An adjective modifies a noun or pronoun. In this case, "modifies" means "tells more about." Adjectives are words that describe things.I planted orange flowers in the round pot.The long-eared…
by Catherine McNiff adaptation (n.) Modification of an organism or its parts that makes it more fit for existence under the conditions of its environment: The wombat's long claws are an…
Nicole Kidman won the Academy Award as best actress for her portrayal of writer Virginia Woolf in the film The Hours (2002). Nicole Kidman was born in Hawaii but grew up in Australia, where she…
(Encyclopedia) Harris, Joel Chandler, 1848–1908, American short-story writer and humorist, b. Eatonton, Ga., considered one of the great American regionalist writers. As an apprentice to the editor…
(Encyclopedia) Peck, Justin, 1987–, American ballet dancer and choreographer, b. Washington, D.C. He trained at New York City Ballet's School of American Ballet, where he was influenced by the…
Introduction 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Next by Beth Rowen Fantasia (1940) Still considered a technical masterpiece a half century after its premiere, Fantasia…
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by Beth Rowen Lady and the Tramp (1955) Disney's canine caper-romance broke new ground for the studio on two fronts. It was…
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by Beth Rowen The Lion King (1994) Disney's animated coming-of-age story wowed critics, parents, and children and topped…
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by Beth Rowen Beauty and the Beast (1991) The first—and only—animated feature nominated for a Best Picture Oscar captures…
Introduction 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 by Beth Rowen The Absent-Minded Professor (1961) Of all the films British director Robert Stevenson helmed for Disney in…
