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Tuesday, July 31, 2018

Avengers: Infinity War On Digital and Blu-ray

Marvel
Avengers: Infinity War is available on Digital today. It will be released on Blu-ray and DVD on August 14. I saw the film in the theater and I have to say, it was incredible, and intense, and occasionally funny, though often terribly sad as well. This is one film that I would hate to spoil with a review (and I would have a hard time sharing my favorite parts without spoiling it!) That being said, it was amazing and I talked about it constantly, considering all of the possibilities it presented, for weeks after seeing it. It was amazing seeing such a large cast bring all of their stories together to tell a new one. I can't wait to see where the story goes next.



The Blu-ray and Digital release will include a wealth of bonus features, including:
  • Strange Alchemy - See MCU characters meet for the first time and learn why they were teamed up
  • The Mad Titan - learn more about Thanos
  • Beyond the Battle: Titan - go behind the scenes on Thanos' ruined world
  • Beyond the Battle: Wakanda - a behind the scenes look at Marvel's most challenging battle
  • Deleted Scenes - Happy Knows Best, Hunt for the Mind Stone, The Guardians Get Their Groove Back, and A Father's Choice
  • Gag Reel 
  • Audio Commentary 
  • Digital Exclusive - A Directors' Roundtable - eight directors discuss how their movies fit together in the MCU

Saturday, July 28, 2018

It's Spider-Man vs Vulture in the Latest Marvel Funko Short

Funko
Spider-Man takes on the Vulture, with a little help from Iron Man, in this new short from Marvel and Funko.

Friday, July 27, 2018

Photo of the Week


Oh no, its the Underminer! I love the PhotoPass backdrops in the Magic Kingdom as part of the Incredible Tomorrowland Expo.

Thursday, July 26, 2018

Check Out These UP Inspired Treats from Pixar Fest

Disney
Pixar Fest at Disneyland is in full swing and the UP treats look amazing. If you're heading to the park before the party ends on September 3, you can find these Russell and Dug cake pops at Candy Palace on Main Street, USA. If not, why not try your hand at making them at home with this video from the Disneyland Candy Makers.

Wednesday, July 25, 2018

This Extended Look at Christopher Robin is Too Darling

Disney
With each new glimpse, Christopher Robin just looks more and more darling. I'm rather fond of Pooh's idea of "naptime."


"On August 3rd, the most beloved characters of all time will take you on a whole new adventure."

Tuesday, July 24, 2018

Avengers Jello


I was in the grocery store the other day when I noticed some pretty cool boxes of Jell-o with Avengers characters on them. The flavors were all fairly straight forward and the colors seemed to represent the characters for the most part: Groot is orange, Captain America is berry blue, Spider-Man is cherry, the Hulk is lime, and Iron Man is raspberry.


And then I noticed something a little, well, odd: Black Widow and Wonder Woman (I know, I know, she's DC and not an Avenger) had pudding instead... with really sweet flavors in pastel shades. It made me wonder, did the company even think about how Strawberry Cupcake and Cotton Candy in no way represent these characters? Neither the colors nor the flavors make any sense. Anyway, it just struck me as a bit odd. Maybe they'll do better next year.

Monday, July 23, 2018

A Magical New Trailer For Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald Has Arrived

Warner Bros
A new long trailer for Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald was released at ComicCon this past weekend. It looks incredible!


"This November, the fate of one, the future of all..." Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald arrives in theaters on November 16.

Sunday, July 22, 2018

Quote of the Week

Disney
To live would be 
an awfully big adventure.

- Peter Pan, by J.M. Barrie

Saturday, July 21, 2018

Aladdin As Told By Emoji

Disney
These "As Told By Emoji" short are really cute. I love the way the Aladdin short pays tribute to Genie's "Friend Like Me" and Jafar's "phenomenal cosmic power... itty bitty living space!"

Friday, July 20, 2018

Photo of the Week


I love all of the details in the queue for Expedition Everest. My favorites are the colorful, handmade, wool gloves and socks hanging from the ceiling.

Thursday, July 19, 2018

Scrooge McDuck POPVinyl

Funko
Normally, I prefer the smaller Funko POPVinyl figures, (what can I say, you can pack a lot of fun onto one shelf), but this 10 inch Scrooge McDuck POPVinyl is too cool. Scrooge is in his classic striped bathing suit, ready to take a dive into the coins from his money bin. I just love how happy he looks! This POPVinyl is available exclusively at Target.

Wednesday, July 18, 2018

Here Comes Elastigirl - Incredibles 2

Disney/Pixar
I love the very retro theme songs Michael Giacchino composed for Incredibles 2. My favorite has got to be "Here Comes Elastigirl." It's so catchy!

Tuesday, July 17, 2018

Cast a Spell on Your Collection with These Hocus Pocus POPVinyl

Funko
It's been 25 years since my three favorite witches, the Sanderson sisters, first flew into theaters. This year, arriving just in time for Halloween, they are getting the POPVinyl treatment. Available exclusively from Spirit Halloween stores, Sarah, Mary, and Winifred Sanderson are wickedly adorable with their makeshift "brooms".

Monday, July 16, 2018

Christopher Robin "Legacy" Featurette

Disney
Take a look at the legacy of Winnie the Pooh and how his story is being told in a new way in this featurette for Christopher Robin. 

Sunday, July 15, 2018

Quote of the Week

Disney
People say nothing is impossible, 
but I do nothing every day.

- Winnie the Pooh, 
Christopher Robin

Saturday, July 14, 2018

Christopher Robin Looks Ready for Another Adventure in This Trailer

Disney
In the latest trailer for Christopher Robin, we get a glimpse of a grown up Christopher Robin and his adventure through London with his very silly, old bear, Winnie the Pooh. It looks so cute! Christopher Robin arrives in theaters on August 3.


Here's the official synopsis from Disney:

In the heartwarming live action adventure Disney’s Christopher Robin,the young boy who shared countless adventures with his band of lovable stuffed animals in the Hundred Acre Wood is now grown up and living in London but he has lost his way. Now it is up to his childhood friends to venture into our world and help Christopher Robin rediscover the joys of family life, the value of friendship and to appreciate the simple pleasures in life once again.

Thursday, July 12, 2018

These Christopher Robin POPVinyl are Sweeter Than Honey

Funko
Funko has released a very sweet set of POPVinyl featuring our favorite silly old bear and his friends. Winnie the Pooh, Tigger, and Eeyore appear as they do in Disney's Christopher Robin, which arrives in theaters on August 3. A flocked Winnie the Pooh, with his signature red balloon, is available exclusively from Box Lunch.

Wednesday, July 11, 2018

The House With a Clock in Its Walls Looks Delightful

Universal
I had never heard of The House With a Clock in Its Walls until I saw the first trailer, but it looks like an absolute delight. Filled with magic, and no small amount of mystery, it's the story of a young boy who goes to live with his eccentric uncle in a spooky, old house, and the adventure he discovers there. The film arrives in theaters on September 21.


Here's the official synopsis from Universal:

Based on the beloved children’s classic written by John Bellairs and illustrated by Edward Gorey, Jack Black and two-time Academy Award® winner Cate Blanchett star in The House with a Clock in Its Walls, from Amblin Entertainment. The magical adventure tells the spine-tingling tale of 10-year-old Lewis (Owen Vaccaro) who goes to live with his uncle in a creaky old house with a mysterious tick-tocking heart. But his new town’s sleepy façade jolts to life with a secret world of warlocks and witches when Lewis accidentally awakens the dead.

Tuesday, July 10, 2018

Imagine - Pentatonix

Pentatonix
Pentatonix's version of John Lennon's "Imagine" is quite beautiful.

Monday, July 9, 2018

Tim Allen In Toy Story Land

Disney
Tim Allen and his family were on hand for the recent opening of Toy Story Land. It looks like the voice of Buzz Lightyear found it completely magical.

Sunday, July 8, 2018

Quote of the Week

Disney
There is more treasure in books than in all the pirate's loot on Treasure Island. 

- Walt Disney

Saturday, July 7, 2018

Ant-Man and the Wasp Fun at Disney Springs

Disney
To celebrate the release of Ant-Man and the Wasp in theaters, Disney Springs has a fun new photo opportunity. Near the AMC Theater, you'll find a Wasp wings wall created by artist Apexer. Check out the video below to see it come together.


For even more fun, visit Jock Lindsey's Hangar Bar. For a limited time, select menu items will be available in shrunken down or giant-sizes. Try the Goliath Slider, Shrunken Empanadas, or Jumbo Pirate's Pretzel now through July 15.

Thursday, July 5, 2018

Christopher Robin Gets an Adorable New Teaser

Disney
The latest teaser for Christopher Robin is absolutely adorable. Some friendships last a lifetime.


Christopher Robin arrives in theaters next month, on August 3.

Wednesday, July 4, 2018

Happy Fourth of July!

Disney
America was built
on courage,
on imagination
and an unbeatable determination.

- Harry S. Truman

🎆 Happy Independence Day! 🎆

Tuesday, July 3, 2018

Patriotic Movies for a Festive Fourth


It's that time of year again. Time to dust off favorite patriotic movies and celebrate the old red, white, and blue. I love watching what I consider to be great holiday movies for the Fourth of July. Many of these movies are ones I've watched hundreds of times, and I still love them.

Let's with the family friendly films:

My favorite is still Stars and Stripes Forever, which is a fantastic musical about the life of the March King, John Phillips Sousa. I've always been especially fond of his "ballads".

Liberty's Kids is my favorite series for teaching kids, both young and old, about the Revolutionary War. The stories followed three kids: Sarah, a British subject from England, James, an American-born orphan, and Henri, a French orphan, as they sought to tell the stories behind the Founding of America.

The American Girl movies, especially Felicity, Kit, Samantha, or Molly. Each shows what life was like for kids living in America during a particular era, from the Revolutionary War to WWII.

Schoolhouse Rock: America is educational with a fun twist. These shorts help introduce kids to interesting facts about our country with catchy songs and fun animation. I still remember watching the one about how a bill becomes a law.

I grew up watching Disney's American Legends, a simple retelling of stories that have grown to become legend. From the true story of Johnny Appleseed and Casey Jones, to the tall tales of Paul Bunyan and John Henry, and John Henry, these family friendly stories will help kids get a glimpse into American history.

National Treasure 1 and 2 are a fun mix of historical fact and fiction. I love the idea that the Founding Fathers left clues to a treasure of significant importance hidden in some of our most beloved national symbols. The first movie also provides a glimpse into the wisdom and foresight of the men who created our system of government. The second looks into events from the end of the Civil War and the long lasting effects they've had on America, as well as the search for another treasure.

Captain America: The First Avenger is an action packed look at what could have happened if a man who simply wanted to fight for his country was given an unexpected advantage to do so. Most of the film takes place during WWII, with Steve Rogers proving that sometimes it's what's in your heart that matters the most.

And now films that are more appropriate for teens and adults:

1776 is another musical, which takes place, as the title suggests, during the Continental Congress of 1776. The film stars William Daniels (better known to Boy Meets World fans as Mr. Feeny) as John Adams, along with most of the original Broadway cast. It's a wonderful sneak peek into the minds of the Founding Fathers at one of the pivotal moments in our nation's history.

The Patriot, although somewhat depressing, is an intense look at one family's struggles during the American Revolution. While not appropriate for children, it's a fascinating look at our fight for independence.

Glory, while definitely not for children, is one of the best Civil War movies. Its an intriguing look at the first all-black volunteer company that fought for the Union. This movie is intense, but also a very interesting look at what these men had to overcome to fight for what they believed in.

The John Adams mini-series is told from the perspectives of both John and Abigail Adams, and how each worked, both separately and together, to forge our nation.

Independence Day is an alien invasion movie with action, adventure, and a hefty dose of comedy. It also has my favorite presidential speech of all time. Its sequel, Independence Day: Resurgence, isn't as good as the first, but the story is pretty decent and they kept a lot of the original cast.


Cinderella Man is a look at the true story of one man's life during the Depression. A former boxer whose fallen on hard times, James Braddock, with the help and support of his family, overcomes the odds to become a champion and a national inspiration in the 1930s.

Forest Gump, while not obviously patriotic, shows American society at its best and worst over several decades. It is the story of the American Dream, and the wisdom that the attainment of that dream isn't always what you expect.

If you're like me, you see nothing wrong with celebrating our freedom and this great country of ours for an entire month, or maybe even longer. So I hope you will watch at least a few of these great films. And who knows, maybe you'll find a new favorite, too.

Monday, July 2, 2018

Muppet Stars and Stripes Forever

Jim Henson Company
With Independence Day just around the corner, I thought it was time for a little patriotic music... with a Muppety twist.

Sunday, July 1, 2018

Quote of the Week

Disney
No cause is lost
if there is but one fool
left to fight for it.

- Will Turner,
Pirates of the Caribbean:
At World's End