Timeless Disney tales were likely staples of your youth: on VHS, in books and the theme of your birthday party.
Disney aims to bring these classics back into your life with a modern twist: live action. “Beauty and the Beast” is next in line for a recreation, according to Entertainment Weekly.
Bringing childhood memories back to life leads to box-office success, such as with Disney’s “Oz the Great and Powerful,” which led box offices for a second weekend with $42.2 million, according to the Los Angeles Times.
With live-action recreations of animated favorites becoming more common, here are five films we think should take on a modern look.
“The Little Mermaid”
Talking fish and a movie set under the sea would be stunning on-screen with today’s movie magic. And besides, who doesn’t love mermaids?
“Aladdin”
This would make for a great 3-D movie. Just think about that magic carpet ride: epic. A modern spin-off of this would make for some amusing up-to-date wishes from the Genie.
“Pocahontas”
A live-action version of this classic would bring about a setting other than the usual city scene we’re so used to these days. With computer-generated imagery, the colors of the wind would really resonate with an older audience.
“Pinocchio”
Minus being locked in a cage, this recreation about morals could be a moving piece. A modern plot on this would not be difficult to come about.
“Mulan”
A fierce female leading role — yes, please. “The Hunger Games” proved that a powerful female lead makes for a great movie. The costumes and fight scenes coming to life would make for a box office sensation.
