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Magpie Memories

Disney Byways

Candleshoe

January 13, 2017

Teenage Jodie Foster seeking pirate treasure with a train chase as part of it? Why doesn't everyone watch this movie?

Disney Byways

Pete’s Dragon (1977)

December 9, 2016

The 1977 version is darker and more interesting than most people realize.

Disney Byways

The Love Bug

November 25, 2016

A much more interesting, much darker picture than its reputation, sequels, and remakes.

Disney Byways

Son of Flubber

November 11, 2016

One of several movies in a theoretical MCU--the Medfield College Universe. Also Disney's arguable first sequel.

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The Rescuers

November 4, 2016

Disney's most pathetic orphan is also one of its toughest heroines up against one of its cruelest villains.

The North Avenue Irregulars

October 14, 2016

The based on a true story story about a bunch of church ladies defeating organized crime.

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“Donald in Mathmagic Land”

October 7, 2016

Everyone's most beloved half-hour cartoon about the importance of math.

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The Misadventures of Merlin Jones

September 30, 2016

Tommy Kirk and Annette Funicello may have more chemistry as friends than as a couple, but the movie's still a lot of silly fun.

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The Million Dollar Duck

September 23, 2016

This is probably closer to the sort of thing people think of, when they think about live-action Disney movies. Even though Mary Poppins won Oscars, and never mind the fine special effects of The Parent Trap, no, we’re talking about the vaguely domestic comedy of The Million Dollar Duck, starring Dean Jones and Sandy Duncan. […]

Celebrating the Living

Margaret O’Brien

September 11, 2016

One of the best cryers on the MGM lot did eventually get her stolen honorary award back.