New Animated Pokémon Movie to Premiere on Netflix: Trailer Released, In-Game Activations Planned

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The Pokémon Company International and Netflix announced today that the next animated Pokémon movie, “Pokémon the Movie: Secrets of the Jungle,” will premiere on Netflix around the world on October 8, 2021. The first official international trailer for the movie was released today including new music from Cyn. Special in-game activations including Dada Zarude and Shiny Celebi distributions – both as featured in the movie— for Pokémon Sword or Pokémon Shield video games and more activations were also announced.


“Pokémon the Movie: Secrets of the Jungle” synopsis: 
Deep within the Forest of Okoya, the Mythical Pokémon Zarude live in a troop and maintain a strict rule that forbids outsiders from entering their territory. Elsewhere in the jungle lives Koko, a human boy raised by a lone Zarude who left the troop. Koko has grown up never doubting that he is a Zarude. But one day, a chance meeting with Ash and Pikachu leaves Koko with his first human friend. Is he truly a Pokémon? Or is he, in fact, a human? When danger threatens the jungle, the bonds between Pokémon and human—and the love between parent and child—will be put to the test.

To further celebrate the announcement, beginning today, Trainers will be able to receive Dada Zarude and Shiny Celebi—both as featured in the movie—in their Pokémon Sword or Pokémon Shield games by signing up for Pokémon Trainer Club email notifications. Trainers who register in this way by September 25, 2021, will receive a Pokémon Trainer Club email containing a distribution code for both Pokémon on October 7, 2021.

Fans can also look forward to a crossover with Pokémon GO celebrating the global launch of “Pokémon the Movie: Secrets of the Jungle” on Netflix. More details will be announced soon. In the meantime, fans can visit the official movie website at www.zarude.pokemon.com and join the conversation online with #Pokemon25.

Introducing Healthy Eating to Our Children: Obvious and Sneaky Ways

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We all want our children to be healthy, and there comes a time when we inevitably start to peddle the same phrases that our parents did when it comes to eating our greens: “eat up, it’s good for you,” it will make you big and strong,” and so on. But the reality is that children don’t listen to these things because they don’t feel they need to be stronger because they are in the prime of their lives! 

 

It’s so hard to give them that foundation of being healthy so they will be stronger and healthier later in life. This means that we’ve got to incorporate subtle strategies and slowly introduce the concept of healthy eating to our children. So, what can we do to help them in the long run? 

 

Start Small

Of course, the biggest problem many of us have is thinking that we want our children to be healthy so, one day, we pile a whole plate of greens in front of them, but this is going to be a shock to the system, and they will probably turn their nose up at it. Instead, you have to start small. 

 

It’s vital to remember that any little thing you put into their food or in front of them is going to benefit. We don’t have to start large, in fact, we can start smaller than just putting greens on the side. Some of the best herbs for good health can easily be put into a meal like spaghetti bolognese or curry. 

 

When we start small, this is going to help them get used to the idea of eating healthier, but it also doesn’t pile the pressure upon us. We can think that it’s better to completely overhaul their dinner plates one day, but this makes the problem even bigger. 

 

The “Combination Method”

Children are suspicious of new things, and this understandably includes healthy foods. One of the best things you can do is to introduce a combination of new foods with options your child already likes. 

 

When they are forming their preferred tastes, you can introduce them to a variety of foods, which can reduce the likelihood of them being picky eaters, but what if you start to put something new on their plates, which makes approximately 15% of their meal, while the rest is stuffy already know, it’s not going to be a shock to the system. 

 

But you also have to think that the new item may need to work in combination with the food they already like. For example, something like broccoli can easily be stirred into mac and cheese, and they will not notice the taste because the cheese is so strong. 

 

The Sneaky Method

The battle of getting your children to eat healthier is as much a psychological one as it is a health-oriented one. Sometimes, we’ve got to find ways to sneak healthy things into their diet. A very good example is to make sauces that are full of vegetables. 

 

While blitzing up fruit can release a lot more sugars, this is not the same when it comes to blending vegetables. So you can make them into a thin sauce that you can flavor up with herbs and spices, and it can be something that they have as a pasta sauce, or as something they use as a dipping sauce. 

 

If they are big fans of ketchup, you can make your own natural ketchup, and put as many vegetables in it as possible without compromising the taste. This is very much trial and error, but if you can create a sauce that has lots of vegetables, you can rest easy knowing that this is at least one good thing they are having in their diet. 

 

Offering Choices and Independence

Nobody likes to be forced to do something, and at the kitchen table, if you are offering the choice between celery or apples with peanut butter, it may not seem like much of a difference, but you are giving them the autonomy they need, while you are still able to remain in control of their nutrition. 

 

If you can make it their idea to try something new, they’re more likely to give it a go. And if they try to outsmart you, this is where you have to incorporate guidelines. For example, every meal will have to include one serving of carbohydrates, one serving of protein, and three servings of vegetables. 

 

You can then go one step further and let them make their own plates. When you start to give your child more autonomy and help them come up with ideas for foods, they are more likely to give it a go. 

 

To go one step further, if they are old enough, you can get them involved in cooking it. Because if they work hard on something, they are more likely to give it a go. Because if you do everything for them it’s far easier for them to turn their nose up at it. 

 

Do Not Force It

We don’t want them to feel stressed every time they are eating. Having choices are so important to encourage a healthy way of life. We have to remember that, even though we are trying to get them to eat healthier, we can’t expect them to like everything we put on their plates. You have to remember that their taste buds change over time. And we have to keep trying. 

 

When you offer foods in different varieties, with different seasonings, different sauces, you have to figure out the best way to encourage your child. And also, you have to remember that you should lead by example. 

 

If you are trying to take control of your health you’ve got to remember the impact you have on your child’s mindset and attitudes towards food. This means you all have to eat the same thing at the dinner table, and remember that it’s about being healthy yourself. Because if you tell children that they need to eat healthily but you are not, it’s not going to be a surprise when they battle you at the dinner table.

 

A Quick Guide To Golf for Beginners

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Golf isn’t a sport that is instantly recognizable as being female orientated. Surveys suggest that only 24% of golfers who play on a course are women. This rises to 41% when you play off a course which is slightly more encouraging. However, golf is still a predominantly male-orientated sport.

 

There is no denying that being a novice in golf, especially as a woman, can be challenging. There are various reasons for this, but the most common is because it might appear to be quite overpowering and daunting.

Even though the environment is changing, many women did not grow up playing golf and hence did not have any early exposure to the sport of golf. But if your curiosity has been piqued and you want to see what all the fuss is about, after all, golf is the main pastime of many presidents throughout history, and if it is good enough for a president then is good enough for everyone, this post looks at some tips for women looking to get into golfing as well as start advice.

Borrow or Buy Golf Clubs

If you are a beginner golfer, you can borrow clubs or purchase a golf club set. Many golf sets are reasonably priced and include all of the fundamental equipment you will want. For the time being, all you’ll need is a driver, wood or hybrid, a couple of irons, a wedge, and a putter. Check out this buyers guide for women’s golf clubs.

If you know someone who has clubs, it is acceptable to borrow them in the beginning. An extra set of clubs may be available for use by a teaching instructor or at a clinic where you are participating. As your skills develop and you begin to play more frequently, you can invest in a set of your own. Every year, manufacturers introduce the latest technology and equipment, providing consumers with a plethora of options.

Master The Swing

Although learning the golf swing principles and how to hit the ball is difficult, it can also be a lot of fun if you get your swing down. After all, what is golf if you don’t get to swing the club at all? It is also necessary to provide a solid foundation.

The ideal thing, according to them, is to enroll in golf lessons with a golf professional who specializes in teaching the mechanics of the appropriate golf swing to beginners.

Many golfers swear by a teaching golf professional who can instruct and provide a solid foundation of abilities and strategies to build on as you progress through your game. 

Another excellent method of learning is to enroll in a group class or clinic. It is possible to locate such opportunities at your local golf courses or practice facilities, as well as with women’s golf groups that have local chapters in your area (or even in your city).

These are a lot of fun because they are informal and low-key, and you can learn from people who are also just getting started in their careers. The best part is that it is social!

Practise, A Lot

Learning the golf swing is not the most natural movement, and it isn’t easy to learn in a single 30-minute or hour-long session. Aside from that, different swings are available for different clubs! Instead of taking one class or attending one clinic and then moving on, take several lessons or attend several clinics.

Consistency is important for beginning golfers.

It is recommended that you participate for at least a six-week period, to begin with. After each lesson, make sure to put into practice what you’ve learned so that you can improve your muscle memory. This will ensure that you progress over time and get the most out of your classes.

Learn The Basics of How to Play The Game

When you are first learning how to hit a golf ball, you don’t need to know much about the game. It is doubtful that you will be heading out onto the golf course for the very first time without having ever touched a club. After taking some lessons and practicing on the driving range, you may be able to go out and play a little golf on a real golf course.

If you do, you will need to be familiar with some of the terminology and etiquette associated with golf. 

Some handy words to know include;

Areas you will find on a golf course.

  • Tee Box – where you tee up the ball at the start of each hole.  
  • Fairway – the manicured grass between the tee box and the green.
  • Rough – the area off the fairways and greens in longer grass.
  • Bunker or Sand Trap – sand-filled areas.
  • Green – where the cup or hole is located.  Putting takes place here.
  • Fringe – the fringe surrounds the green and is just a bit longer than the green and shorter than the rough.
  • Flagstick or Pin – each hole has an actual target or flagstick
  • Hazard or Penalty Area –  these include ponds, streams, fescue, natural vegetation where a golfer may find trouble.
  • Out of Bounds – areas that are marked that can not be played out of.
  • Divots – marks, indents, or tufts of earth that have been pulled up due to a golf club or a ball that lands and marks the green.

Each hole on a golf course is designated either a Par 3, 4, or 5. The number relates to the number of shots to hole out 3 is the shortest and 5 is the longest.

The Scores are as follows;

  • Par –  This is given to the expected number of strokes to shoot for professionals
  • Birdie – 1 under par
  • Eagle – 2 under par
  • Albatross – 3 under par
  • Bogey – 1 over par
  • Double Bogey – 2 over par
  • Triple Bogey – 3 over par
  • Ace or Hole in One takes 1 shot on the drive to put the ball in the hole.

The skills can also be learned while playing with your partner if they have more expertise and are ready to teach you how to do so. This is how the vast majority of people learned to play golf. 

Find Someone to Play With

This is, without a doubt, the most crucial element, and it can be not easy at times. It would help if you made an effort to find a partner to play with. In most cases, when asked if they want to play, golfers are eager to oblige.

Golf is the type of sport and activity that everyone may participate in with anyone else, regardless of their level of competence.

In essence, you are competing against the golf course, and your primary goal at the outset is to become familiar with the game and learn how to strike the golf ball. In addition, as you get more experience, there are numerous methods to make golf enjoyable or competitive, and you can compete against other people while playing.

Check with your local golf courses, practice facilities, and women’s groups for possible partners who don’t have anyone to play with. They may be members of social groups that meet regularly to socialize. If you attended a clinic, check with the other participants to see if they’d be interested in playing because you’ll be on the same level as they are.

Play On A Golf Course

Now that you have committed to studying golf and have gained some confidence in your ability to strike the golf ball, it is time to take your skills to the next level and play on an actual golf course.

An excellent approach is to brush up on some of the most important etiquette rules before getting on the course. If you can choose the sort of golf course, there are numerous options to consider.

The prospect of playing 18 holes as a novice can be incredibly intimidating at first. Try your hand at a 9-hole course or even a Par 3-hole course as they would probably be far more fun alternatives. A driving range is a completely different experience from playing a golf course, and you will discover this for yourself.

Start from the tees as far forward as possible, or even the family tees if they are available. They are closer to the hole, which means you will have a better time during the round. The goal of playing golf is to have a good time, not to worry about your score or the number of times you hit the golf ball.

Lastly, Enjoy It!

Golf should be fun, and if you are putting too much pressure on yourself, then chances are you won’t be having much fun. Take your time and get to grips with the game at your own pace and in an environment that supports your developing skills.

Don’t be intimidated to be a woman on a golf course, any golf clubs have a good proportion of female players who can help you to get the most from your game and settle in if required.

JUNGLE CRUISE MOVIE Review

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We got the Digital Download free in exchange for an honest review all opinions are our own.

Take A Riveting Ride Through the Amazon When Disney’s Jungle Cruise Docks Early on DigitalAugust 31

and 4K Ultra HD™, Blu-ray™ and DVD November 16

 

  OMG all when this movie was over I just wanted more. Hubby even said that this movie was made for me.  I love the humor in this one the jokes that he tells are right up my alley and he tells them the whole way threw.  It also sends a few twists and curves that makes the movie so excited.  I did not hear a lot about this one before it was released but it looked great.
  Most of us know about Disney Jungle Cruise.  I believe its in Adventure land and yes it is always and adventure.  This movie was perfect.  We start off with Lily and McGregor a brother and sister who want to explore the Jungle for the Moon tears.  Of course no one takes them seriously and they decide to take what they need and go on their own.  McGregor goes along to support his sister even though the Jungle is not his cup of tea.  When they meet Frank they soon learn not to believe anything he says, but he is funny and comes in handy at times.    The adventure takes them threw the jungle where they meet some colorful people and learn to trust each other.
  Anyone who has been to Disney and has been weighting to hear this story for a long time.  They did it perfect.  I was truly impressed with the entire movie and have watched it 4 times already.

 

Experience The Adventure in a New Way with Expedition Mode!
Plus 11 Deleted Scenes, Bloopers and More…

 

LOS ANGELES, CA (August 16, 2021) – Disney’s Jungle Cruise, starring Dwayne Johnson and Emily Blunt, arrives on all major digital platforms on August 31 and on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray and DVD on November 16. Jungle Cruise fans can set sailon a rollicking thrill-ride in stunning Ultra HD quality and immersive Dolby Atmos audio, with never-before-seen bonus footage, including 11 deleted scenes, bloopers and featurettes. In addition, families can watch the adventure in a fun, exciting new way with Expedition Mode.

Film Synopsis

Seeking an ancient tree with healing abilities, Dr. Lily Houghton and wisecracking skipper Frank Wolff team up for the adventure-of-a lifetime on Disney’s Jungle Cruise, a rollicking ride down the Amazon. Amidst danger and supernatural forces lurking in the jungle, secrets of the lost tree unfold as their fate—and mankind’s—hangs in the balance.

Disney’s Jungle Cruise Bonus Features*

● Jungle Cruise Expedition Mode – Climb aboard a ramshackle tramp steamer (or your own couch) to learn fun facts, discover Easter eggs and catch some pop-up trivia throughout the movie.
● It’s A Jungle Out There: Making Jungle Cruise – Director Jaume Collet-Serra, the cast and crew discuss the importance of the film’s elements, from casting to makeup to the use of an ancient indigenous language, in creating the world that honors one of Disneyland’s most beloved rides.
● Dwayne And Emily: Undoubtedly Funny – Go on-set with the two stars, whose new-found friendship helped them project a natural onscreen chemistry. Although their characters challenge each other throughout the film, the actors make each other laugh. A lot!
● Creating The Amazon – Explore the cinematic artistry involved in creating the world of Jungle Cruise, including how Frank’s boat coursed “dangerous” water in a tank in Atlanta, how a town was built in Kauai, and how a ferocious jaguar came to life, among other amazing effects.
● Once A Skip, Always A Skip – Join a panel of “Skippers” at the Disneyland Resort as they reminisce about the rewards, challenges and surprises they’ve experienced while helming the world-famous Jungle Cruise attraction, and hear their advice to aspiring skippers everywhere!
● Outtakes – Step behind the scenes of the production to catch the cast in a series of flubs, falls, foibles — and a whole lot of laughter.
● Deleted Scenes
○ MacGregor Drives The Boat
○ MacGregor Water Skis
○ Joachim And Nilo On The Dock
○ Frank Talks To Proxima & Lily’s Nightmares
○ Sub Gets Stuck
○ Proxima Surprises MacGregor
○ Frank Gets The Cold Shoulder
○ Trader Sam And Lily Walk In The Jungle
○ MacGregor And Trader Sam Say Goodbye
○ Frank Makes Tea For Lily
○ The Backside Of Water

 

*bonus features vary by product and retailer

 

Cast:​​​Dwayne Johnson as Frank Wolff

​​​​Emily Blunt as Lily Houghton

​​​​Edgar Ramírez as Aguirre

​​​​Jack Whitehall as MacGregor Houghton

​​​​Jesse Plemons as Prince Joachim

​​​​Paul Giamatti as Nilo

​​​​Veronica Falcón as Trader Sam

Directed by:​Jaume Collet-Serra

Produced by:​John Davis, p.g.a.

​​​​Beau Flynn, p.g.a.

​​​​John Fox, p.g.a.

​​​​Danny Garcia, p.g.a.

​​​​Hiram Garcia, p.g.a.

​​​​Dwayne Johnson, p.g.a.

Co-Producer:​​Petra Holtorf

Executive Producers: Douglas C. Merrifield

Scott Sheldon

Associate Producers:​Lacey Darlene Paulson

​​​​David H. Venghaus Jr.

Screenplay by:       Michael Green

​​​​Glenn Ficarra

​​​​John Requa

Story by:​​John Norville

​​​​Josh Goldstein

​​​​Glenn Ficarra

​​​​John Requa

​​

Music by: ​​James Newton Howard

 

Disney’s Jungle Cruise Product Specifications

Street Date:​Digital: August 31

​​​​Physical: November 16

Product SKUs:​Digital: 4K UHD, HD, SD

Physical: 4K Ultra HD Combo Pack (4K UHD + Blu-ray + Digital Code), Blu-ray Combo Pack (Blu-ray + DVD + Digital Code) & DVD​

Feature Run Time:​​Approx. 127 minutes

Rating:​​​U.S. Rated PG-13

​​​​Bonus material not rated

Jungle Cruise Movie Digital Giveaway

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Take A Riveting Ride Through the Amazon When Disney’s Jungle Cruise Docks Early on DigitalAugust 31

and 4K Ultra HD™, Blu-ray™ and DVD November 16

 

 

 

Experience The Adventure in a New Way with Expedition Mode!
Plus 11 Deleted Scenes, Bloopers and More…

 

LOS ANGELES, CA (August 16, 2021) – Disney’s Jungle Cruise, starring Dwayne Johnson and Emily Blunt, arrives on all major digital platforms on August 31 and on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray and DVD on November 16. Jungle Cruise fans can set sailon a rollicking thrill-ride in stunning Ultra HD quality and immersive Dolby Atmos audio, with never-before-seen bonus footage, including 11 deleted scenes, bloopers and featurettes. In addition, families can watch the adventure in a fun, exciting new way with Expedition Mode.

 

My Review: This movie is filled with excitement, twists and turns.  It left me on the edge of my seat.  The story has a lot of dialogue but I felt it was necessary to get the story across.  The cast of characters was very good and I liked how Dr Lily and Frank worked together at different points of the movie to get eachother out of predicaments. I had laughter and tears throughout the entire movie. You will love this movie.  I think the audience rating of PG-13 is appropriate for this movie. 

 

Film Synopsis

Seeking an ancient tree with healing abilities, Dr. Lily Houghton and wisecracking skipper Frank Wolff team up for the adventure-of-a lifetime on Disney’s Jungle Cruise, a rollicking ride down the Amazon. Amidst danger and supernatural forces lurking in the jungle, secrets of the lost tree unfold as their fate—and mankind’s—hangs in the balance.

 

Disney’s Jungle Cruise Bonus Features*

● Jungle Cruise Expedition Mode – Climb aboard a ramshackle tramp steamer (or your own couch) to learn fun facts, discover Easter eggs and catch some pop-up trivia throughout the movie.
● It’s A Jungle Out There: Making Jungle Cruise – Director Jaume Collet-Serra, the cast and crew discuss the importance of the film’s elements, from casting to makeup to the use of an ancient indigenous language, in creating the world that honors one of Disneyland’s most beloved rides.
● Dwayne And Emily: Undoubtedly Funny – Go on-set with the two stars, whose new-found friendship helped them project a natural onscreen chemistry. Although their characters challenge each other throughout the film, the actors make each other laugh. A lot!
● Creating The Amazon – Explore the cinematic artistry involved in creating the world of Jungle Cruise, including how Frank’s boat coursed “dangerous” water in a tank in Atlanta, how a town was built in Kauai, and how a ferocious jaguar came to life, among other amazing effects.
● Once A Skip, Always A Skip – Join a panel of “Skippers” at the Disneyland Resort as they reminisce about the rewards, challenges and surprises they’ve experienced while helming the world-famous Jungle Cruise attraction, and hear their advice to aspiring skippers everywhere!
● Outtakes – Step behind the scenes of the production to catch the cast in a series of flubs, falls, foibles — and a whole lot of laughter.
● Deleted Scenes
○ MacGregor Drives The Boat
○ MacGregor Water Skis
○ Joachim And Nilo On The Dock
○ Frank Talks To Proxima & Lily’s Nightmares
○ Sub Gets Stuck
○ Proxima Surprises MacGregor
○ Frank Gets The Cold Shoulder
○ Trader Sam And Lily Walk In The Jungle
○ MacGregor And Trader Sam Say Goodbye
○ Frank Makes Tea For Lily
○ The Backside Of Water

 

*bonus features vary by product and retailer

 

Cast:​​​Dwayne Johnson as Frank Wolff

​​​​Emily Blunt as Lily Houghton

​​​​Edgar Ramírez as Aguirre

​​​​Jack Whitehall as MacGregor Houghton

​​​​Jesse Plemons as Prince Joachim

​​​​Paul Giamatti as Nilo

​​​​Veronica Falcón as Trader Sam

 

Directed by:​Jaume Collet-Serra

 

Produced by:​John Davis, p.g.a.

​​​​Beau Flynn, p.g.a.

​​​​John Fox, p.g.a.

​​​​Danny Garcia, p.g.a.

​​​​Hiram Garcia, p.g.a.

​​​​Dwayne Johnson, p.g.a.

 

Co-Producer:​​Petra Holtorf

 

Executive Producers: Douglas C. Merrifield

Scott Sheldon

 

Associate Producers:​Lacey Darlene Paulson

​​​​David H. Venghaus Jr.

 

Screenplay by:       Michael Green

​​​​Glenn Ficarra

​​​​John Requa

 

Story by:​​John Norville

​​​​Josh Goldstein

​​​​Glenn Ficarra

​​​​John Requa

​​

Music by: ​​James Newton Howard

 

Disney’s Jungle Cruise Product Specifications

Street Date:​Digital: August 31

​​​​Physical: November 16

Product SKUs:​Digital: 4K UHD, HD, SD

Physical: 4K Ultra HD Combo Pack (4K UHD + Blu-ray + Digital Code), Blu-ray Combo Pack (Blu-ray + DVD + Digital Code) & DVD​

Feature Run Time:​​Approx. 127 minutes

Rating:​​​U.S. Rated PG-13

​​​​Bonus material not rated​

 

 

Trailer available on YouTube at: https://youtu.be/lxyW3Vehqjo

 

 

Social Media

Twitter: @JungleCruise

Facebook: @JungleCruise

Instagram: @disneysjunglecruise

#JungleCruise

 

 

 



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Virtual Launch Party for Cartoonito

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I will be at the Virtual Launch Party for Cartoonito.  Guess what they just announced now you and your kids can go too.  That’s right all they are inviting you all to join us.

 

Kids & Family’s new preschool block. The event is open to the public and will include exciting sneak peeks, announcements and appearances by Ellen DeGeneres, Elmo, Mo Willems and surprise Batwheels cast members.  We hope you can share this news with your readers/followers.

 

Free Interactive Experience Features Musical Artist Kid Koala 

With Special Appearances by Ellen DeGeneres, Elmo, Mo Willems,

Surprise Cast Members from Batwheels and More!

 

 

RSVP to VIP Experience HERE

 

Sept. 13, 2021—Burbank, CA—WarnerMedia Kids & Family is inviting all preschoolers, parents, caregivers and educators across the country to enjoy a free VIP virtual birthday party for Cartoonito, a new preschool block launching on HBO Max and Cartoon Network. The one-hour interactive event coined as “Nito’s Birthday Party,” will take place at Cartoonitoparty.com on Monday, Sept. 13 at 10:00 a.m. PT / 1:00 p.m. ET and will feature exciting sneak peeks, breaking news and special guest appearances from the stars and creative teams behind upcoming Cartoonito shows. RSVP to the VIP experience HERE.

Join Ellen DeGeneres who will make an appearance to talk about her new series Little Ellen; Elmo, the furry red “host with the most,” in honor of his upcoming season of Sesame Workshop’s The Not-Too-Late Show with Elmo on HBO Max; and children’s book author Mo Willems who will deliver an exciting message about his upcoming Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed: The Underground Rock Experience. Attendees will also hear from the cast of Batwheels who will be announced at the event. These special moments and more are in store at Nito’s Birthday Party—you don’t want to miss it!

The virtual “birthday party” will feature acclaimed musical artist and performer Kid Koala along with the colorful animated hosts of Cartoonito – Nito, Glob, Wedge and Itty. The celebration will be filled with interactive games and activities that grownups and little ones can participate in with free downloadable activity guides that will be provided via the event website closer to the party. The party will wrap with a LIVE, interactive dance party with Kid Koala that everyone can “Zoom In” to from the comfort of their home. Attendees will also enjoy previews of Cartoonito shows including Thomas & Friends: All Engines Go, Lucas the Spider, Mush-Mush & The Mushables, Bugs Bunny Builders (working title), Tom and Jerry Time and more.

Cartoonito launches Sept. 13 on HBO Max and Cartoon Network and is WarnerMedia’s biggest commitment to preschool in 100 years. It offers a modern approach to preschool programming with its proprietary educational framework, Humancentric Learning, that aims to support every child’s humanness by celebrating their unique selves. All Cartoonito preschool content will align with Humancentric Learning and Cartoon Network’s refreshed brand promise, Redraw Your World, which fosters self-expression and creativity.

Advent Calendar Review and Giveaway

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Getting an early start on your Christmas 2021 shopping? Insight Editions’ advent calendars make the holiday season fun with a new surprise to reveal every day for 25 days! 

 

Each Insight Editions advent calendar features exclusive ornaments, booklets, stationery, gifts and souvenirs from your favorite movies, TV shows and more including Friends, Disney, Harry Potter, Star Wars and more! 

We LOVE Friends and when I saw this Advent Calendar I knew we had to have it.  This calendar has so many fun items in it.  We have watched the whole series a few times now and now I have a few fun.

I love the different little ornaments some of them are even fun activities.  These are going to look great on my Pink tree this year.  Monica would hate it . lol

Popular advent calendars sell out fast! Get a head start on shopping and reserve your copies now, before they sell out!

Pre-Order Now! Friends Advent Calendar

 

See below for information on each advent calendar!

 

Friends: The Official Advent Calendar (2021 Edition)

 

$29.99

All-new for 2021, Friends: The Official Advent Calendar (2021 Edition) contains twenty-five days of brand-new surprises ranging from fun paper ornaments to classic Friends-inspired recipe cards and more.

 

Marvel: The Official Advent Calendar

 

 

$29.99

Celebrate the holidays and your favorite Marvel moments with this action-packed advent calendar loaded with more than 30 surprises: From greeting cards to paper ornaments, buttons, booklets, and more!

 

The Official Batman™ Advent Calendar: Christmas in Gotham City

 

 

$29.99

Countdown to the holidays in Gotham City with this interactive advent calendar filled with 25 exclusive items inspired by DC’s Batman™ comics.

 

The Nightmare Before Christmas: Official Advent Calendar of Ghoulish Delights

 

 

$29.99

Open the doors to reveal 25 The Nightmare Before Christmas gifts including mini books, note cards, ornaments, and other surprises!

 

Star Wars: The Galactic Advent Calendar: 25 Days of Surprises With Booklets, Trinkets, and More!

 

 

$29.99

Filled with more than thirty surprises spread out over twenty-five days, Star Wars: The Galactic Advent Calendar is the perfect gift for any Star Wars fan.

 

Harry Potter: Holiday Magic: The Official Advent Calendar

 

 

$29.99

Harry Potter: Holiday Magic: The Official Advent Calendar takes readers into the Wizarding World and shows iconic moments from the beloved Harry Potter films. With twenty-five days of surprises, unique keepsakes, and collectibles ranging from festive paper ornaments to Harry Potter–inspired recipe cards, mini coloring book, door hanger, hedwig keychain and more! 

 

Home Alone: The Official AAAAAAdvent Calendar

 

$39.99

Re-discover the beloved holiday classic Home Alone with this interactive advent calendar featuring a pop-up tree, 24 paper ornaments recalling the film’s most memorable moments, and a bonus booklet of Kevin’s misadventures.

 

Disney Princess: Enchanted Christmas: Official Pop-Up Advent Calendar

 

 

$39.99

Counting down to Christmas has never been so magical. Open the cover of this captivating collectible to reveal a stunning pop-up Christmas Tree standing above 25 compartments filled with removable and displayable ornaments like Cinderella’s glass slipper, Tiana’s water lily, Rapunzel’s frying pan and more! 

 

Fallout: The Official Vault Dweller’s Advent Calendar

 

 

$29.99

Fallout: The Official Vault Dweller’s Advent Calendar features twenty-five days of surprises and unique keepsakes inspired by the award-winning video game series. The perfect gift for gamers, Lone Wanderers, and Sole Survivors alike!

 

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Marvel Studios’ Black Widow

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We got the Digital Download of Marvel Studios’ Black Widow free in exchange for an honest review.   All opinions are our own 

OMG I can not tell you how excited I was for Marvels Black Widow.  She has always been one of my favorite and we do not have a lot of back story on her.  Not only do we get to see parts of her past in this movie.  We also get to see what she was up to after the Civil War.  While on the run she is still trying to save everyone.  When the other widows are in danger she jumps in to help save them and her family.   Yes she does have a family.  May not be your typical family but she does have them.  And they are so funny.  The comedy in this movie is fantastic and the action is amazing.

 

Film Synopsis
In Marvel Studios’ action-packed spy thriller Black Widow, Natasha Romanoff — aka Black Widow — confronts the darker parts of her ledger when a dangerous conspiracy with ties to her past arises. Pursued by a force that will stop at nothing to bring her down, Natasha must deal with her history as a spy and the broken relationships left in her wake long before she became an Avenger. Scarlett Johansson reprises her role as Natasha/Black Widow, Florence Pugh stars as Yelena, David Harbour portrays Alexei/The Red Guardian, and Rachel Weisz is Melina. Black Widow — the first film in Phase Four of the Marvel Cinematic Universe — is directed by Cate Shortland and produced by Kevin Feige.

Marvel Studios’ Black Widow Bonus Features*

  • Bloopers – Take a look at some of the fun mishaps on set with the cast and crew of Black Widow.
  • Deleted Scenes
    • Grocery Shopping – Natasha heads into a grocery store to prepare for her journey through Norway. After a long drive, she arrives at her destination: a mysterious trailer in the middle of nowhere.
    • Bike Chase – Tailed by assailants, Natasha and Yelena speed through the city in order to escape their nemeses.
    • Gulag Fight – Alexei squares up against several enemies and is quickly overpowered. When all hope seems lost, Natasha leaps in to lend a hand in the fight.
    • Smile – The Taskmaster protocol is activated in a tense moment, and an iconic helmet is unveiled.
    • Come After Me – Secretary Ross and Mason discover an important message Natasha left behind.
    • Walk and Talk – Alexei and Melina have a playful exchange. The Taskmaster arrives and faces off with Alexei.
    • Widows in Training – Yelena and Alexei awaken in captivity. Melina hands the Taskmaster vials while the Widows train.
    • Kiss – Alexei and Melina reunite after the action. Natasha grieves over an untimely demise in the brutal aftermath.
    • Ohio – Natasha witnesses the carefree nature of the Ohio suburbs through the neighborhood children.
  • Filmmaker Introduction Featurette – Director Cate Shortland introduces the film and her vision for it.
  • Sisters Gonna Work It Out Featurette – Watch Scarlett and Florence as they train, fight, and bond to become the sister duo in Black Widow. Listen as the cast and crew discuss the characters, rigorous training, and building the dynamic between the two fearsome siblings.
  • Go Big If You’re Going Home Featurette – Step back to appreciate the size and scale of Black Widow’s solo film. Shot around the world, the film balances family and drama with mind-blowing action. The cast and crew reveal the intricacies of stunts that made the film so action-packed.

 *bonus features vary by product and retailer

Cast:                                       Scarlett Johansson as Natasha Romanoff/Black
                  Widow
                  Florence Pugh as Yelena Belova
                  Rachel Weisz as Melina
                  David Harbour as Alexei/Red Guardian
                  Ray Winstone as Dreykov
                  O-T Fagbenle as Mason
                  William Hurt as Secretary Ross

Directed by:                           Cate Shortland

Produced by:                         Kevin Feige, p.g.a.

Executive Producers:           Louis D’Esposito
Victoria Alonso
                  Brad Winderbaum
                  Nigel Gostelow
Scarlett Johansson

Co-Producer:                        Mitch Bell

Screenplay by:                      Eric Pearson

Story by:                                Jac Schaeffer
                  Ned Benson

Music by:                               Lorne Balfe

Marvel Studios’ Black Widow Product Specifications
Street Date:                           Digital: August 10
                 Physical: September 14
Product SKUs:                      Digital: 4K UHD, HD, SD
Physical: 4K Ultra HD Combo Pack (4K UHD +
                 Blu-ray + Digital Code), Blu-ray Combo Pack
                 (Blu-ray + DVD + Digital Code) & DVD

Feature Run Time:               Approx. 133 minutes
Rating:                                  U.S. Rated PG-13
Bonus material not rated
Aspect Ratio:                        Digital: 1.85:1
Physical: 1.85:1
U.S. Audio:                            4K Ultra HD:  English Dolby Atmos, English DVS
2.0 Dolby Digital, Spanish 7.1 Dolby Digital Plus,                                                 French 5.1 Dolby Digital
                 Blu-ray: English 7.1 DTS-HDMA, English DVS 2.0
Dolby Digital, Spanish 5.1 Dolby Digital,
French 5.1Dolby Digital
                 DVD: English 5.1 Dolby, English DVS 2.0 Dolby,
Spanish 5.1 Dolby, French 5.1 Dolby
Digital: English Dolby Atmos (UHD only, some
platforms), English 5.1 & 2.0 Dolby Digital,                                                           Spanish. 5.1 & 2.0 Dolby Digital, French 5.1 &                                                     2.0 Dolby Digital, English Descriptive Audio 2.0                                                    Dolby Digital (some platforms)
U.S. Subtitles:                       4K Ultra HD:  English SDH, Spanish, French,
Japanese
Blu-ray: English SDH, Spanish, French
DVD: English SDH, Spanish, French
Digital: English SDH, Spanish, French (some
platforms)

DreamWorks Animation Announces The Croods: Family Tree Coming to Hulu and Peacock September 23

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The Croods and the Bettermans are back in a brand new animated series
DreamWorks Animation announced today The Croods: Family Tree series, inspired by the hit film The Croods: A New Age, premieres on Peacock and Hulu September 23. Watch the prehistoric preview below!

The Croods: Family Tree continues the ever-evolving story of the Croods and the Bettermans as they learn to live together on the most idyllic farm in prehistory. The journey from sparring rivals to unlikely friends is fraught with hilarious misadventures as the two families slowly overcome their differences to turn a tree house divided into a tree home united.

Kelly Marie Tran returns as the voice of “Dawn” alongside new addition Amy Landecker as “Ugga.” Mark Banker (Go, Dog. Go!) and Todd Grimes (The Epic Tales of Captain Underpants) serve as executive producers.


THE CROODS: FAMILY TREE SERIES DETAILS:
Release Date:  September 23, 2021
Episodes: 6 episodes
Platform: Hulu and Peacock
Executive Producer: Mark Banker (Go, Dog. Go!) and Todd Grimes (The Epic Tales of Captain Underpants)
Synopsis: The Croods: Family Tree continues the ever-evolving story of the Croods and the Bettermans as they learn to live together on the most idyllic farm in prehistory. The journey from sparring rivals to unlikely friends is fraught with hilarious misadventures as the two families slowly overcome their differences to turn a tree house divided into a tree home united.
Voice Actors: Kelly Marie Tran (Raya and the Last Dragon) as Dawn; Amy Landecker (Kipo and the Age of Wonderbeasts) as Ugga; Kiff VandenHeuvel (This Is Us) as Grug; Ally Dixon (The Interview) as Eep; AJ Locascio (Voltron Legendary Defender) as Thunk; Dee Bradley Baker (Kipo and the Age of Wonderbeasts) as Sandy; Artemis Pebdani (Big City Greens) as Gran; Darin Brooks (The Bold and the Beautiful) as Guy; Matthew Waterson (Tales of Arcadia) as Phil; Amy Rosoff (Scandal; Criminal Minds) as Hope

“HAPPIER THAN EVER: A LOVE LETTER TO LOS ANGELES,” A BILLIE EILISH CONCERT EXPERIENCE

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A Scene From the Concert Film Featuring The Song “Oxytocin,” Is Now Available On Vevo

GRAMMY® Award-winning and chart-topping artist Billie Eilish made the scene at a one-of-a-kind drive-in screening of “Happier Than Ever: A Love Letter to Los Angeles” at The Grove yesterday evening (Monday, August 30) — a landmark L.A. location and ode to the Disney+ original film. The old-Hollywood themed, drive-thru experience included socially distanced photo opportunities, performers, and dinner. The evening included a live performance from the Los Angeles Philharmonic playing five songs off Eilish’s brand-new album, “Happier Than Ever.”

BILLIE EILISH, her brother FINNEAS and animation director PATRICK OSBORNE were in attendance.

The film features an intimate performance of every song in the album’s sequential order – for the first and only time – from the stage of the legendary Hollywood Bowl. Directed by Robert Rodriguez and by Oscar-winner Patrick Osborne the special will also include animated elements, taking viewers on a dreamlike journey through Billie’s hometown of Los Angeles and its most iconic backdrops. “Happier than Ever: A Love Letter to Los Angeles” features FINNEAS, the Los Angeles Children’s Chorus, the Los Angeles Philharmonic conducted by Music & Artistic Director Gustavo Dudamel, and world renowned Brazilian guitarist, Romero Lubambo, with Orchestra Arrangements by David Campbell.

“Happier Than Ever: A Love Letter to Los Angeles” starts streaming Friday, September 3 exclusively on Disney+.

When it debuts on September 3, subscribers will have the opportunity to enjoy “Happier Than Ever: A Love Letter to Los Angeles” in both Dolby Vision HDR and Dolby Atmos immersive audio. When experienced in Dolby, fans will be transported to the Hollywood Bowl, allowing them to feel a deeper connection to this cinematic concert as if they were on stage watching the performance live.