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New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News

An illustration of the fairytale character Pinocchio, with a long nose, and and the character Jiminy Cricket, a cricket, sitting on his arm.

Review: ‘Pinocchio’ on Disney+ is a new low for live-action remakes

Disney’s “Pinocchio” is yet another lifeless live-action remake of a classic animated film.
Ferris Elaraby, Contributing Writer October 5, 2022

Riding on the success of its first feature film, “Snow White and the Seven Dwarves,” Disney released “Pinocchio” in 1940. Now a highly respected and revered staple of animation...

Disney's 3D remake of the 1994 Lion King animated movie. (via Disney)

Is Disney Ruining the Circle of 2D Life?

Disney 3D remakes are turning out flatter than their 2D originals.
Megan Chew, Contributing Writer September 19, 2019

Much like the Italian Renaissance, the Disney Renaissance of the ‘90s brought us many artistic treasures: “The Little Mermaid,” “Aladdin,” and  “Hercules,” to name...