, and how these Sherman Brothers songs mirror Wal... full dbbe29bb-9df2-4598-aa42-6286edb30ecc Wed, 17 Apr 2024 10:00:00 +0000 3721 false false 12 6 James and the Giant Peach (1996) Larry and Andie take on this Roald Dahl adaptation. Topics include the classic Disney storybook opening, the dangers of too many characters, and why this movie gets unnecessarily boring. full cdcaefa5-864d-44ee-ae37-edfd2b27d458 Wed, 10 Apr 2024 09:00:00 +0000 3320 false false 11 6 Adventures In Babysitting (1987) with Elana Gartner Playwright Elana Gartner joins Andie and Larry to analyze this Gen X teen comedy. Topics include an interesting mahnishtahnah, how Chris should save the day in the climax, and the best game time wi... full e6a5645a-663f-40c2-ba35-5f3e0a48add3 Wed, 03 Apr 2024 09:00:00 +0000 4209 false false 10 6 The Country Bears (2002) with Richard Propes The Independent Critic Richard Propes joins the Once Upon A Disney tour to talk strengths and weaknesses of this film. Highlights include tone, protagonist problems, and answering the question 'Is ... full 82739901-f135-4a62-b30c-7e74468b9022 Wed, 27 Mar 2024 09:00:00 +0000 4262 false false Bonus Episode - Talespin: Plunder and Lightning (1990) Larry takes a look at the four part "Plunder and Lightning" tv movie that launched the Talespin series. Is it a rant or a rave? How did the writers adapt the Jungle Book characters for an adventu... full b2caed9f-97ba-4bfb-885c-03cce9bf91f4 Wed, 20 Mar 2024 13:00:00 +0000 2336 false false 9 6 Cool Runnings (1993) Andie and Larry hit the run with this early 90s surprise hit. Topics include protagonist problems in the sports genre, a misleading Mahnishtahnah, and an unexpected ending. full 40e37b2b-7f80-470d-b957-64805edfa77a Wed, 13 Mar 2024 09:00:00 +0000 3084 false false 8 6 Recess: School's Out (2001) with Bryn Tanner Playwright and artist Bryn Tanner joins Andie and Larry for this underrated Disney capstone series film. Topics include structure, an engaging soundtrack, and what an antagonist needs to do. full a4316ae5-ed7b-48a5-acb8-f864af189a49 Wed, 06 Mar 2024 11:00:00 +0000 4193 false false 7 6 Labyrinth (1986) with Brett Niethamer The Holy Goof's Brett Niethamer joins the duo to navigate this Labyrinth - and Larry is squarely in his Henson element. Topics in this special extended episode include surrealism, dream logic, and ... full b11c6e87-0eec-410f-9ac0-ad5bbdb21d92 Wed, 28 Feb 2024 10:00:00 +0000 5315 false false 6 6 National Treasure (2004) Join Andie and Larry as they find the gems in this high stakes family friendly caper. Topics include what makes for a good heist movie and the case for Dr. Chase as a protagonist. full e6cf95ae-7dc3-44b8-b9e4-8985fdc6cbb1 Wed, 21 Feb 2024 10:00:00 +0000 3488 false false 5 6 Phantom of the Megaplex (2000) with John Maclay Goosebumps: The Musical's John Maclay joins Larry and Andie to talk about this made for TV phantom movie. Topics include: plot twists, introducing characters too late, and the need for story logic. full da620fb3-b625-4743-8af4-f68f4fae113c Wed, 14 Feb 2024 10:00:00 +0000 3882 false false 4 6 The Apple Dumpling Gang Rides Again (1979) Andie and Larry find themselves baffled by the choices made in this sequel - or is it a sequel? Topics include: making your comedy characters protagonists and avoiding unfunny tropes. full 9dc6bda6-e059-4546-a845-0a606556957c Wed, 07 Feb 2024 10:00:00 +0000 3376 false false 3 3 Piglet's Big Movie (2003) Andie and Larry return to the Hundred Acre Wood for an unconventional structure, some protagonist problems, and more of the villain who is Owl - but they really wanted more Piglet. full 3ecdaa7c-4919-41dd-82c1-4d61790d24a3 Wed, 31 Jan 2024 10:00:00 +0000 3594 false false 2 6 102 Dalmatians (2000) Our 102nd episode deserves equally as many puppies! For this sequel, Andie and Larry tackle some major issues with theme, story purpose, and protagonists - and offer up some fixes! full 20b29c1f-34a3-42c7-945c-8c261bb546b0 Wed, 24 Jan 2024 10:00:00 +0000 3504 false false 1 6 Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl Yo, ho, yo, ho, it's time for season 6 where Larry and Andie tackle this supernatural swashbuckler. Topics include protagonists, antagonists, and who should command the climax and falling action. full f583b402-ac01-4488-b7ba-9ed8bdde2b5b Wed, 17 Jan 2024 11:00:00 +0000 3545 false false 20 5 Mickey, Donald, Goofy: The Three Musketeers (2004) Our 100th episode! Larry and Andie unpack this direct to DVD Disney feature - and one of the few starring Mickey Mouse and friends. Topics include dramatic irony, foiling, and letters from our list... full 869068f1-26f7-42c7-a0ec-fee588af1996 Wed, 01 Nov 2023 09:00:00 +0000 4151 false false 19 5 Mark Twain and Me (1991) with Gabriel Diani Gabriel Diani (Mark Twain Today) joins Andie and Larry to unpack this Disney Channel original movie. Topics include the importance of conflict and knowing where to start and stop your movie. full acf082cc-c938-4d9e-8b80-9c40d51f80cf Wed, 25 Oct 2023 18:00:00 +0000 3523 false false 18 5 Air Bud (1997) WOOF! Andie and Larry engage this family favorite, noting a lot of great canine acting. Topics include nontraditional structure, the logic police, and why Andie never watches trailers. full a28acfc0-651b-49e6-9288-63f8ea61b7f2 Wed, 18 Oct 2023 09:00:00 +0000 3425 false false 17 5 Pocahontas II (1998) Larry and Andie get a little silly discussing a rare direct-to-video Disney sequel they contend is better than the original. Topics include a better protagonist, a stronger antagonist, and a Pocaho... full 06c0f08e-8afb-4c79-bb54-f060efe2c356 Wed, 11 Oct 2023 09:00:00 +0000 3708 false false Bonus Episode- Super DuckTales (1989) Diving back into some DuckTales episodes like a billionaire into his money bin, Larry takes a looks at Super DuckTales, the five part story that introduces Gizmo Duck into the Duckverse full c7bfd711-6022-474e-83b4-8181bcf118bd Wed, 04 Oct 2023 09:00:00 +0000 1737 false false 16 5 The Sign Of Zorro (1958) with Mike Staub and Jordan Hue The BatmanTASticast's Mike Staub and Jordan Hue join Larry and Andie to discuss this 1960 feature. Topics include a Batman-Zorro comparison and Larry's new game Best Villain. full 337d84da-edff-440b-a8e4-eeb1e7043153 Wed, 27 Sep 2023 13:05:00 +0000 4411 false false 15 5 Wild Hearts Can't Be Broken (1991) Larry and Andie saddle up for this Disney girl and her horse feature. Topics include didactic opening scenes and the importance of conflict with your characters. full 9eb3e148-44de-4cc6-a785-1a6cb93f506a Wed, 20 Sep 2023 10:00:00 +0000 3479 false false Bonus Episode- Disney's Adventures of the Gummi Bears: King Igthorn (1990) Larry has completed the entire Gummi Bears series, and he has some thoughts! What can be learned from the lightly serialized nature of the Gummi Bears cartoon, and how do you wrap up five years of... full 0c754cc8-0795-401e-9d2b-71491e338cd6 Wed, 13 Sep 2023 09:00:00 +0000 1761 false false 14 5 Honey, I Blew Up The Kid (1992) with Ashley Cook Screenwriter Ashley Cook joins Larry and Andie to dig deep into the second installment of the Honey, I Shrunk franchise. Topics include escalating the inciting incident and how a child actor might ... full 92558db3-e612-4188-92d2-53d33903a186 Wed, 06 Sep 2023 09:00:00 +0000 3992 false false 13 5 Oliver & Company (1988) with Gabriel Jason Dean and Jessie Dean Playwrights Gabriel Jason Dean and Jessie Dean join Larry and Andie to discuss Disney's adaptation of the Dickens classic. Topics include the need for a singular protagonist and reductionistic pitf... full 9e77a6a4-0089-489b-819d-973593c81e95 Wed, 30 Aug 2023 19:00:00 +0000 3930 true true 12 5 The Rookie (2002) Batter up! Larry and Andie analyze this Texas baseball classic. Topics include a late inciting incident, too much dramatic irony, and a pitch certain to be a hit! full 76781daf-5055-45fc-abb9-5b32bede7332 Wed, 23 Aug 2023 18:00:00 +0000 3700 false false 11 5 Ruby Bridges (1998) Andie and Larry explore this Wonderful World of Disney TV film. Topics include handling an adaptation, the danger of redundancy, and the need for a strong climax. full d876772d-2e22-4256-9c3c-a1e77541ec9a Wed, 16 Aug 2023 09:00:00 +0000 4059 false false 10 5 Darby O'Gill and the Little People (1959) What's the craic? It's this episode! Andie and Larry enjoy a wee bit of fun while engaging with this amazing cinematic spectacle. Topics include clever dialogue, the use of subtext, and the joys of... full dda7e6b2-40b7-49f5-95d2-59ff5743fec7 Wed, 09 Aug 2023 10:00:00 +0000 3389 false false 9 5 Candleshoe (1977) with Andrea Nasfell Screenwriter Andrea Nasfell joins Andie and Larry for such topics as character development without the use of dialogue and the power of an ambiguous ending. full f69d60b6-f1c4-4aa4-9ab8-95be4dcebadc Wed, 02 Aug 2023 09:00:00 +0000 3787 false false 8 5 The Rescuers Down Under (1990) In a rare turn of events, Larry and Andie both struggle with a film they really wanted to like. Topics include a too long mahnishtahnah and the need for Medusa. full 16235e30-eb16-4a06-8db3-418d08df2cdd Wed, 26 Jul 2023 09:00:00 +0000 3837 false false 7 5 The Dark Crystal (1982) with Brett Niethamer The Holy Goof's Brett Niethamer join Andie and Larry to unpack this Jim Henson masterpiece. Topics include character work, plotting concerns, and how indifference might be the worst evil. full 21996e8a-99a3-4f89-9bd7-45396ed5aa2a Wed, 19 Jul 2023 09:00:00 +0000 3781 false false 6 5 Smart House (1999) Andie and Larry dig into the Disney Channel's answer to the ABC Afterschool Special. Highlights from this made for TV movie include character work and the theme of embracing love after loss. full a30b3a89-5abb-4501-adab-ecd55ecc6de7 Wed, 12 Jul 2023 09:00:00 +0000 3357 false false 5 5 Return To Never Land (2002) Second star to the right! Larry and Andie return to the Peter Pan franchise to discuss plot questions and why Wendy should have been able to go back to Never Land. full 23f1faa9-8967-496f-8bc2-68f348055d5a Wed, 05 Jul 2023 15:00:00 +0000 3448 false false 4 5 Apple Dumpling Gang (1976) Andie and Larry dive into Disney's wildly successful 1970's western for children. Topics include the protagonist's relationship with the villain and a problematic mahnishtahnah. full 593aa646-45b0-4fd0-a378-63c567e49728 Wed, 28 Jun 2023 09:00:00 +0000 3288 false false 3 5 Tarzan (1999) with Gina Marie Dropp Playwright Gina Marie Dropp comes on board to discuss the last film in the Disney Renaissance. Topics include a lengthy exposition, an extended climax, and great character work. full 8fd0b27b-34db-43c9-83cc-2718317876f4 Wed, 21 Jun 2023 09:00:00 +0000 3671 false false 2 5 The Princess Diaries (2001) Larry and Andie offer strong rewrite suggestions for this Disney live-action movie. Highlights include: a better mahnishtahnah, a discussion about the Dove Foundation and G rated fare, and The Glad... full 60aa9104-d846-4a3e-988d-3c911e6eda4d Wed, 14 Jun 2023 09:00:00 +0000 3474 false false 1 5 Mulan (1998) Andie and Larry kick off Season 5 with this legendary Disney Princess. Topics include false tension, potential solutions for protagonist problems, and Larry's new game First Or False. full 1c4e7592-7f21-42d3-add6-e3f00c192cc6 Wed, 07 Jun 2023 09:00:00 +0000 4176 false false 20 4 Lilo and Stitch (2002) In this last episode of Season 4, Larry and Andie enjoy this heartwarming sci-fi story of found family and redemptive love. Topics include three inciting incidents, a romantic comedy structure, and... full 49004d83-6743-4c27-a995-bc4cf6df63d2 Wed, 15 Mar 2023 10:00:00 +0000 3479 false false 19 4 Old Yeller (1957) Get your tissues! Andie and Larry unpack this 'Boy and His Dog' genre classic. Highlights include character work, the theme of becoming a man, and Larry choosing a Disney dog for a pet. full eba13ee7-0a47-4d61-8456-f7a10ce7493d Wed, 08 Mar 2023 11:00:00 +0000 3904 false false 18 4 Pocahontas (1995) In this episode, Andie and Larry dig into one of Disney's more controversial offerings. Topics include a faulty prologue, a weak protagonist, and Romeo and Juliet as a structural model for a First ... full dc03a818-acef-4b81-b948-170cce845264 Wed, 01 Mar 2023 11:00:00 +0000 4177 false false 17 4 Davy Crockett and the River Pirates (1956) Larry and Andie go back for another round of '50s Crockett Craze! Highlights include reasons for a puzzling Mahnishtahnah and the problem with a stoic protagonist in a morality play. full 18e983ef-7380-4fd5-8e27-72f549fa64c8 Wed, 22 Feb 2023 11:00:00 +0000 2998 false false 16 4 Remember The Titans (2000) Our first sports movie! Larry and Andie do a post mortem on this classic football film. Highlights include atypical structure, how narration creates aesthetic distance, and a Disney fantasy footbal... full bdcb27b6-cb56-4486-9081-4393659f02cf Wed, 15 Feb 2023 11:00:00 +0000 4471 false false 15 4 101 Dalmatians (1996) with Noelle Nori Guest star Noelle Nori joins Andie and Larry to discuss the differences between the original animated version and the live action remake - plus The Dating Game starring Cruella de Vil!! full 9bef28c2-5b88-40e7-9ea1-f749d44990d7 Wed, 08 Feb 2023 11:00:00 +0000 3509 false false 14 4 Zenon: The Zequel (2001) Zoom, zoom, zoom! For some reason, fans keep asking for more Zenon. Because they care, Andie and Larry deliver by laughing at a total lack of story logic. PLEASE, FANS - NO MORE!!! full a6264f0a-67a4-46ee-aaa5-2a6d59e43f7a Wed, 01 Feb 2023 11:00:00 +0000 3405 false false 13 4 Treasure Planet (2002) Larry and Andie take on this VERY underrated Disney gem with a discussion of evolving character wants, a craft lesson on montage writing, and a very refreshing female captain. full 0c9f8762-6726-4559-b74d-d88ee23cc58e Wed, 25 Jan 2023 17:00:00 +0000 3949 false false 12 4 Tuck Everlasting (2002) It's a split decision! Larry pans and Andie enjoys this understated supernatural romance. Topics include aging up the protagonist, the use of narration, and the theme of immortality. full a1bb6146-0d24-493f-8366-420967332ba4 Wed, 18 Jan 2023 11:00:00 +0000 4274 false false 11 4 Newsies (1992) Happy New Year! In our first episode of 2023, Andie and Larry tackle Newsies (1992). Topics include balancing music and dance with historical events and how to balance a script when two character... full 7be1d905-1312-47a6-be74-c7c8e03a3552 Wed, 11 Jan 2023 10:00:00 +0000 3410 false false 10 4 The Santa Clause (1994) Happy Holidays...we hope we don't spoil them for you! Larry and Andie lament what happens when a film has no real dramatic question, no real arc for the protagonist, and no real foiling. full 6a96d64a-bbdc-4ec8-8584-95d46e0afd6b Wed, 28 Dec 2022 11:00:00 +0000 4306 false false 9 8 Pollyanna (1960) We're ever so glad you joined us! Larry and Andie head to Harrington to analyze a new sheriff in town and notice dozens of themes emerging in this iconic Disney live action. full f8fafc4f-66eb-43e1-a52a-e0fd5d5198f8 Wed, 21 Dec 2022 11:00:00 +0000 3940 false false 8 4 Flight Of The Navigator (1986) COMPLIANCE! Andie and Larry explore this underrated 80s cult classic with an eye to tonal shifts and how the dramatic question needs to be answered in the film's climax. full 52855a4c-e77c-4ab8-bbd4-8c6c03927332 Wed, 14 Dec 2022 11:00:00 +0000 4152 false false 7 4 A Bug's Life (1998) Andie and Larry dive into Ant Island for a look at Pixar's answer to Toy Story. Topics include a scrapped Mahnishtahnah, the need for characters to have arcs, and the storytelling problem of multip... full ec5ea065-96c7-45f8-a9f4-b3e9cf448f3b Wed, 07 Dec 2022 11:00:00 +0000 4178 false false Bonus Episode: Chip N' Dale's Rescue Rangers: Rescue Rangers To The Rescue (1989) In this bonus episode, Larry takes a not particularly nostalgic look at the Chip N' Dale's Rescue Ranger series and discusses how your characters need to be right for the story you're trying to tell. full eaedc006-fc5f-4cf0-81d1-3b0033dd3775 Fri, 02 Dec 2022 10:00:00 +0000 2197 false false 6 4 Geppetto (2000) Larry and Andie dive into to this made for TV musical with a discussion of character motives, strong structure, and Larry's concept of superfoiling. full b70cc913-f188-428c-a41f-fbc4ff937e1c Wed, 23 Nov 2022 11:00:00 +0000 3449 false false 5 4 The Aristocats (1970) Sacre bleu! Larry and Andie dissect this animated Disney feature with an eye toward missed opportunities, an underuse of characters, and plot and protagonist problems. full 837257ba-90c8-47f7-a8b6-6703e248f8f9 Wed, 16 Nov 2022 11:00:00 +0000 3690 false false 4 4 The Muppets Take Manhattan (1984) Wocka wocka!! Another Muppet movie - so you know Larry is fired up! Join Andie and Larry as they explore Muppet character development and laud the genius of Frank Oz's direction. full 1f19f5d4-df59-4261-acea-8ad49b818db6 Wed, 09 Nov 2022 11:00:00 +0000 3510 false false 3 4 The Lion King 2 (1998) Hakuna Mata-two? Join Larry and Andie as they analyze the 1998 sequel to the 1994 hit The Lion King. Topics include showing vs. telling and why giving the protagonist the satisfaction of triumph in... full 9a32e3a8-d38d-4a33-82e6-e0ef663fe3ce Wed, 02 Nov 2022 10:00:00 +0000 3977 false false 2 4 Hocus Pocus (1993) Happy Halloween! Larry and Andie tackle this cult classic. The duo discuss the dangers of a long windup in exposition, the importance of character choice, and the need to stick to your rules in you... full d3a1c4ed-7836-4ae4-80ab-95c87d13eb25 Wed, 26 Oct 2022 10:00:00 +0000 3575 false false 1 4 Beauty and the Beast (1991) Season 4 kicks off with the piece de resistance from the 1990s Disney Renaissance, Beauty and the Beast. In this episode, Andie and Larry tackle protagonist problems, foiling, and recent film criti... full 28be9df0-0ee9-4176-ab05-40b8b409c4e5 Thu, 20 Oct 2022 10:00:00 +0000 3919 false false 20 3 Who Framed Roger Rabbit (1988) with Taj Whitesell For this season finale, Larry and Andie are joined by artist Taj Whitesell to unpack the hit launching the Disney renaissance. Highlights include many craft takeaways and Larry's working theory of ... full f8d3bb54-cdd1-4c19-b027-334f550aef1c Wed, 14 Sep 2022 10:00:00 +0000 3812 false false 19 3 Hercules (1997) Andie and Larry tackle this Disney retelling of the epic Greek myth. Topics include the need for a protagonist with selfless goals and why too much exposition can lose your viewers. full d737c098-1bdc-4aec-9439-b696ae217681 Wed, 07 Sep 2022 10:00:00 +0000 4119 false false Bonus Episode- Ducktales: Time is Money (1988) In this episode, Larry talks about the five part Ducktales "movie" Time is Money, which introduces the character of Bubba Duck to the cast. full 2fe5595f-0c90-41d7-8c1b-803c2da8aa0f Wed, 31 Aug 2022 09:00:00 +0000 2218 false false 18 3 Herbie Rides Again (1974) Vrrrrrooooom! Disney Villain Alonzo Hawk joins the Herbie world, and Andie and Larry are here for it! Topics include using a false climax, the lack of a showdown, and choosing to start a film with ... full aba0b9d8-494f-48f7-ac6a-a8bfb2f5da63 Wed, 24 Aug 2022 09:00:00 +0000 3414 false false 17 3 The Hunchback of Notre Dame (1996) with Bryn Tanner Playwright Bryn Tanner joins Larry and Andie in unpacking this adaptation of Victor Hugo's foundational French novel. Topics include the dangers of explicit exposition, protagonist problems, and ad... full 9edc9c17-b5e5-4037-82fe-c6fb4a0e8f4e Thu, 18 Aug 2022 09:00:00 +0000 5203 false false 16 3 The Great Mouse Detective (1986) Join Larry and Andie as they crack the case of this movie, including discussions of foiling, the use of time in a screenplay, and how this movie starts perfectly. full 90814624-b948-45f4-ae91-d760d3e2aab4 Wed, 10 Aug 2022 10:00:00 +0000 3433 false false 15 3 TRON (1982) with Brett Niethamer The Holy Goof's Brett Niethamer combines forces with Larry and Andie to discuss the first computer animated Disney classic. Topics include protagonist problems, the need for a character to address ... full c50d16dd-d945-4164-9e93-344755023e68 Wed, 03 Aug 2022 10:00:00 +0000 4157 false false 14 3 Robin Hood (1973) Oo-De-Lolly! Larry and Andie discuss the first Disney animated feature without Walt, including the dangers of crafting a narrative feature with one eye to television. full 55627897-34c6-46e0-b65a-aaf3829c6f43 Wed, 27 Jul 2022 10:00:00 +0000 3831 false false 13 3 Treasure Island (1950) Arrrr, Matey! Andie and Larry unpack this treasure of a film, offering a lot of historical content, a thematic breakdown, and a discussion on film adaptation and why some parts of a novel do not ma... full fb06756e-81fc-4994-8d5a-a75c01ca3c68 Wed, 20 Jul 2022 10:00:00 +0000 3721 false false 12 3 Toy Story 2 (1999) There's a snake in my boot! Larry and Andie rave over this near perfect sequel, picking up where Toy Story left off. Topics include a dual inciting incident, themes, and how Pixar solves the Buzz L... full 882199a9-cb92-41ea-87d0-989463e2865a Wed, 13 Jul 2022 10:00:00 +0000 3784 false false 11 3 Bedknobs and Broomsticks (1971) Larry and Andie tackle the first Disney movie musical completed without Walt. Topics include the Fetch Quest trope, how best to marry plot and music, and the problems with a heavy edit. full 49a21631-fbf3-4277-96b7-fac394a5582d Thu, 30 Jun 2022 09:00:00 +0000 4061 false false 3 Bonus Episode- Disney's Adventures of the Gummi Bears: A New Beginning (1985) In this bonus episode, Larry discusses the pilot of Disney's Adventures of the Gummi Bears (1985.) He posits that this series is an important pivot point, drawing from past successes in Disney ani... full 8af2a95d-e3a5-4cf3-ae5b-3ec972aab352 Wed, 22 Jun 2022 09:00:00 +0000 2289 false false 10 3 The Great Muppet Caper (1981) Join Andie and Larry for this followup to The Muppet Movie. Topics include love triangles, how cameo appearances need to drive the story, and how one of us feels Fozzie is grossly underutilized. full f942a27d-c915-4e76-9d1b-21f09ec10f71 Wed, 15 Jun 2022 09:00:00 +0000 4074 false false 9 3 Pete's Dragon (1977) - Recorded LIVE at Spalding University This BONUS episode was recorded in front of a live audience at the Naslund-Mann School of Writing at Spalding University. Topics include the Mahnishtahnah, trouble with the inciting incident, and t... full 5f9266ba-575b-4763-91a1-aa51383e982d Wed, 08 Jun 2022 09:00:00 +0000 2934 false false 8 3 Honey, I Shrunk The Kids (1989) Andie and Larry shrink down the elements of this late 80's classic. Topics include showing over telling, the primary importance of theme, and wondering who in the backyard is the real protagonist! full 2816ee0b-75c8-4eb2-896d-4e80378bec4a Wed, 01 Jun 2022 09:00:00 +0000 3615 false false 7 3 The Tigger Movie (2000) Larry and Andie "bounce" through this theatrical reboot of the Winnie The Pooh franchise. Topics include character continuity in a franchise, thematic challenges, how songs need pathos, and how to ... full a335ea87-a4e4-4936-8ba2-17e3b776bab3 Wed, 25 May 2022 10:00:00 +0000 4412 false false 6 3 Swiss Family Robinson (1960) with Andrea Nasfell Team Fritz or Team Ernst? Screenwriter Andrea Nasfell joins Andie and Larry for a discussion of this classic family film. Topics include the inciting incident, character arcs, and the structure of ... full 87ba7724-7424-403c-ba6a-1a37e9664344 Wed, 18 May 2022 09:00:00 +0000 4425 false false 5 3 Monsters, Inc. (2001) Join Andie and Larry to discuss foiling, character relationships, and worldbuilding using this fast-paced Pixar classic. full 2affcf0a-04a1-4e55-bd7f-1eb1b3760f02 Wed, 11 May 2022 09:00:00 +0000 4158 false false 4 3 The Shaggy Dog (1959) Larry and Andie discuss Disney's first live action comedy and the dangers of editing a TV show into a feature - namely setups never paid off. full a30c1666-3168-4825-8629-2d3d475a832c Wed, 04 May 2022 09:00:00 +0000 4291 false false 3 3 The Black Cauldron (1985) Join Andie and Larry for a discussion of this Disney miss - a movie which favors plot and location over character and theme - and what's up with no music? full df83c9b3-3420-4837-a78c-ba3e7a65e904 Wed, 27 Apr 2022 09:00:00 +0000 4354 false false 2 3 The Absent-Minded Professor (1961) with Tom Provost Join Andie, Larry, and Director Tom Provost for this look at the 1961 live-action classic. Topics include dramatic questions, a recipe for Flubber, and why Mrs. Chatsworth is the true villain of th... full 9fd40241-4954-4da8-a1f8-391c603e9393 Wed, 20 Apr 2022 09:00:00 +0000 4132 false false 1 3 The Little Mermaid (1989) Kicking off Season 3 with the film credited with ushering in the Disney Renaissance of the 1990s! We discuss the importance of the 'mahnishtahnah,' characterization, and why the movie would end dif... full 894492ca-cdda-45a6-beff-10f5c20520e7 Wed, 13 Apr 2022 09:00:00 +0000 5289 false false 20 2 The Lion King (1994) In this last episode of Season 2, Larry and Andie tackle this truly perfect film. The prologue's exceptional use of exposition for worldbuilding and relationships, music, and complex characterizati... full 0fb9be1d-6b3a-4754-b8ca-07b9ecebda61 Wed, 02 Mar 2022 10:00:00 +0000 4277 false false 19 2 Zenon: Girl of the 21st Century (1999) Larry and Andie heroically tackle this futuristic Disney Channel Original Movie. While it's not their favorite, the duo discuss flaws in the script and ways to improve the film. full da3dcbc1-fe63-4c19-b135-01e459da3dbf Wed, 23 Feb 2022 10:00:00 +0000 4548 false false 18 2 The Love Bug (1969) VRRROOOM! Andie and Larry explore the highest grossing movie of 1969 starring a little VW bug named Herbie. Explorations include obstacles and complications, strong characterization, and what makes... full cc0f4273-5872-4b9f-b8fa-2ff38ac726da Thu, 17 Feb 2022 10:00:00 +0000 4163 false false 17 2 Lady and the Tramp (1955) Larry and Andie dig into this 1955 classic, asking lots of hard questions: how should a protagonist function, where should this film start, and why isn't Lady the hero of her own movie? full 92f0b10d-0bee-4dbc-8b0e-e8c453c7b0bf Wed, 09 Feb 2022 10:00:00 +0000 4048 false false 2 Bonus Episode- Fluppy Dogs (1986) In this bonus episode, Larry takes a look at the Fluppy Dogs, a one hour Disney special that aired in 1986, never to be seen again. Larry summarizes the special, then focuses on how one goes about... full eb259481-ece0-4271-98c2-09fb6123f982 Wed, 02 Feb 2022 10:00:00 +0000 1821 false false 16 2 The Black Hole (1979) with Denis Hennelly Director Denis Hennelly comes on board with Andie and Larry to analyze this 1979 Disney venture into space. Topics include Chekhov's Gun, 70s storytelling, and storytelling parallels with 20,000 Le... full e54c08ea-47d1-4ffd-b1bf-614b509551c7 Wed, 26 Jan 2022 10:00:00 +0000 4816 false false 15 2 The Rescuers (1977) with Storme Wood Director Storme Wood joins Andie and Larry for a lively discussion analyzing 1977's The Rescuers. Subjects covered include dramatic questions, inciting incidents, and where the story really should ... full 22330886-5683-4129-ab69-5135bc574072 Wed, 19 Jan 2022 10:00:00 +0000 3994 false false 14 2 The Muppet Movie (1979) Larry and Andie talk The Muppets in their first full-length feature film. Two Mahnishtahnahs, three climaxes, and an explanation of multiple meta-references? Why, it's almost as if the Muppets wrot... full 1955c79b-08cd-459e-a46d-2c74f34ea689 Wed, 12 Jan 2022 10:00:00 +0000 3754 false false 13 2 Dumbo (1941) Join Larry and Andie for a conversation about Dumbo, the little movie that could. We compare Timothy Mouse to Jiminy Cricket, talk about the use of music, and discuss how empathy is built for a sil... full 1a327fef-06f9-4583-9aa6-a14e3862c3a4 Wed, 05 Jan 2022 10:00:00 +0000 3282 false false 12 2 Davy Crockett: King of the Wild Frontier (1955) Andie and Larry discuss Disney's first all-American film, spliced together from three episodes of the Disneyland television series. Special emphasis in this podcast given to historical consideratio... full 86c20805-2d03-4cb3-ac69-4f1286718be9 Thu, 30 Dec 2021 10:00:00 +0000 3794 false false 11 2 Mickey's Christmas Carol (1983) with Kiki Petrosino Poet Kiki Petrosino joins Andie and Larry for a look at Disney's take on the Dickensian classic, A Christmas Carol. Topics include casting choices, notes on screen adaptation following source mater... full e3c19474-638d-4a46-b4be-82aa9b9734e5 Wed, 22 Dec 2021 10:00:00 +0000 3617 false false 10 2 Aladdin 2: The Return of Jafar (1994) with Nivi Engineer Larry and Andie tackle Aladdin 2: The Return of Jafar with the help of Nivi Engineer, discussing the shortcomings of a sequel film designed as the pilot for an animated series and the importance of... full 8f2f183c-f5b6-4772-bd65-1cb79c8f808b Wed, 15 Dec 2021 10:00:00 +0000 3848 false false 9 2 Gargoyles: Awakening (1994) More from the 90s Disney Afternoon Programming Block! Larry and Andie tackle the first five episode miniseries of the long arc animated series Gargoyles. We talk pros and cons of serialized cartoon... full a82dbf70-2b15-4cba-9dc0-a4f765995a21 Wed, 08 Dec 2021 10:00:00 +0000 3715 false false 8 2 20,000 Leagues Under The Sea (1954) with Brett Niethamer The Holy Goof's Brett Niethamer joins Larry and Andie to discuss Disney's epic underwater adventure. Highlights include the film's historical significance in cinema, the importance of seeing a movi... full b856b2e6-1821-4f9f-bec8-05ab64b4a9c5 Wed, 01 Dec 2021 14:00:00 +0000 4133 false false 2 Bonus Episode- The Wuzzles (1985) Larry's on his own today, talking about the 1985 Disney TV show, The Wuzzles. What are the Wuzzles? WHY are the Wuzzles? He reviews the first three episodes of the Wuzzles series, then talks abo... full 74ca7723-79e7-4b8c-ab76-db57027f1c59 Wed, 24 Nov 2021 10:00:00 +0000 2568 false false 7 2 Brave Little Tailor (1938) & Mickey and the Beanstalk (1947) M-I-C-K-E-Y...Why? Because he's where it all began! Join Andie and Larry as they dig into two of Mickey Mouse's biggest hits. Topics include narration and aesthetic distance, protagonist problems, ... full 39eac839-d77d-453f-9d1f-ce4ff1acfc55 Thu, 18 Nov 2021 10:00:00 +0000 3727 false false 6 2 The Jungle Book (1967) Join Larry and Andie for an in-depth look at the last animated feature to bear Walt Disney's imprint. We talk protagonist problems, characterization, and the difficulty in isolating a climax for th... full 2027ff6c-e26e-4eaf-aafe-6c4668a3862f Wed, 10 Nov 2021 10:00:00 +0000 4098 false false 5 2 The Watcher In The Woods (1980) Happy Halloween! In this fan-requested episode, Andie and Larry talk extensively about how horror movies work and how this film is a bit of a miss. full cdccf012-78b5-4b8a-92ed-a1a291182baf Wed, 03 Nov 2021 09:00:00 +0000 3784 false false 4 2 The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993) In the second film in our Halloween trilogy, Larry and Andie dig into this classic Tim Burton tale. Highlights include suggestions for Oogie Boogie and Larry's thesis on what holiday this film is *... full 250dd02c-9c10-4a29-8966-d731e0bb50d6 Thu, 28 Oct 2021 10:00:00 +0000 3436 false false 3 2 Escape To Witch Mountain (1975) with Nancy McCabe For the first film in our Halloween series, author Nancy McCabe joins Larry and Andie to take a deeper look at one of their childhood favorites. The trio discusses film tone, how special effects sa... full 99e22686-1f7c-4b78-9a73-3debb5a80031 Wed, 13 Oct 2021 10:00:00 +0000 3780 false false 2 2 One Hundred and One Dalmatians (1961) Join Larry and Andie for a discussion of this 1961 classic Disney hit, including what they believe would improve this story for modern viewers. full 58763c59-3174-4204-8765-2a6ea11436e5 Wed, 06 Oct 2021 10:00:00 +0000 3706 false false 1 2 Toy Story (1995) with Lynnell Edwards Season 2 of Once Upon A Disney kicks off with Toy Story, Pixar's first feature length narrative. Join Andie and Larry and their special guest Lynnell Edwards for a discussion about obstacles, theme... full 8557d436-7422-49e9-b6ad-f261b4b63323 Wed, 29 Sep 2021 13:00:00 +0000 4402 false false 20 1 Cinderella (1950) Larry and Andie round out Season 1 of the podcast with exposition, building tension, and a comparison of Cinderella to Snow White. full 7ec2df28-7097-4deb-b5f6-a9cadd74287b Wed, 25 Aug 2021 10:00:00 +0000 3757 false false 19 1 The Parent Trap (1961) with Cassie Brower Disney writer Cassie Brower joins Larry and Andie for this Hayley Mills classic. Dramatic irony, shifting protagonists, a greeting from Minnie Mouse - this episode has it all! full 5c2f9b59-3839-48c1-aee3-6ca3ab7f20b9 Wed, 18 Aug 2021 10:00:00 +0000 3454 false false 18 1 A Goofy Movie (1995) with Joseph Myers The List Live podcast's Joseph Myers joins Andie and Larry to discuss economical storytelling and rounding flat characters. full 11869301-8ee7-4e62-82d7-e0d8faf538a9 Thu, 12 Aug 2021 10:00:00 +0000 4134 false false 17 1 DuckTales: Treasures Of The Golden Sun (1987) with Taj Whitesell Writer Taj Whitesell joins Larry and Andie for a look at the series engine for the original DuckTales animated series. We discuss tools needed to build a series plus super foiling and the need for ... full 5e6a1717-f4c1-4a25-8c07-997798117540 Wed, 04 Aug 2021 10:00:00 +0000 4459 false false 16 1 The Many Adventures of Winnie The Pooh (1977) with Richard Propes Film critic Richard Propes joins Andie and Larry for a fresh look at the beloved characters from the Hundred Acre Wood. full 228778d9-4cf3-479e-92cc-eaafe4d81d24 Fri, 30 Jul 2021 10:00:00 +0000 4161 false false 15 1 The Fox And The Hound (1981) with Holly Beck In this episode, Larry and Andie are joined by Holly Beck to talk The Fox And The Hound, a film that marked a departure from traditional Disney happy endings. full db7c6662-6c22-473e-ae7e-35615c96c0fd Thu, 22 Jul 2021 10:00:00 +0000 3770 false false 14 1 Freaky Friday (1976) with Lauren Milberger Lauren Milberger joins Larry and Andie for a talk about the body-switching genre, gender politics in the 1970s, and why this film did not require voiceover. full 254cf9eb-cb6d-42b8-a8c0-02acba56966f Wed, 14 Jul 2021 10:00:00 +0000 4243 false false 13 1 Alice In Wonderland (1951) with Kira Obolensky Larry and Andie are joined by award-winning playwright Kira Obolensky to dig into the background, characters, and episodic nature of the mad world of Wonderland. full b41dff98-3db1-44a1-b424-de4c312114ec Wed, 07 Jul 2021 10:00:00 +0000 4221 false false 12 1 The Emperor's New Groove (2000) with Brett Niethamer Brett Niethamer of TheHolyGoof.com joins Andie and Larry to talk The Emperor's New Groove and why starting at Kuzco's lowest point makes sense for the film. full 1bcbc266-27d1-41ab-8cde-e9221dc572c2 Wed, 30 Jun 2021 10:00:00 +0000 3827 false false 11 1 The Journey of Natty Gann (1985) with Jennifer Geraghty Jennifer Geraghty joins Larry and Andie for a look at this underrated Disney gem - a coming of age female protagonist set against the antagonizing backdrop of the Great Depression. full 91102cd5-02b3-452f-8ede-ebb33c6491eb Wed, 23 Jun 2021 10:00:00 +0000 4438 false false 10 1 Bambi (1942) Larry and Andie discuss the foundational Disney animated feature, Bambi. Highlights include relationships between characters and writing hard subjects. full f65ee288-f6d4-4c64-acbc-818639016093 Wed, 16 Jun 2021 10:00:00 +0000 3734 false false 9 1 The Sword In The Stone (1963) with Jennine "Doc" Krueger Medieval literature expert Doc Krueger joins Andie and Larry for Disney's take on the origin story of King Arthur. full 3016233e-d6b5-4a26-ae79-74abccfc2a8f Thu, 10 Jun 2021 10:00:00 +0000 4574 false false 8 1 Pinocchio (1940) with Storme Wood Andie and Larry invite filmmaker Storme Wood to discuss escalating stakes and Larry's evil opposites theory in Pinocchio. full d0967c7e-05c2-4d30-a72d-c6343318ccb6 Wed, 02 Jun 2021 09:00:00 +0000 5059 false false 7 1 Return To Oz (1985) with Diani & Devine Etta Devine and Gabe Diani join Andie and Larry in fleshing out the storyline of Disney's darker take on Oz. full 196de910-f756-4003-9dd5-ca0dcaf0eb2e Wed, 26 May 2021 09:00:00 +0000 4081 false false 6 1 That Darn Cat! (1965) with Tom Provost Larry, Andie, and guest star Tom Provost discuss setups, payoffs, dramatic tension, and characterizations in the live action film That Darn Cat! full 94c6e7a6-da62-4ec3-aa9a-79b3f1501ef6 Wed, 19 May 2021 10:00:00 +0000 4229 false false 5 1 Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs (1937) with Bridgette Dutta Portman Playwright and author Bridgette Dutta Portman joins Larry and Andie in discussing characters and themes in Disney's first animated narrative feature, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. full 1f923a72-217b-46bc-9a56-bb8325e30c84 Wed, 05 May 2021 10:00:00 +0000 4891 false false 4 1 Aladdin (1992) with Nivi Engineer Larry, Andie, and guest host Nivi Engineer discuss Disney's 1992 version of Aladdin. This educational podcast discusses characterization, timeless content, and the Disney sidekick. full 4339dc2f-a657-4331-bb9e-eabd23b8da74 Wed, 28 Apr 2021 10:00:00 +0000 4435 false false 3 1 Peter Pan (1953) Second star to the right! In this educational podcast, Andie and Larry discuss character doubling, foils, and the real villain of Peter Pan. full 3933440f-2bf3-4a8f-871b-559b1b68fd3e Wed, 21 Apr 2021 10:00:00 +0000 3460 false false 2 1 Sleeping Beauty (1959) In this educational podcast, Larry and Andie dig into this 1959 masterpiece and introduce the concept of dramatic irony. full 372ab728-7ac1-44e6-a042-1dfc3a7fd89d Wed, 14 Apr 2021 10:00:00 +0000 4404 false false 1 1 Mary Poppins (1964) Our first episode! Larry and Andie kick off this educational podcast with a look at one of Disney's most iconic films. full 074db57c-5b70-43a4-8079-8141eda3fdde Fri, 02 Apr 2021 10:00:00 +0000 4305 false false