"The Little Mermaid," "Beauty and the Beast," "Snow White," "Cinderella," "High School Musical"- the list can go on forever. Who hasn’t watched a Disney movie yet? Disney movies are very popular not only to kids, but also to parents because of their very friendly and entertaining nature.

Disney movies are not only limited to animated ones, but also have musicals like "Hannah Montana." According to a poll conducted among fans, the top three Disney movies of all time are "The Lion King," "Beauty and the Beast," and "Aladdin." Aside from family values, they are also very light and always leave the audience asking for more.

Disney movies are also considered as classics, and they are always part of movie collections at home or in school. These animated movies can also boost the moods of children and motivate them to do good deeds. In school, teachers also make their students watch Disney movies as rewards for a job well done. These movies have also become family tradition because they are played during special occasions like Thanksgiving, Christmas and even birthdays. The movies are worthy collections because they can be passed on from generation to generation and watched many times.

The team behind a blockbuster Disney movie always makes sure that the introduction of new characters and storylines are interesting and fresh. This is why they never go out of style. "High School Musical," for example, started as a TV show in Disney channel that instantly became a worldwide phenomenon. Though the story may be the clichéd love story between a smart student and the popular jock (played by Troy and Gabrielle), Disney gave it a spanking new feel by incorporating songs which eventually became as admired as the film.

Disney movies also tend to capture our hearts because they prove that dreams can come true. Rags to riches stories and finding the perfect prince are among these happy endings. These can be great breaks from the harsh realities of life, which we all need from time to time. During childhood, these movies are also good influences because they can make children more optimistic about life and have a clear sense of the wrong and right things. The beauty of these movies is that they tend to bring out the best in everyone too.

One of the latest Disney animated movies; in collaboration with Pixar Studios is the blockbuster-potential "Up." It has yet to hit theaters, but is sure to become a crowd favorite. The movie is about a 78-year old balloon seller who’ve always dreamed of experiencing adventure. He gets to pursue his dream when he ties all the balloons to his house and "flies" away to South America. He also meets a very cheerful boy named Russel, who is also an explorer who accompanies him throughout the journey. The plot of this Disney movie may sound quite simple at first, but this can capture the hearts of Disney fans because of the crazy antics and colorful scenes and characters. This will be shown in theaters soon.