1. The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian - It looks like Disney wants to create the Narnia films in order of CS Lewis's publication dates, not in true chronological order. Chronologically, Prince Caspian is meant to be read fourth in the seven-book Narnia series. However, it was the second novel CS Lewis published back in 1951, after The Lion, The Witch, and the Wardrobe (which is actually meant to be second chronologically in the series, after The Magician's Nephew). Wow, talk about confusing!
Anyway, the four Pevensie children (William Moseley, Anna Popplewell, Skandar Keynes, and Georgie Henley) from the first Narnia film will be making a return in "Prince Caspian," as will Liam Neeson as the voice of Aslan the lion and Tilda Swinton as the apparition of the White Witch. Unfortunately, James McAvoy won't be returning as Mr. Tumnus. Sadly. Honestly, when I realized Mr. Tumnus was James McAvoy at the end of last year, I cracked up like you wouldn't believe. I was in the "Atonement" mindset and just thinking about him as a fawn was way too awkwardly hilarious.
The story of Prince Caspian will follow the four Pevensie children as they return to Narnia and try to help young Prince Caspian (played by Ben Barnes) claim the throne from King Miraz, his corrupt uncle. Mmm, please tell me Prince Caspian will have a British accent. Please?
The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian will be released in US theatres on May 16. Also, rumor has it that Imogen Heap will return to perform a new song for the soundtrack! LOVE HER! I highly recommend her latest album "Speak for Yourself" - it's great!
2. Beverly Hills Chihuahua - LOL WHAT IS THIS. Supposedly, one of Disney's September releases will be Beverly Hills Chihuahua, which is a story about a pampered chihuahua from California named Chloe who gets lost in Mexico on a vacation. While in Mexico, she meets a German Shepherd, a young puppy, and other characters along the way who help Chloe find her way back. Drew Barrymore is going to star as Chloe, and Andy Garcia and George Lopez are her new canine buds. Other actors in the film will include Salma Hayez, Cheech Marin, Jamie Lee Curtis, Piper Perabo, and Nick Zano.
Personally, this sounds a little "Homeward Bound" meets "Paris Hilton" to me... does it not? Yikes.
3. Bolt - Yet ANOTHER digital animated film from Disney, this time about canines (AGAIN). Bolt is a canine television star who portrays a superhero character - and consequently believes his superpowers are real. One day, he suddenly finds himself stranded in his trailer in Nevada. There, he meets up with a female cat and a hamster with an obsession with his exercise ball, and they convince Bolt that his superpowers are actually NOT real. Bolt will star John Travolta, Susie Essman, Bernie Mac, Woody Harrellson, and other big name stars; it is expected to be released in November this year.
Alright... no comment about that one... except what. the. heck?
Usually I'm not a big fan of Disney's computerized animated films, unless they're created by Pixar (and even then, I'm not a huge fan either - the only Pixar film I ever truly liked was Toy Story... don't even get me started on Finding Nemo...). So it's safe to say I'm definitely not excited about this film.
On another note, WHAT is the status on "The Princess and the Frog"? I've been patiently waiting for this movie FOREVER it seems. Disney already made a successful princess comeback with Enchanted, so what are they waiting for?
4. Raven-Symone: Talk about a fierce album cover! Raven's new self-titled album, which features the remake of Double Dutch Bus, is already described as much more energetic, dance-friendly R&B album than her last album back in 2004, This Is My Time. I totally believe it: Double Dutch Bus is much more "get up and dance" than Backflip ever was!
The album will be released on April 29. Raven's next single off the album will be "Stupid," so look forward to that! I'm sure Radio Disney will play it to absolutely NO END in the coming weeks. :/
That's it for now, although I'm sure Disney has TONS more projects planned as well! If you know of anything else, comment and let me know!
