I Love Retro Christmas Art

I don't quite know why, but I love kitschy, quirky, retro Christmas art. From cards, to wrapping paper, to advertisements, this fantastic artwork seemed to pop up everywhere. There's just something about the colors and style and nostalgia that I find impossible to resist. Take, for instance, this sassy kitty with the holly on its tail. It's just too cute.

And these simple, yet sweet Santas sledding on candy canes. Can you imagine finding gifts under the tree on Christmas morning wrapped in this paper?

This candy jar card reminds me of the glass candy dish my great grandmother kept on her coffee table. Even though I was just little, she always let me take off the lid to sneak a piece or two.

So many of the designs feature little girls in elaborate Christmas costumes. While ridiculously impractical, these charming little Christmas tree outfits are sure to make you smile.

If you'd like to see even more delightful retro Christmas images, just check out my Pinterest board called I'm Dreaming Of A Retro Christmas. 

Spider-Noir Trailer and Posters

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A new trailer, and four new posters, have arrived for Spider-Noir. The series follows the trials and tribulations of Ben Reilly, Private Eye. It looks so fantastically dark and retro.

Here's the official synopsis from Marvel: 

Based on Marvel Comics’ Spider-Man Noir, the “Spider-Noir” live-action series tells the story of Ben Reilly, a private investigator in 1930s New York. Played by Nicolas Cage, the burnt-out private eye is forced to grapple with his past life as the city’s one and only super hero.

Cage is joined by Lamorne Morris, portraying journalist Robbie Robertson, Li Jun Li’s Cat Hardy, a nightclub songstress and femme fatale, and Karen Rodriguez, who plays Ben Reilly’s assistant detective, Janet.

Two of the posters are virtually identical, but on is in true-hue full color,

and the other is in authentic black and white. The series will be released in both styles.

The other two posters are so retro. They look like the covers of the old pulp fiction gumshoe books from the 1930s.

Spider-Noir arrives on Amazon Prime Video on May 27th.

Retro Christmas at Hollywood Studios

I love the retro decorations around Echo Lake in Hollywood Studios. The lightpoles each have a lighted retro panel and lots of tinsel.

In front of 50s Prime Time Cafe, you'll find these absolutely adorable reindeer.

As well as a wonderful tinsel wreath.

Even Gertie the Dinosaur is decked out for the holidays with a Santa hat and an ornament.

And the umbrellas over the outdoor dining have been transformed into Christmas trees.

Finally, this year, the tree is in the middle of the lake, surrounded by floating, glowing ornaments.

All together, it's awesomely retro Christmas!

Retro Christmas at Hollywood Studios

I love the retro Christmas decorations at Hollywood Studios. There are Santas, or reindeer, or bells on nearly every lightpost. Every time I see them, they make me smile. 

Retro Wreath At Hollywood Studios

I love all of the retro decor at Hollywood Studios, especially at Christmas. Brightly colored wreaths on Hollywood Boulevard feature delightful images of Santa, Candy Canes, or Snowmen.

The Fantastic 4: First Steps on Digital and Blu-ray

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Its nearly time to enjoy The Fantastic 4: First Steps at home. This retro inspired Marvel movie is headed to Digital on September 23rd and Blu-ray on October 14th.

There are a few different collectible Blu-ray editions, but all of them will include the following Bonus Features:

Deleted Scenes – Check out the scenes that didn’t make the final cut.

• Thanksgiving Soup Kitchen
• Fantastic Four Day
• Subterranea
• Birthday Sweater
• Taking Turns

Gag Reel – Enjoy fun outtakes on set with the cast and crew of The Fantastic Four: First Steps.

Featurettes:

• Meet The First Family – The creation of the Fantastic Four saved Marvel Comics in 1961 and has only flourished as years have passed. Matt Shakman and the cast explain how they found themselves gravitating toward each role and creating the ultimate family unit.
• Fantastic Futurism – The filmmakers discuss the process of immersing the cast and crew in the film’s retro-futuristic aesthetic. Join Matt Shakman and crew as they discuss the experience of shooting in gigantic mid-century New York sets and stepping into an otherworldly era.
• From Beyond and Below – The team explores bringing complex characters from the page to the screen, including a larger-than-life Galactus, grounded Harvey Elder/Mole Man, and an emotionally rich Silver Surfer.
• Audio Commentary – Watch the film with audio commentary by director Matt Shakman and production designer Kasra Farahani.

For those who prefer SteelBook, Amazon offers an exclusive bundle featuring a limited-edition SteelBook with a custom magnet-front variant cover, five collector cards, and a special The Fantastic Four: First Steps #1 comic.

The Walmart exclusive Blu-ray package features a striking slipcover and a pop-up that springs to life with the team soaring into action in the iconic Fantasticar.

This Solo Poster Is Wonderfully Retro

Lucasfilm

With a nod to the classic film posters of the past, Lucasfilm's latest poster for Solo: A Star Wars Story is beautifully subtle. I love the less busy, retro look, which seems perfect for a movie about our favorite scruffy-looking smuggler. Solo: A Star Wars Story arrives in theaters on May 25.

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It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas. I love the retro holiday decor at Hollywood Studios. 

Halloween Clothing and Collectibles Are Creeping Into Disney Parks

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It's nearly spooky season, so it's time for Halloween clothing and collectibles to start creeping their way into Disney Parks. These delightful candy-inspired designs will be available at Disneyland, Disney World, and shopDisney.com. Show your devotion to your favorite park with a Disneyland or Walt Disney World spirit jersey. 

Mickey, Donald, and Goofy sport their Halloween costumes behind a giant Mickey jack-o-lantern on this shirt.

Mickey, Pluto, Donald, and Goofy are a bit retro and fun on this silly shirt. 

Show off your love of candy corn on this reversible sequin shirt.

These candy swirl Minnie ears remind me of the giant lollipops found in the parks.

If a candy corn witch hat is more your style, try these adorable Minnie ears.

This mini backpack from Loungefly is covered in spooky sweet treats.

If you'd prefer something a bit retro, try these pumpkin and candy bedecked masks.

This sweetly spooky Mickey Vampire makes one fantastic plush. And he's featured on a pullover sweater, too.

And finally, who could resist this adorable light-up Mickey ghost? Which of these spooky designs will you choose?

Christmas Fun at Hollywood Studios

Christmas has returned to Hollywood Studios with a Flurry of Fun celebration. Along with the return of Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM!, there's the all new Sunset Seasons Greetings along Sunset Boulevard, and a lot of fun retro decorations throughout the park.

Disney

Sunset Seasons Greetings looks like it will be quite magical. It features billboards that come alive with Christmas stories from favorite characters. The Hollywood Tower Hotel will be transformed into a pile of gifts, gingerbread house, and a winter wonderland through the use of amazing projections. And special characters will be on hand, such as the Swedish Chef. Olaf, and a few Toy Story pals. And even more incredible, is the snow. There's something truly magical about Disney snow that turns everyone into a child again, if only for a moment.

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Echo Lake has also gotten a makeover. The park's Christmas tree is now in the lake, surrounded by floating ornament that light up. Dino Gertie has a new Santa hat, and the reindeer in front of 50s Prime Time are adorably retro.

Disney

Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM! is once again following those wacky elves from Prep and Landing as they race to get Santa back to the North Pole in time for Christmas Eve. The show is filled with music, projections, fireworks, special effects, and a message from the head elf himself.

Santa can also be found in the Once Upon a Time shop every night through December 24. After that, Santa Goofy will step in until December 31.

The Fantastic 4: First Steps Teaser Trailer

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The first trailer for Marvel's The Fantastic 4: First Steps has arrived and it is marvelous. It looks like this film is going to be very retro and a lot like the comics, so it should be amazing.

Here's the official synopsis from Marvel: 

Set against the vibrant backdrop of a 1960s-inspired, retro-futuristic world, Marvel Studios’ The Fantastic Four: First Steps introduces Marvel’s First Family — Reed Richards/Mister Fantastic (Pedro Pascal), Sue Storm/Invisible Woman (Vanessa Kirby), Johnny Storm/Human Torch (Joseph Quinn) and Ben Grimm/The Thing (Ebon Moss-Bachrach) as they face their most daunting challenge yet.

Forced to balance their roles as heroes with the strength of their family bond, they must defend Earth from a ravenous space god called Galactus (Ralph Ineson) and his enigmatic Herald, Silver Surfer (Julia Garner). And if Galactus’ plan to devour the entire planet and everyone on it weren’t bad enough, it suddenly gets very personal.

The Fantastic 4: First Steps arrives in theaters on July 25th.

"Rock On" - The Muppets Mayhem

Jim Henson Company

This lyric music video for Dr Teeth and the Electric Mayhem's new song is so very Muppet retro. I love it! It sounds like they're well on their way to recording their first album, which is the basis for the latest Muppet series, The Muppets Mayhem. It should be a blast.

The Muppets Mayhem arrives on DisneyPlus this Wednesday, May 10th.

Harkness of Horror

Marvel

Marvel's Agatha All Along is looking spookier and spookier. This retro ad for the show is rather reminiscent of Werewolf By Night, which was the perfect Marvel Halloween special a few years ago.

The first two episodes of Agatha All Along arrive on DisneyPlus on September 18th.

New episodes will debut each Wednesday.

Rolie Polie Olie Christmas

Treehouse

Rolie Polie Olie was one of my favorite Playhouse Disney shows. It was so sweet and gentle and delightfully retro. I still like to watch the Christmas episodes, especially the one about Snowie, every year.

Toy Story 5 Final Trailer & Posters

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The final trailer for Toy Story 5 has arrived and the story is beginning to appear. Woody has returned to help Jessie and the other toys find their place in a world filled with electronic tablets.

Here's the official synopsis from Pixar: 

The toys are back in Disney and Pixar’s “Toy Story 5,” and this time it’s Toy meets Tech. Buzz, Woody, Jessie and the rest of the gang's jobs are challenged when they're introduced to what kids are obsessed with today....electronics!

In the IMAX poster, the toys are fighting back against the electronic toys.

The 4DX poster features Jessie lassoing Bonnie's new tablet while the other toys look on.

The RealD 3D poster shows the tablet at the center of all the toys attention.

The Fandango poster has a very retro feel.

Toy Story 5 arrives in theaters on June 19th.