Rumours buzzed before the Oscar nominations came out and they were all saying the same thing: Jennifer Aniston for her role in CAKE. However, the entertainment world rippled (a bit) when she was snubbed for her role. There’s no doubt that she put her heart and soul into this role. But was it too … [Read more...]
First Look: The Little Prince Movie
The first look at the trailer for "The Little Prince" is now out and it is as sweet as the classic book. This is the first-ever animated feature film adaptation of Antoine de Saint-Exupery's iconic masterpiece. At the heart of the story, This Little Girl (Mackenzie Foy), is being prepared by her … [Read more...]
Cartoons For Kids Are More Violent Than Adult Dramas
Nemo. Bambie. Tarzan. These are just a few of the characters whose parents come to a violent end in top animated children’s films. A study published in the British Medical Journal’s special Christmas issue this week found that two-thirds of children’s animated films involve on-screen death of … [Read more...]
Attention Star Wars Fans: The New Trailer Is Here!
Heads up, moms of Star Wars fans (and moms who are Star Wars fans)! The trailer for the controversial seventh Star Wars movie, The Force Awakens, is out today. I think it’s safe to say that after the, um, non-excellence of the “prequels”—The Phantom Menace, Attack of the Clones and Revenge of The … [Read more...]
Disney’s Big Hero 6 Is Smart and Squishy Fun For Families
In theatres now, Big Hero 6 is the newest Disney Animation movie to grab our attention. And with 3 ten-year-old kids in tow to the advance screening last week, I can assure you that this is one that you must see. The boys couldn't contain their excitement after seeing this movie. They are the true … [Read more...]
The Countdown Is On For New Minions & Toy Story Films
It is a big week for blockbuster animated films it would seem. On Tuesday we got our first look at the new Despicable Me spinoff, Minions. The trailer tells us, they have been on this planet far longer than we have and the film focuses on that long history of the Minions. The film traces … [Read more...]
Why Do White Disney Princesses Make More Money?
While we won't be seeing another Disney princess of colour until 2018 when Moana, the Polynesian princess, makes her debut, it seems that we really aren't seeing that much of the Disney princesses that aren't, well, white. The graphic below, created by Jody Sieradzki of Dadaviz, measures each … [Read more...]
Brides Can Look Like Frozen’s Elsa With New Disney Bridal Collection
UPDATE: It is here! The Frozen inspired wedding dress has made its runway debut. For a cool $1,399 USD, every woman can now channel Elsa on her big day. So what do you think? Do you love the blue toned, sparkly creation or are you still on the fence? Have you ever watched five minutes of … [Read more...]
Movie Review: LEFT BEHIND
My list of must see movies in theatres is very LONG. But this one has me thinking... a lot. The world seems to keep challenging us in many ways and far beyond many of our imaginations and understandings. While we try to keep on top of our daily lives we sometimes have those "what ifs?" enter our … [Read more...]
Off With The Box! Here Comes The Boxtrolls!
Making films for kids and families is a big business and technology has allowed for many great visual escapes. The Boxtrolls will be in theatres this weekend and there's something quite beautiful about this particular film. The stop-motion animated method used is something that isn't common anymore … [Read more...]
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