With massive doses of eye-popping special effects I applaud the visual achievements in 'Dawn of the Planet of the Apes.'

The last person to stand still and repeat himself was Walt Disney. He refused to repeat himself. So to think that he'd be making the same kind of film in the year 2001 that he made in 1941 is absurd.

When Tim Allen made The Santa Clause, I thought that was a delightful film. It took a modern sensibility but layered onto it a kind of sentiment.

I had the great good fortune to interview Peggy Lee. Her memories of working with Walt Disney and his team were warm and upbeat.

Dumbo... makes me cry. Every single time and in the exact same spot. I just have a special affection for Dumbo.

Beauty and the Beast became the first animated feature ever nominated for best picture.

I think the people who are making Christmas-themed movies today feel that people are more cynical about Christmas. There's more of an edge.