Movie Review: Disney's "The Jungle Book" (Spoiler Free)

After seeing "The Jungle Book" last night, I couldn't help but feel as I had watched the Disney classic film that came out so many years ago. Jon Favreau did a tremendous job of recreating one of Walt Disney's classic animated films. Two thumbs up to him for the fantastic job. The cast was A+ to begin with, we knew that ahead before anyone saw the film, they brought the true characters out from the animated film.

Idris Elba, Christopher Walken, and Bill Murray were fantastic in their roles respectively. Elba who takes on the role of Shere Khan sent shrills down my back every time he appeared on screen. Walken as King Louie another stellar pick for the role, although would of liked to see him more during the film, was a perfect pick for the giant orangutan. Murray literally took on the the role of Baloo, the light-hearted and lovable bear brought another mentor role to Mowgli.

Lupita Nyong'o and Sir Ben Kingsley also were amazing in there roles as Raksha and Bagheera, especially Kingsley. The star of the film is Neel Sethhi as Mowgli who's character grew throughout the film. That's what made this film so great, the character development throughout the whole film was just amazing. Although I was disappointed how little screen time Scarlet Johansson as Kaa had.

The film was simply amazing and quite simply only excites me more to see Disney's next take on their remakes of their animated classics. The film which was earlier announced that it made an estimated $103.56 million during its opening weekend earning the top spot for films this weekend. Deservedly so, the film was tremendous and kudos to the cast and director Jon Favreau on a job well done.

Yes, I recommend going to see "The Jungle Book" because I give it 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Sounds Like Summer Concert Series Lineup, Meet Disney Legend Kurt Russell and More During DCA Food & Wine, and More

Sounds Like Summer Concert Series Lineup Announced:

The Sounds Like Summer Concert Series will be returning to Epcot's World Showcase beginning June 5 and run through July 23. Three new tribute bands will be coming this summer including tributes to Fleetwood Mac, Tina Turner, and Bruce Springsteen. Don't Look Back, a tribute to Boston, will kick off the summer concert series on June 5.

Here is the rest of the lineup:

• June 5-11: Don’t Look Back – A Tribute to Boston
• June 12-18: Hotel California – A Salute to the Eagles
• June 19-24: Rumours – A Fleetwood Mac Tribute Band
• June 25-July 1: Simply Tina – A Tribute to Tina Turner
• July 2-9: Stayin’ Alive – A Tribute to the Bee Gees
• July 10-16: Bruce in the USA – A Tribute to Bruce Springsteen
• July 17-23: DSB – A Tribute to Journey

Showtimes for each concert will be performed three times daily at 5:30, 6:45, and 8 p.m. Performances are included with Epcot admission.

Meet Disney Legend Kurt Russel & More During DCA Food & Wine Festival:

The Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival begins today and will run through the rest of the month on the weekends. An additional event has been added to the festival where you will meet Disney Legend, Actor, and Wine Maker Kurt Russell.

The event called, A Conversation with Kurt Russell, will take place on April 16, 2016. The event will last 90 minutes in a question and answer session on his personal journey in winemaking and will even  be completed with wine tasting. The event will cost $199 plus tax and gratuity. Guests can make reservations by calling 714-781-DINE.

If you miss the event, several restaurants inside Disneyland Resorts and Disney California Adventure will be offering Kurt Russell wines by the glass. This includes: Napa Lounge & Restaurant at Disneyland's Grand Californian Hotel & Spa, Steakhouse 55 at Disneyland Hotel, and Carthay Circle Restaurant and Lounge at Disney California Adventure.

Here is the rest of the list of Celebrity Kitchen events held throughout the festival at 1 p.m. and 5 p.m.:

• April 2: Robert Irvine – Restaurant: Impossible
• April 9: Andrew Sutton – Executive Chef, Disneyland Resort Signature Dining (1 p.m. only)
• April 9: Guy Fieri – Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives (5 p.m. only)
• April 16: Keegan Gerhard – Food Network Challenge and Hayden Wood – Flair Bartender (5 p.m. only)
• April 23: G. Garvin – Road Trip with G. Gavin
• April 30: Graham Elliot – MasterChef, MasterChef Junior

Each Celebrity Kitchen experience will take place at Stage 17 inside Disney California Adventure and will cost $99 plus tax and gratuity. Reservations can be made by calling 407-781-DINE or by visiting Disneyland.com/foodandwine. 

Special Sneak Peak at "The Jungle Book" Led by Lupita Nyong'o:

Today, Disney released a special sneak peak of "The Jungle Book" telling us the legend of Mowgli and how he came to the jungle. The special piece features Lupita Nyong'o, mother wolf Raksha, leading the narration into the special sneak peak. We see Kaa (Scarlett Johansson) opening the clip telling Mowgli how he came to the jungle. Here is the clip:

Live the legend of @TheJungleBook with @Lupita_Nyongo, who plays Raksha, the mother wolf.https://t.co/kFCAQKz0wc

— Disney (@Disney) April 1, 2016

"The Jungle Book" opens in theaters in two weeks on April 15, 2016.

Disney World Introducing "Disney After Hours" Event; Jungle Book Cast Photoshoot

Disney World Introducing "Disney After Hours" Event for Magic Kingdom:

Disney World announced today they will be introducing a new ticketed event at the Magic Kingdom called, "Disney After Hours." The event which will cost $149 plus tax for both children and adults, will give guests an extra 3 hours inside Magic Kingdom after the park closes including select attractions and meet and greets. No word yet though if that price will be additional to regular park admission or be the total price. 

At that price however, one would be expected to be limited in space, making lines most likely nonexistent. Tickets will go on sale beginning April 6th. The event will take place on certain dates during both April and May. Here are the dates as follows: April 14, 21, and 28th and May 5th, 8th, 12th, and 19th.  

Would you pay an extravagant charge just to stay in Magic Kingdom for a few extra hours?

Jungle Book Cast Poses with their Animal Counterparts in Photoshoot:

Today, we got a pretty neat look at "The Jungle Book" cast and their animal counterparts in a special photoshoot. The gallery features Idris Elba, Lupita Nyong'o, Scarlett Johansson, Christopher Walken, Sir Ben Kingsley, and Giancarlo Esposito. Check it out below:

Idris Elba as Shere Khan

Lupita Nyong'o as Raksha

Scarlett Johansson as Kaa

Christopher Walken as King Louie

Sir Ben Kingsley as Bagherra

Giancarlo Esposito as Akela

"The Jungle Book" hits theaters on April 15, 2016.