EPISODE 74: Inside Out
Welcome to the 75th episode of The Castle Vault! In this week’s journey exploring the famed PIXAR Vault through the Disney Plus streaming service, we hit all the feelings with … Inside Out!
In this episode, we discuss the movie about feelings and emotions that is better than it has any right to be, Inside Out! Yes, the film is beautiful and the music is great, and the characters are just the best, but … but the story and message is what this is all about. But where will it land on The Hierarchy? We also have all of our fun segments that we do weekly, including another incredible World of Color Brain round and the next installment of Make Mine Mascot!
All this and more in Episode 75 of the Castle Vault!
Stay magical, friends.
EPISODE 74: Monsters University (2013)
Welcome to the 74th episode of The Castle Vault! In this week’s journey exploring the famed PIXAR Vault through the Disney Plus streaming service, we go back to school with … Monsters University!
In this episode, we discuss sequel that’s a prequel to the original Monsters Inc film, Monsters University! We finally get the backstory of Mike and Sully, and learn what makes each one of them tick. It’s funny, has an amazing cast, and is just jaw-dropping beautiful. But where will it land on The Hierarchy? We also have all of our fun segments that we do weekly, including another incredible World of Color Brain round and the next installment of Make Mine Mascot!
All this and more in Episode 74 of the Castle Vault!
Stay magical, friends.
EPISODE 73: Brave (2012)
Welcome to the 73rd episode of The Castle Vault! In this week’s journey exploring the famed PIXAR Vault through the Disney Plus streaming service, we go down a different path with … Brave!
In this episode, we discuss a very polarizing film in the PIXAR catalog, with Brave! Merida is breaking down all the barriers and bucking traditions within the Scottish clans, and is totally an awesome role model as a Disney Princess. But the movie … well, it makes some interesting choices. But where will it land on The Hierarchy? We also have all of our fun segments that we do weekly, including another incredible World of Color Brain round and the next installment of Make Mine Mascot!
All this and more in Episode 73 of the Castle Vault!
Stay magical, friends.
EPISODE 72: Cars 2 (2011)
Welcome to the 72nd episode of The Castle Vault! In this week’s journey exploring the famed PIXAR Vault through the Disney Plus streaming service, we go international with … Cars 2!
In this episode, we discuss the second movie in the Cars series, unfortunately, with Cars 2. After so many huge hits in a row, PIXAR might have set the bar a little too high going into this film. But it’s still Cars, and it features a whole bunch of Mater … how bad can it be? But where will it land on The Hierarchy? We also have all of our fun segments that we do weekly, including another incredible World of Color Brain round and the next installment of Make Mine Mascot!
All this and more in Episode 72 of the Castle Vault!
Stay magical, friends.
PIXAR Shorts, Volume 3
Welcome to the third bonus episode where we discuss and break down PIXAR Shorts, with this Episode featuring the next five PIXAR Shorts in the catalogue!
In Volume Two, we talk about five short films from PIXAR: One Man Band, Lifted, Presto, Partly Cloudy, and Day & Night! There were definitely some animation flexes in these Shorts, and a couple that fell flat, but overall, a fun bunch of Shorts to watch! But where will they land on The Short List? We also have some other fun segments, including Fun Facts and Tough Trivia, as well as a brand new game for us to play, 20 Questions!
All this and more in Volume 3 of the Castle Vault: PIXAR Shorts!
Stay magical, friends.
EPISODE 71: Toy Story 3 (2010)
Welcome to the 71st episode of The Castle Vault! In this week’s journey exploring the famed PIXAR Vault through the Disney Plus streaming service, we finish the trilogy with … TOY STORY 3!
In this episode, we discuss the third movie in the Toy Story series, and an all-time PIXAR classic, Toy Story 3! With such an emotional rollercoaster this movie was on, it’s hard not to have feelings about the film. From the jokes, to the storytelling, to the animation, this movie is just a delight. And it smells like strawberries, too! But where will it land on The Hierarchy? We also have all of our fun segments that we do weekly, including another incredible World of Color Brain round and the next installment of Make Mine Mascot!
All this and more in Episode 71 of the Castle Vault!
Stay magical, friends.
EPISODE 70: UP (2009)
Welcome to the 70th episode of The Castle Vault! In this week’s journey exploring the famed PIXAR Vault through the Disney Plus streaming service, we go … UP!
In this episode, we discuss the PIXAR film that made us grab the tissues before going on an unbelievable adventure, UP! If there is a better opening to a movie, we don’t know what it is. But for the incredible highs this movie hits, there is also that third act. But where will it land on The Hierarchy? We also have all of our fun segments that we do weekly, including another incredible World of Color Brain round and the next installment of Make Mine Mascot!
All this and more in Episode 70 of the Castle Vault!
Stay magical, friends.
EPISODE 69: WALL-E (2008)
Welcome to the 69th episode of The Castle Vault! In this week’s journey exploring the famed PIXAR Vault through the Disney Plus streaming service, we blast off with … WALL-E!
In this episode, we discuss the PIXAR film that is out of this world, yet very down to Earth, WALL-E! Sure, there isn’t much dialogue, and the overall outlook of the future is pretty miserable, but somewhere buried amongst the rubbish is a beautiful film about love, hope, and determination. But where will it land on The Hierarchy? We also have all of our fun segments that we do weekly, including another incredible World of Color Brain round and the next installment of Make Mine Mascot!
All this and more in Episode 69 of the Castle Vault!
Stay magical, friends.
EPISODE 68: Ratatouille (2007)
Welcome to the 68th episode of The Castle Vault! In this week’s journey exploring the famed PIXAR Vault through the Disney Plus streaming service, we experience fine dining with … Ratatouille! In this episode, we look at fine French food through the eyes of rats with the movie for foodies, Ratatouille! Yes, there are rats […]
EPISODE 66: Cars (2006)
Welcome to the 67th episode of The Castle Vault! In this week’s journey exploring the famed PIXAR Vault through the Disney Plus streaming service, we hit the highway with … Cars! In this episode, we talk about the film that has been circled on the calendar for years, as we finally get to discuss the […]