Let’s Hope Disney’s “Hercules” Remake isn’t Another “Aladdin”
Here's what Disney got wrong with "Aladdin" and how it can avoid those pitfalls with "Hercules."

On a large yacht, skullduggery is afoot, presumably some sort of drug smuggling involving Richard (Ric Lutze) and a mysterious boss/gangster character. On dry land there's plenty of humping (including the inevitable orgy) and searching for information, but no imparting of the latter.
Here's what Disney got wrong with "Aladdin" and how it can avoid those pitfalls with "Hercules."
A strong representation of African Americans in this film features evil spirits and horror-themed elements.
A film about family and sacrifice... and carnivorous locusts coming after you.
The film exhibits a respect for the craft and an empathy for human tribulations that have historically been ignored.
Who knew a drunken game of truth or dare could launch one of the most chaotic rom-coms of the year? The Threesome takes Connor’s fantasy night with Olivia (Zoey Deutch, in peak queen-of-indie form) and Jenny (Ruby Cruz) and flips it into a deliciously messy nightmare when both women end up pregnant. What follows isn’t cheap comedy—it’s a whip-smart, heartfelt exploration of love, consequence, and the beautiful disasters we call adulthood.
'The Menu' has a strong story. The 5 acts, which are defined by the courses, are an excellent subversion of the classic 5-act film structure.