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Movie Review – Encanto (2021)

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Encanto, 2021.Directed by Jared Bush, Byron Howard, and Charise Castro Smith. Featuring the voice talents of Stephanie Beatriz, María Cecilia Botero, John Leguizamo, Wilmer Valderrama, Adassa, Diane Guerrero, Mauro Castillo, Angie Cepeda, Jessica Darrow, Rhenzy Feliz, Carolina Gaitán, and Ravi Cabot-Conyers.SYNOPSIS:A young Colombian girl has to face the frustration of being the only member of […]

The Spiderwick Chronicles live-action series in the works at Disney+

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Disney has announced that a new live-action TV series adaptation of Tony DiTerlizzi and Holly Black’s children’s fantasy book series The Spiderwick Chronicles is in the works for the Disney+ streaming service.Described as a modern coming-of-age story combined with fantasy adventure, the series will follow ” the Grace Family—twin brothers Jared and Simon, their sister […]

Disney’s Diary of a Wimpy Kid animated movie gets a new poster and sequel

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Among the multitude of reveals during yesterday’s Disney+ Day celebrations was a brand new poster for Diary of a Wimpy Kid, the all-new animated adaptation of the first book in Jeff Kinney’s bestselling book series, along with word that work is already underway on the sequel, with Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules set […]

Marvel’s Moon Knight, She-Hulk and Ms. Marvel first look teasers released

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As part of the Disney+ Day celebrations, Marvel Studios has unveiled  teasers for three of its upcoming TV series:  Moon Knight starring Oscar Isaac as the titular hero; She-Hulk featuring Tatiana Maslany as She-Hulk/Jennifer Walters and Mark Ruffalo as Bruce Banner; and a new look at Ms. Marvel which sees Iman Vellani leading the cast […]

Movie Review – Home Sweet Home Alone (2021)

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Home Sweet Home Alone, 2021.Directed by Dan Mazer. Starring Archie Yates, Ellie Kemper, Rob Delaney, Pete Holmes, Aisling Bea, and Devin Ratray.SYNOPSIS:A married couple tries to steal back a valuable heirloom from a troublesome kid.The possibilities of streaming cinema’s future are basically limitless, but it’s only inevitable that content networks are going to focus their […]

Marvel showcases upcoming Disney+ slate, including Spider-Man: Freshman Year, Agatha: House of Harkness and Marvel Zombies

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With Phase Four of the Marvel Cinematic Universe in full swing, Marvel Studios has unveiled its upcoming TV slate for Disney+ as part of the streamer’s anniversary celebrations today – and it’s looking like a packed schedule over the next couple of years with several new projects announced today.As well as dropping first look teasers […]

Star Wars: Obi-Wan Kenobi behind-the-scenes video teases Disney+ series

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Following yesterday’s concept art leak, Lucasfilm has now officially released a behind-the-scenes sizzle reel for next year’s Star Wars: Obi-Wan Kenobi series as part of the Disney+ Day celebrations.In addition to concept art, the featurette includes comments from director Deborah Chow (The Mandalorian) and Obi-Wan himself, Ewan McGregor, who also teases his impending rematch with […]

The Sanderson Sisters return in Hocus Pocus 2 first look image

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As Disney+ Day begins, the streamer has released the first image of the hotly-anticipated Hocus Pocus 2 with Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker and Kathy Najimy back in costume as the wicked Sanderson Sisters. Check out the image here…Directed by Anne Fletcher (The Proposal), the Disney+ movie will see the original Sanderson sisters back alongside […]

Disney+ announces The Ice Age Adventures of Buck Wild with first trailer

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Not too long ago, Ice Age was a hit animated film franchise for the Fox brand. Now, Disney has taken it over and announced a brand-new entry into the long-running family film series. The Ice Age Adventures of Buck Wild is set for release on January 28th, with a first look trailer premiering during the […]

X-Men: The Animated Series to return with Marvel’s X-Men ’97

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The moment you see that logo, you are already humming the iconic theme song in your head. Now, the ‘90s kids can look forward to one of the most memorable animated series making a return. Prepare for X-Men ’97.Disney+ announced during its anniversary celebration that an X-Men: The Animated Series revival is on the way, […]