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Thursday, October 31, 2019

Happy Halloween


It's Halloween! It's Halloween!
The moon is full and bright
And we shall see what can't be seen
On any other night.

Skeletons and ghosts and ghouls,
Grinning goblins fighting duels,
Werewolves rising from their tombs,
Witches on their magic brooms.

In masks and gowns
We haunt the street
And knock on doors
For trick or treat.

Tonight we are
The king and queen,
For oh tonight
It's Halloween!

- Jack Prelutsky

Wednesday, October 30, 2019

Another The Mandalorian Trailer Has Arrived

Disney/Lucasfilm
The second trailer for The Mandalorian is here and it looks amazing. It will be interesting to see a story from the Star Wars universe from the perspective of someone not central to the main saga.


The Mandalorian arrives on Disney+ when the service debuts on November 12.

Tuesday, October 29, 2019

Maleficent: Mistress of Evil TV Spot

Disney
"Every legend has a beginning" and Maleficent's looks fascinating.



Maleficent: Mistress of Evil is in theaters now.

Monday, October 28, 2019

This Winifred Sanderson Makeup Tutorial Is Spelltacular

Disney
Halloween is just around the corner, but there's still time to find a costume. Perhaps this makeup tutorial from Disney and makeup artist Kay-lani will be the perfect look.

Sunday, October 27, 2019

Quote of the Week

Amblin
What’s wrong with weird?
Weird’s like the nuts in my cookies,
it’s the nuts that make things interesting.

- Florence Zimmerman, The House with a Clock in its Walls

Saturday, October 26, 2019

Photo of the Week


I love Disney's Not-So-Spooky Spectacular at Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party.

Friday, October 25, 2019

These Universal Monsters Mystery Minis Are Frightfully Delightful

Funko
I have always loved the classic movies monsters from old Universal films. Dracula, Frankenstein's Monster, the Invisible Man, the Mummy, and the Creature from the Black Lagoon are so ridiculously un-scary, but fantastic at the same time. Funko has released two collections of Mystery Minis featuring these characters: a colorful set available everywhere, and a black and white set available exclusively at Walgreens.

Funko

Both sets feature 12 characters in the same poses:

  • Frankenstein's Monster with his arms outstretched 
  • Frankenstein's Monster holding a flower
  • The Mummy
  • The Invisible Man wrapped up
  • The Wolfman
  • The Bride of Frankenstein
  • Dracula holding a candle 
  • The Creature from the Black Lagoon 
  • The Mole People
  • The Phantom of the Opera
  • Dracula with his arms outstretched 
  • Invisible Man with a clear body
The Funko Universal Monsters Mystery Minis are available in stores now.

Thursday, October 24, 2019

A Rolie Polie Olie Halloween

Disney
I love watching Rolie Polie Olie holiday episodes, especially the Halloween stories. The Polies are getting ready to celebrate Zowie's first Spookie Ookie Day, and Olie can't wait! It's the most adorable Halloween story.

Wednesday, October 23, 2019

Jack Skellington Makeup Tutorial

Disney
Are you looking for a last minute idea for a Halloween costume? Perhaps you love the Nightmare Before Christmas. If so, then this makeup tutorial from Disney and makeup artist Kay-lani is just for you.

Tuesday, October 22, 2019

The Final Trailer for Star Wars: Rise of Skywalker is Here!

Lucasfilm
I can't believe the Star Wars saga is coming to an end! But I can't wait to see it either!


Star Wars: Rise of Skywalker arrives in theaters on December 20.

Monday, October 21, 2019

Halloween Movies To Put You In The Spirit

Universal
I adore Halloween movies! While the super scary or gory films are not my favorite, I love a good thrill and chill each Halloween. If you're looking for a Halloween movie to watch with the family, just check out the links below. You'll find the perfect films for any age group or spookiness level.


Halloween Movies for
Little Ones


  • Rolie Polie Olie: A Spookie Ookie Halloween
  • Pooh' s Heffalump Halloween Movie
  • My Friends Tigger Pooh: Hundred Acre Wood Haunt
  • Mickey Mouse Clubhouse: Mickey's Treat 
  • Spookley the Square Pumpkin 
  • Charlie & Lola: What Can I Wear for Halloween?



  • Halloween Movies for Kids


  • Mickey's House of Villains
  • Casper and Casper Meets Wendy
  • Scary Godmother: A Halloween Spooktakular and The Revenge of Jimmy
  • The Adventures of Ichabod and Mr. Toad
  • The Haunted Pumpkin of Sleepy Hollow 
  • Under Wraps
  • The Halloween Tree
  • Scared Shrekless
  • Monsters vs Aliens: Mutant Pumpkins from Outer Space
  • Eloise's Rawther Unusual Halloween
  • Madeline's Halloween and Other Spooky Tales



  • Halloween Movies for Tweens


  • Twitches and Twitches Too
  • Nightmare Before Christmas
  • Corpse Bride 
  • The Halloweentown Series
  • When Good Ghouls Go Bad
  • Hocus Pocus 
  • Tower of Terror 
  • The Haunted Mansion 
  • The Little Vampire
  • Frankenweenie
  • Hotel Transylvania 
  • The Boy Who Cried Werewolf
  • Girl vs Monster
  • Mr. Boogedy and The Bride of Boogedy
  • Invisible Sister 



  • Halloween Movies for
    Teens and Adults


  • Ghostbusters and Ghostbusters 2
  • The Good Witch Movie Series
  • Young Frankenstein
  • Beetlejuice
  • Blood and Chocolate
  • Covenant
  • Cursed
  • Practical Magic
  • The Craft
  • Sleepy Hollow 
  • Mary Shelley's Frankenstein 
  • Bram Stoker's Dracula
  • Frankenstein and The Bride of Frankenstein 
  • Dracula
  • The Mummy
  • The Wolfman
  • The Creature from the Black Lagoon 
  • The Invisible Man
  • The Fly and The Return of the Fly
  • Sunday, October 20, 2019

    Quote of the Week

    Disney
    When witches go riding
    and black cats are seen,
    the moon laughs and whispers,
    ’tis near Halloween.

    Saturday, October 19, 2019

    Photo of the Week


    Love the dancing skeletons at Disney's Not-So-Spooky Spectacular!

    Friday, October 18, 2019

    This Lady and the Tramp Trailer is Very Nostalgic

    Disney
    When Disney+ debuts on November 12, one of the movies it includes will be an all-new, live-action retelling of Lady and the Tramp. 



    This new film, which was shot in Savannah, Georgia, features real rescue dogs as the main characters. It has quite the voice cast, with Justin Theroux as Tramp, Tessa Thompson as Lady, Sam Elliot as Trusty, Janelle Monae as Peg, Ashley Jensen as Jock, and Benedict Wong as Bull. If the trailer is any indication, it should be quite good.

    Thursday, October 17, 2019

    Traveling on the Skyliner is a Fantastic Way To Fly


    I finally had the chance to ride Disney's new Skyliner between Hollywood Studios and EPCOT. It was wonderful!


    The vents at the top and bottom of each gondola allow for a delightful breeze, which keeps the gondolas cool.


    The character designs on the outside of many of the gondolas are fun to look at from the outside, but can impede the view from the inside. You do have to switch lines at the Caribbean Beach Resort station, but switching is very easy.


    The Skyliner is a fantastic way to travel between Art of Animation, Pop Century, Caribbean Beach Resort, and the upcoming Riviera Resort as well as Hollywood Studios and EPCOT.

    Disney
    The next time you plan to park hop between EPCOT and Hollywood Studios, try the Skyliner. You'll be glad you did!

    Wednesday, October 16, 2019

    The Disney+ Lineup Is Fantastic!

    Disney
    So, you want to know which movies and tv shows will be coming to Disney+ when it launches on November 12? It's a huge list, and here's a video of clips to show you what's coming. (By the way, it will take over 3 hours to watch the video!)

    Tuesday, October 15, 2019

    EPCOT Food and Wine Festival Coins


    The new collectible coins from EPCOT are pretty cool. I have a set from the Flower and Garden Festival earlier this year and a new set of four coins was released for the Food and Wine Festival. There are four coins in the set: Chef Figment, Chef Mickey, Chef Remy, and Chef Minnie.


    All 4 have the EPCOT  International Food and Wine Festival logo and the year on the back. The coins are either $5 a piece, or $10 for 3 and the machine takes $1, $5, $10 Bill's or a credit card. While it would be cool if they offered the full set for a reduced price, I just chose 3 each time. The coin machine can be found inside Port of Entry.

    Monday, October 14, 2019

    This Jungle Cruise Trailer Is Hilarious!

    Disney
    Next year's Jungle Cruise movie looks absolutely hilarious. There seem to be quite a few jokes from the ride and a few moments that remind me of one of my favorite classic movies, African Queen. I can't wait to see it!


    Here's the official synopsis from Disney:

    Inspired by the famous Disneyland theme park ride, Disney’s Jungle Cruise is an adventure-filled, Amazon-jungle expedition starring Dwayne Johnson as the charismatic riverboat captain and Emily Blunt as a determined explorer on a research mission. Also starring in the film are Edgar Ramirez, Jack Whitehall, with Jesse Plemons, and Paul Giamatti. Disney’s Jungle Cruise opens in U.S. theaters on July 24, 2020.

    Sunday, October 13, 2019

    Quote of the Week

    Disney
    Being normal is vastly overrated.

    - Aggie Cromwell, Halloweentown

    Saturday, October 12, 2019

    Photo of the Week


    You never know what you might find when you look up, such as these suits of armor in the Historical Research Center in the UK Pavilion in EPCOT.

    Friday, October 11, 2019

    This Onward Trailer Is Hilarious!

    Disney/Pixar
    The first full Onward trailer has arrived and it looks fantastic. The Lightfoot brothers have the chance to spend one more day with their dearly departed dad. Unfortunately, things don't quite go according to plan.


    Here's the official synopsis from Disney and Pixar:

    This spring, Ian & Barley’s quest beginneth. Set in a suburban fantasy world, Disney and Pixar’s “Onward” introduces two teenage elf brothers who embark on an extraordinary quest to discover if there is still a little magic left out there. 

    Onward arrives in theaters on March 6, 2020.

    Thursday, October 10, 2019

    Appleseed Orchard At The EPCOT Food And Wine Festival Is Amazing


    One of the new booths at this year's EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival is all about apples. The Appleseed Orchard booth is located inside the theater for the O Canada 360° movie. The name pays tribute to Johnny Appleseed, an American settler who became a legend as he planted apple trees across the midwest.


    Inside, the room has been transformed into a giant fair tent, with streamers and lights across the ceiling.


    There are two area for ordering: the Wine Bar, which features wines and a charcuterie board, is on the left, and the Cider Bar, which features caramel corn and ciders, is on the right.


    The popcorn popper at the Cider Bar is decorated with an image of Johnny Appleseed as he appeared in Disney's classic cartoon. 


    The Frozen Apple Pie is absolutely fantastic! It features layers of apple pie filling, apple cinnamon slush, and pie crust crumbles. It is my favorite drink at this year's festival.


    The Caramel-Apple Popcorn is a bit pricey at $10, but it tastes delightful and comes in an adorable souvenir apple. The popcorn is green and caramel colored and does taste like caramel and apples.


    Outside in the Kidcot area, there's a display with an old-fashioned cider press and crates of many different types of apples. Overall, the Appleseed Orchard booth is a delightful experience and I can't wait to stop by again on my next trip to EPCOT'S International Food and Wine Festival.

    Wednesday, October 9, 2019

    Madame Leota Makeup Tutorial

    Disney
    Are you still looking for a costume for Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party or perhaps Halloween itself? This tutorial from makeup artist Kay-lani (@viva_glam_kay) and Disney may be just the ticket. Her transformation into Madame Leota from the Haunted Mansion is spellbinding.

    Tuesday, October 8, 2019

    Disney's Not So Spooky Spectacular Fireworks Look Incredible

    Disney
    Disney has created an all-new fireworks show for this year's Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party. The Halloween Party fireworks have been my favorite for years, so I'm excited to see how this new show stacks up. The Not So Spooky Spectacular Fireworks are hosted by Jack Skellington and feature projections, lasers, and lots of fireworks.

    Disney shared a live stream of the fireworks recently and they looked incredible. (This video has since been removed.)

    Doesn't it put you in a Halloween mood? If you'd like to see the show in person, tickets are still available for Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party on select nights through Halloween. 

    Monday, October 7, 2019

    Maleficent: Mistress of Evil Trailer

    Disney
    Maleficent: Mistress of Evil arrives in theaters on October 18, just in time for Halloween.

    Sunday, October 6, 2019

    Quote of the Week

    Disney
    Gather 'round and I'll elucidate
    What goes on outside when it gets late
    Along about midnight the ghosts and banshees
    They get together for their nightly jamboree
    There's things with horns and saucer eyes
    Some with fangs about this size
    Some are fat and some are thin
    And some don't even wear their skin
    I'm telling you, brother, it's a frightful sight
    To see what goes on Halloween night

    When the spooks have a midnight jamboree
    They break it up with fiendish glee
    The ghosts are bad but the one that's cursed
    Is the headless horseman; he's the worst
    That's right, he's a fright on Halloween night

    When he goes a joggin' 'cross the land
    Holding his noggin in his hand
    Demons take one look and groan
    And they hit the road for parts unknown
    Beware! Take care! He rides alone

    And there's no spook like a spook that's spurned
    They don't like him and he's really burned
    He swears to the longest day he's dead
    He'll show them that he can get a head

    They say he's tired of his flaming top
    He's got a yen to make a swap
    So he rides one night each year
    To find a head in the hollow here

    He likes 'em little
    He likes 'em big
    Parted in the middle or a wig
    Black or white or even red
    The headless horseman needs a head

    With a hip, hip and a clippity clop
    He's out looking for a top to chop
    So don't stop to figure out a plan
    You can't reason with a headless man

    Now if you doubt this tale is so
    I met that spook just a year ago
    Now I didn't stop for a second look
    But made for the bridge that spans the brook
    For once you've crossed that bridge, my friend
    The ghost is through
    His power ends

    So when you're ridin' home tonight
    Make for the bridge with all your might
    He'll be down in the hollow there
    He needs your head
    Look out! Beware!

    With a hip, hip and a clippity clop
    He's out looking for a head to swap
    So don't try to figure out a plan
    You can't reason with a headless man

    - Brom Bones, The Legend of Sleepy Hollow

    Saturday, October 5, 2019

    Photo of the Week


    🎵 Its a Small World after all... 🎵

    Friday, October 4, 2019

    The Skeleton Dance

    Disney
    It's October, so it must be time once again to share one of my favorite Disney shorts, The Skeleton Dance. This delightfully macabre little cartoon, the first of the Silly Symphonies, celebrates its 90th anniversary this year.

    Thursday, October 3, 2019

    Grim Grinning Ghosts

    Disney
    This a capella version of Grim Grinning Ghosts is fantastic. The group behind the video, VoicePlay, put a really fun twist on this classic Disney song.

    Wednesday, October 2, 2019

    Toy Story 4 On Digital and Blu-ray

    Disney
    Toy Story 4 brings the stories of Woody, Jessie, Buzz, Bo Peep and all of the other toys to a wonderful conclusion. And now, it's available on Digital. On October 8th, it will also be available on Blu-ray and DVD with a whole host of bonus features. 


    Bonus Features on Blu-ray & Digital include:

    • ‘Toy Stories – The Toy Story 4 cast and crew share their love of toys!
    • Woody & Buzz – Take a look at the relationship between these two legendary characters.
    • Bo Rebooted – Discover how Team Bo reimagined all aspects of Bo Peep’s identity to arrive at the fully realized character seen in the film.
    • Toy Box – Enjoy a collection of mini-docs on the film’s memorable new characters, featuring the voice actors, director Josh Cooley and Pixar artists talking about the many elements that make these characters fun and lovable
    • Let’s Ride With Ally Maki – Ally Maki, voice of Giggle McDimples, learns all about Pixar’s dialogue recording process from director Josh Cooley and his team.
    • Deleted Scenes introduced by director Josh Cooley including:Scamming Playtime, Bo Knows Hippos, Desperate Toys, Knock-Offs, Recruit Duke, She’s The One
    • Audio Commentary, Trailers and more!

    Digital Exclusive Bonus Features include:

    • Anatomy of a Scene: Prologue – Filmmakers and crew review key scenes of the movie and dissect the practical and technological methods used to bring them to life.
    • Additional Deleted scene –  Bonnie’s Playtime

    Tuesday, October 1, 2019

    Frozen 2 "Into the Unknown"

    Disney
    The latest poster for Frozen II looks fantastic. Elsa, Anna, Olaf, Kristoff, and Sven are headed on an adventure "Into the Unknown", which happens to be the name of an all-new song from the film. You can hear a clip of it below.



    Frozen II looks, and sounds, pretty amazing, doesn't it? Want to know a little more about the story? Here's the official synopsis from Disney:

    Why was Elsa born with magical powers? What truths about the past await Elsa as she ventures into the unknown to the enchanted forests and dark seas beyond Arendelle? The answers are calling her but also threatening her kingdom. Together with Anna, Kristoff, Olaf and Sven, she'll face a dangerous but remarkable journey. In “Frozen,” Elsa feared her powers were too much for the world. In “Frozen 2,” she must hope they are enough.

    Frozen II arrives in theaters on November 22.