Jungle Book 2016Greg Crosby
http://www.jewishworldreview.com/cols/crosby051316.php3Regular readers of this space will know that as a former Disney animator/ story/gagman and recovering studio executive, I have spent almost 30 years as a creative member of the Walt Disney Company in one way or another. As a kid I loved all the Disney classic animated features and couldn't wait to work for that magical company when I grew up. I never did grow up, but I did get hired at Disney Studios when I was 21 years of age.
Having just seen the new version of The Jungle Book I think I have the moral and creative authority to offer you my thoughts on it. Movie reviewing is not my thing, but having strong opinions on stuff, especially stuff I've spent my life involved in, is not only my right but also my obligation to share with my readers. So here we go. Oh, before I begin I should tell you that I am no longer part of the Disney organization. My opinions are mine alone for better or worse. Okay, now let's get started. …
… Which brings us to the Disney Company's 2016 version, a live action/CGI picture directed by Jon Fareau. As an old-school Disney traditionalist I had doubts about what this new take on the Jungle Book would look like. I'd heard that it was to be live-action with extensive computer imaging used throughout. I'm generally not a big fan of CGI technology interwoven into liveÐaction since too many times the tech part is way over done and looks phony. This time it worked. The entire production was seamless. It brought the animals to life in a truly magical way. …
… As a bonus, the picture did not engage in the politically correct preaching that we find in many pictures today. No left wing agenda, no messages. How refreshing!
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I haven't seen it yet myself, but it sounds like this may be one worth taking the time to go see.