Song of the South

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Anakin R Mar 20, 2019 Ignoring the scandulous setting, itâ(TM)s decent structure: trying to connect the stories to the plot, exploring a boyâ(TM)s new life and creating a catchy tune. See more

Luke Feb 10, 2019 In comparison to the 21st Century, the 20th Century and back were not as well handled when it came to the racism of the time. When it came to all of the Disney movies I have seen, not one did I consider to be racist. All of the characters that had seemed like they were came off more as inoffensive stereotypes. While Song of the South may seem like the most offensive of all the racially sensitive Disney films, I still think it's an inoffensive work from Disney that has some strong elements to it. The writing does have that African American stereotypical talk to it that, while doesn't bother may, might bother some people. If I was a black person watching this at the age I am, I wouldn't be able to tell whether I would be offended or it. Besides that, the main character, Uncle Remus, I think is one of the greatest Disney characters of all time. While not a personal favorite, the personality and delivery given by James Baskett is such a gifted treasure that it really does hurt me that he was suffering diabetes at the time. I always remember him through this film as he looks almost exactly as how he does in the original Uncle Remus story illustrations. It's almost as though you could insert yourself into the books and that's exactly what he would look like. Exactly how he would talk, I don't know, but it's a charming and relatable personality that is allowed to be expressive with emotion. When Uncle Remus is happy, it makes me smile as well. Along with his laughing and frustration, I can feel the emotions of the character. He deserved the award he had received, and I'm glad he's in most of the film because he's the saving grace of the live action sequences, but I will get to that shortly. There are three songs sung in the film, and all of them are such wonderful, catchy tunes. Most notably, Zip-a-Dee-Doo-Dah, deserved the award it got as well. It reminds me of Bibbidi-Bobbidi-Boo(tell you the truth, I couldn't spell that as well as I could Zip-a-Dee-Doo-Dah) where it's practically gibberish, but it's very catchy gibberish. Unlike the Cinderella song, however, this song has less gibberish, which I give credit for. How do you Do is another catchy beat that also has some great singing from the voice actor of Br'er Rabbit, Johnny Lee. My personal favorite, however, is the Everybody's got a Laughin Place song, sung by Johnny Lee once again. I especially admire the lyrics as they match very well with the beat and give it more of he charm it contains. The cartoon sequences are very entertaining as well, and are easily the best part of the film. I absolutely love these characters and how they comedically work of one another including Br'er Rabbit, Br'er Fox, and Br'er Bear. I also applaud the fact that James Basket also did Br'er Fox's voice, and it matches perfectly with the design. It's also funny to think that Br'er Bear's name is literally Brother Bear. Almost like the actual film of the same name stole the character's name. I would also like to mention that the character animation itself is some of the best character animation that Disney has ever done. Right alongside the animation of the villains in The Jungle Book. Getting back to the live action sequences, while not terrible, just aren't as strong as everything I praised. At the same time, however, I can get through them easily. The main character, songs, and cartoon characters are so strong that the live action moments don't bother me as they do have their own corny charm to them. And, like I said, the saving grace of the live action parts is Uncle Remus himself. I guess if I had to really think about, there are two parts of the film that did make me feel dirty. The little Tarbaby caricature can be seen as an offensive term, and it does seem that way a touch with me. The other thing being that the blacks had to be separated by the whites, but it makes sense given the time period as it does take place after slavery. The film being historically accurate is something I don't have the answer to. I would absolutely love to be able to rent this film or buy it on DVD, but it's sad that Disney had practically boycott it from the newer generations as it had been last released into theaters in the 80s. It deserved a home video release for I know people would buy it as there are people, like me, who do think it's a good film for some of it's characters besides the children, the delightful songs, and master-level character animation. It honestly a very good film as it is, and, kind of like The Three Caballeros, it has some great live action sequences mixed in with some great animation. 3/4 See more

Jul 1, 2018 I remember watching this movie as a kid. Loved it then, and I love it still today!

Finn R Jun 17, 2018 It's not a politically correct movie, but the Disney magic is on full display with delightful songs, stories, animation, etc. I don't think children should watch it as they may get the idea that somehow it reflects reality, which it does not. But the movie won a couple of academy awards and it brought a tear to my eye towards the end of the story. It's dated and unintentionally racist, but delightful and filled with joy and magic. It also was the first movie to combine live action footage and animation. If you visit the magic kingdom, the stories, sans racist overtones, are on display in the Splash Mountain ride.. one of my favorites. See more

Hagrid R Mar 14, 2018 I am rating a movie i cannot find to buy because disney never put it on dvd. i am still hoping. I was six or seven years old, in new orleans and i am white. (actually pinkish-beige). I never connected the "tar baby" with African-Americans. Loved uncle remus. what a shame people are so quick to put labels on things. slavery was never part of the movie, it took place after the civil war. you can buy 'gone with the wind' and it took place before and during the civil war. A lovely, lovely movie. See more

Albus S Dec 8, 2017 Great film that gets a bad wrap by those who read too much into the film!

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