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Monday, December 31, 2018

Men In Black International Teaser Trailer

Sony
An entirely new group of alphabet agents are ready to protect our planet in Men In Black International, a prequel to the MIB trilogy. The trailer looks pretty hilarious, and the film has quite a stellar cast.


Here's the official synopsis from Sony:

The Men in Black have always protected the Earth from the scum of the universe. In this new adventure, they tackle their biggest, most global threat to date: a mole in the Men in Black organization.

Sony
Men In Black International arrives in theaters next summer.

Sunday, December 30, 2018

Quote of the Week

Marvel
Now, more than ever, the illusions of division threaten our very existence. We all know the truth: more connects us than divides us. But in times of crisis, the wise build bridges, while the foolish build barriers. We must find a way to look after one another as if we were one single tribe.

- King T'Challa, Black Panther 

Saturday, December 29, 2018

Trip a Little Light Fantastic - Mary Poppins Returns

Disney
I love the way the new songs written for Mary Poppins Returns seem like they could have been a part of the original film. This song, "Trip a Little Light Fantastic", is practically perfect in every way.

Thursday, December 27, 2018

Shaun the Sheep: Farmageddon

Aardman Animation
Shaun the Sheep and his barnyard pals will be getting up to their usual antics in a new movie arriving next spring.


Here's the official synopsis from Aardman Animation:

Shaun is back for a close encounter of the herd kind! When an alien with amazing powers crash-lands near Mossy Bottom Farm, Shaun the Sheep goes on a mission to shepherd the intergalactic visitor home before a sinister organization can capture her.

Shaun the Sheep: Farmageddon arrives in theaters on May 15, 2019.

Wednesday, December 26, 2018

Take a Look Behind the Scenes of Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge

Disney
Are you ready to travel to a galaxy far, far away? Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge won't open at Hollywood Studios until next fall, but so far, it looks incredible! The detail in the Millennium Falcon: Smuggler's Run ride is absolutely astounding.

Tuesday, December 25, 2018

Merry Christmas

Disney
May your Christmas sparkle with moments of love, laughter and goodwill, And may the year ahead be full of contentment and joy.

Merry Christmas!

Monday, December 24, 2018

Rolie Polie Olie Christmas

Treehouse
I love Rolie Polie Olie videos. It was one of my favorite cartoons on the Disney Channel. I just adore the happy Polie family and their retro look and ways. This Christmas episode features three short stories. So cute!

Sunday, December 23, 2018

Quote of the Week

The Bishop's Wife Final Sermon
MGM
"Tonight I want to tell you the story of an empty stocking.

Once upon a midnight clear, there was a child's cry, a blazing star hung over a stable, and wise men came with birthday gifts. We haven't forgotten that night down the centuries.We celebrate it with stars on Christmas trees, with the sound of bells, and with gifts.

But especially with gifts. You give me a book, I give you a tie. Aunt Martha has always wanted an orange squeezer and Uncle Henry can do with a new pipe. For we forget nobody, adult or child. All the stockings are filled, all that is, except one. And we have even forgotten to hang it up. The stocking for the child born in a manger. Its his birthday we're celebrating. Don't let us ever forget that.

Let us ask ourselves what He would wish for most. And then, let each put in his share: loving kindness, warm hearts, and a stretched out hand of tolerance. All the shining gifts that make peace on earth."

- Bishop Henry Brougham, The Bishop's Wife

Friday, December 21, 2018

Add A Little Mickey to Your Holiday Breakfast

Disney
If you're looking for a new twist on waffles for Christmas breakfast, why not try one of these yummy looking Mickey waffle variations.


The recipes for all four waffles can be found on the Disney Family website.

Thursday, December 20, 2018

That Time of Year - Olaf's Frozen Adventure

Disney/Pixar
Olaf is searching for the perfect holiday traditions in this song from Olaf's Frozen Adventure.

Wednesday, December 19, 2018

Clever Christmas Commercials

Système U
I've said it before and I'll say it again: I love a good Christmas commercial! Here are a few of my newfound favorites from around the world.


Système U, a French retailers’ cooperative of hypermarkets and supermarkets, offered this lovely Christmas story of Mr. Vanier and a kindly shop employee in 2017.


Globe Telecom, a Filipino company, shared this beautiful story of a lost dog and a found friendship.


This Christmas advert, from UK company John Lewis & Partners, features some hilarious, and unexpected, animal antics.


And finally, KLM Royal Dutch Airline came up with this wonderful idea to bring people together at Christmas.

Tuesday, December 18, 2018

Emmet's Holiday Party - A LEGO Movie Short

Warner Bros
Before Emmet and the rest of his LEGO pals return to theaters in The Lego Movie 2 on February 9, they plan to celebrate Christmas. Emmet, of course, insists upon a holiday party.



"There’s nothing like the holidays in Apocalypseburg."

Monday, December 17, 2018

The Boy and The Piano - A Christmas Commercial

John Lewis & Partners
I'm a sucker for a sappy Christmas commercial. Every year, I discover a new favorite. This one from British department store John Lewis & Partners entitled "The Boy and The Piano" is just beautiful.



"Some gifts are more than just a gift."

Sunday, December 16, 2018

Quote of the Week

Scrooge is visited by Marley's ghost, John Leech, 1843
"But you were always a good man of business, Jacob," faltered Scrooge.

"Business!" cried the Ghost. "Mankind was my business; charity, mercy, forbearance, and benevolence, were, all, my business. The deals of my trade were but a drop of water in the comprehensive ocean of my business!"

Saturday, December 15, 2018

Friday, December 14, 2018

Funko's Latest Disney Mystery Minis Celebrate True Love

Funko
Disney Princess films often end with the princess finding her true love. Funko celebrates the romance of these couples with four adorable new duos of Mystery Minis.

Funko
Belle and her Beast are dressed for the ball.

Funko
Ariel and Eric look set to sail on the lagoon.

Funko
Rapunzel and Flynn Rider are ready for battle.

Funko
Tiana and Naveen are dressed to party at Tiana's Palace.

These Mystery Minis two packs will be available in January. 

Thursday, December 13, 2018

Waltz of the Flowers - Pentatonix

Pentatonix
Pentatonix's version of "Waltz of the Flowers" from The Nutcracker is delightful.

Wednesday, December 12, 2018

These Disney Princess Mini Trees are Too Adorable

Disney
If you've been looking to add a bit of Disney Princess to your Christmas decor, consider making one, or several, of these adorable trees. Each one was inspired by the outfit of a Disney Princess: Ariel, Rapunzel, Mulan, Tiana, and Jasmine.


These trees look fairly easy to decorate and would be a fun family project.

Disney
If you'd prefer a Belle or Cinderella tree, instructions can be found here on the Disney Family website. Which tree will you make?

Tuesday, December 11, 2018

Festive PhotoPass Magic Shots Around Disney World

Disney
Disney has created several new PhotoPass Magic Shots just for the holiday season. Chip and Dale, in their holiday attire, can be found at EPCOT.

Disney
Couples can kiss under the magic mistletoe at all four parks and Disney Springs.

Disney
Hang out with Zero in this magic shot on Hollywood Boulevard at Hollywood Studios.

Disney
 Wayne and Lanny from Prep and Landing drop in in this magic shot from Echo Lake in Hollywood Studios.

Disney
Meeko pops out of a Christmas present in this Animal Kingdom magic shot.

Disney
Your photo magically transforms into a snow globe in this shot available near the Tree of Life in the Animal Kingdom, the park entrance at the Magic Kingdom, and select Disney Resorts.

Disney
This "Season's Greetings" frame can be found at select Disney Resorts. 

And don't forget, you'll need to purchase Memory Maker before, during, or after your vacation to receive all of your PhotoPass photos and videos. Memory Maker is included with some Annual Passes.

Monday, December 10, 2018

Photo of the Week

2008
The Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights, which used to be on the Streets of America at Hollywood Studios, was totally over the top, but a lot of fun.

Sunday, December 9, 2018

Quote of the Week

Disney
So at last, Mickey learned what he'd missed from the start.
Bells and holly mean little without friends in your heart.
The magic of Christmas has its rhyme and its reason.
We hope you and yours have a most joyous season.

- Narrator,
Mickey's Twice Upon a Christmas

Saturday, December 8, 2018

The Avengers: Endgame Teaser Trailer and Poster are Here and They're Dark

Marvel
After seeing the way Avengers: Infinity War ended, I knew the first teaser for Avengers 4, now titled Avengers: Engame, was likely to be somewhat traumatic. This teaser doesn't disappoint in that department. "Part of the journey is the end" indeed.


But at least now we know Ant-Man is back, and Hawkeye, too!

Marvel
Avengers: Endgame arrives in theaters on April 26.

Friday, December 7, 2018

Where Are You Christmas? - Pentatonix

Pentatonix
Pentatonix's arrangement of "Where Are You Christmas?" from How the Grinch Stole Christmas is truly stunning.



Their new album, "Christmas is Here", is available now.

Thursday, December 6, 2018

Funko's POPVinyl Captain Marvel Figures Are A Blast

Funko
Funko has created quite the collection of POPVinyl figures for the upcoming Captain Marvel movie. There are several different Carol Danvers figures, including five different exclusives.

Funko
Carol Danvers the pilot is a FYE exclusive. A masked Vers is a GameStop exclusive. Vers unmasked will be available from several retailers. Captain Marvel in a jacket is a Hot Topic exclusive. A glowing Captain Marvel is a Walmart exclusive. A masked and flying Captain Marvel is a Target exclusive.

Funko
In addition to the many faces of Captain Marvel, there are figures of her allies and enemies. Allies include a young Nick Fury, before he lost his eye, and Carol's fellow pilot Maria Rambeau. Kree officer Star Commander and Talos make up the alien contingent. And then there's Goose the Cat, who may or may not actually be a cat. He's also available as a flocked BoxLunch exclusive. All of these POPVinyl figures from Funko will be available in January.

Wednesday, December 5, 2018

EPCOT's Candlelight Processional with Neil Patrick Harris

Disney
I've never been fortunate enough to watch EPCOT's Candlelight Processional in person, but its definitely on my bucket list. This Christmas tradition was started 60 years ago by Walt Disney himself and is a must see every year. This year, for the first time, Disney shared a live-stream of the show. And they chose a night when fan-favorite Neil Patrick Harris was the narrator. It was spectacular!



Different celebrity narrators will continue performing this amazing musical event every night until December 30. 

Tuesday, December 4, 2018

This Captain Marvel Trailer is Awesome!

Marvel
"This March, everything begins with her, 
with a hero." 

The new trailer for Captain Marvel gives us a glimpse of the epic battles in the film, the search for her past, and a hilarious moment between Nick Fury and a cat. Captain Marvel arrives in theaters on March 8, 2019.

Monday, December 3, 2018

A New Captain Marvel Poster Is Here!

Marvel
An electric new Captain Marvel poster has arrived, and a new trailer is due later today during Monday Night Football! Captain Marvel arrives in theaters on March 8, 2019.

Sunday, December 2, 2018

Quote of the Week

Warner Bros
He puzzled and puzzled, till his puzzler was sore. Then the Grinch thought of something he hadn't before! "Maybe Christmas," he thought, "doesn't come from a store. Maybe Christmas… perhaps… means a little bit more."

- The Grinch

Saturday, December 1, 2018

Photo of the Week


Ivy is back, helping to countdown the days until Christmas. She made sure to put up my favorite DecemBear advent calendar to get us started.

Friday, November 30, 2018

Santa and Mrs Claus LEGO BrickHeadz Are Adorably Festive


LEGO BrickHeadz are pretty cool. I love the Beauty and the Beast, Pirates of the Caribbean and Marvel figures. And this year, they came up with a holiday collection that is absolutely adorable. My favorites are Santa and Mrs Claus. Mrs Claus is wearing a frilly apron and serving cookies. Santa has a tiny bag of presents and a little Christmas tree.

Thursday, November 29, 2018

Toyota's New Home for the Holidays Commercial is Beautiful

Toyota
I saw Toyota's new "Home for the Holidays" commercial last night and I have to say, it made me cry. I love Christmas commercials that tug at the heart strings and this one does so beautifully.

Wednesday, November 28, 2018

Funko's Marvel Holiday Collection is Hilarious!

Funko
Funko has released a rather hilarious collection of Marvel holiday POPVinyl and Pint Size Heroes. These collectible figures, sure to put a smile on your face, are available in stores now.

Funko
 Deadpool is ready to fight, armed with a pair of lethal candy canes.

Funko
 Spider-Man is sporting a spider on his ugly Christmas sweater. 

Funko
 The Hulk looks ready to smash some Christmas cheer with his stocking and gift.

Funko
 Baby Groot is the happiest Christmas tree around with his lights and ornaments.

Funko
These Pint Size Heroes are truly adorable in their holiday attire. The collection includes ugly Christmas sweater Thanos, a sledding Rocket Raccoon, a chipper Squirrel Girl with a stocking, Groot the Christmas tree, ugly Christmas sweater Spider-Man, and Captain America the snowman. Too cute!