Disney makes a lot of different types of movies and television series these days, but their all-encompassing empire is built on the classic animated cartoons that delighted children and adults alike.

It might be hard to believe, but this holiday weekend marks 30 years since the release of “Aladdin” – the animated classic that set the stage for multiple sequels, a live-action reimagining released ...

Maybe it’s the spirit of optimism that tends to triumph over cynicism at the start of a new year, but I found myself grinning like the kiddos around me as Aladdin and Jasmine’s magic carpet took off ...