Disney’s investment in this didn't pay off financially at first, though it eventually became popular and made money through video rentals. Considering I was twelve when it was released—and that age group is pretty obsessed with movies—it seems clear to me that the problem wasn't with the film itself; instead, it was a marketing misstep. The movie just didn’t get enough attention. People weren’t aware of it bec…

I found this to be quite enjoyable. I’ve mentioned previously that musicals aren’t really my thing (though I am starting to appreciate them more as I watch more), but I had a good time watching *‘Newsies.’* It succeeds in being entertaining while still putting emphasis on both the music and what's happening in the story; many of the musicals I've seen prioritize the songs and seem to almost disregard the plot. Thi…