Category Archives: Movies

Kinder Surprise AVATAR Chocolate Egg Figurine

Posted on February 12, 2023 by Dis-LEE

I enjoyed the first Avatar movie released in 2009 but still haven’t seen the recent sequel. Am I over the franchise after so long or is it that I don’t want to sit in a theater for three hours? Hard … Continue reading →

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Rapunzel ‘Tangled’ Disney Store Plush

Posted on February 10, 2023 by Dis-LEE

Team Tangled or Team Frozen? Although the wintery story did better at the worldwide Box Office, I believe the earlier hairy fable was a much better movie. Prove me wrong, as they say! But no matter which Princess you prefer, … Continue reading →

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Music From the Silent Films LP

Posted on February 9, 2023 by Dis-LEE

The cinemas are filled with CGI Blockbusters now. But before there was fake everything, before there was colour film, and even before there was actual recorded sound for public exhibition, there was… a guy with a piano. The era of … Continue reading →

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In the Wild: Dumbo Interlocking Picture Puzzle

Posted on February 8, 2023 by Dis-LEE

Nothing thrills me more than finding a Disney treasure in the wild! Well, maybe a few things. But this character mashup Dumbo interlocking picture puzzle was a least a treat to find: The Jaymar Specialty Company (Inc.) has created some … Continue reading →

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Miniature Ceramic Disney Circus Dumbo Figurine

Posted on February 7, 2023 by Dis-LEE

I’ve found another piece that is difficult to research. It appears that this is not a Disneykins figurine even though it has many similarities, not the least of which is the size. It also has no markings of any kind, … Continue reading →

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Star Wars Mandalorian Dipping Sticks & Band-Aids

Posted on January 29, 2023 by Dis-LEE

It all started in 1977 with the theatrical release of the first Star Wars movie. It has continued with many sequels, good and bad, continuing with a little television production called The Mandalorian (2019). Ever heard of it? Whether you … Continue reading →

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Disney Traditions Tinker Bell ‘Pouty Pixie’ Sculpture

Posted on January 8, 2023 by Dis-LEE

Disney Traditions collectible figurines designed by Jim Shore combine the magic of Disney with the traditional motifs of handmade folk art. You either love them or hate them! I feel that some characters lend themselves well to this artistic treatment … Continue reading →

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Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride Attraction Merchandise: Candy Dish

Posted on January 5, 2023 by Dis-LEE

Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride attraction at Disneyland is an enduring classic dark ride that literally takes you to Hell and back. Well, to a version of Hell filled with flashing lights and cardboard cutouts. But before Mr. Toad inhabited this … Continue reading →

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Foodie Friday: Star Wars Original Stormtrooper Flavouring

Posted on December 30, 2022 by Dis-LEE

I’ve found another Disney/Lucas Film product in the wild. This time I was picking up a few food items in my local Shoppers Drugmart when I happened across these two Original Stormtrooper flavouring sets on sale for just $17.99 each … Continue reading →

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Lt. Robin Crusoe U.S.N. Movie & Book Review

Posted on December 25, 2022 by Dis-LEE

Dick Van Dyke is beloved by Disney fans for his work in Mary Poppins. But what many don’t know is that he did two other movies for Walt. One of those would go on to be one of the worst … Continue reading →

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