Today is National Hugging Day and Baymax, star of Disney's Big Hero 6 has won the "most huggable character" award. Because of this honor, he wants to share with you 10 Benefits of Hugging.1) Hugs make us feel “happy”! When we hug another person, our bodies release oxytocin, a hormone associated with “happiness,” according to scientific studies. [1]2) Hugs alleviate stress! Just as a good hug increases our oxytocin levels, it decreases our cortisol or “stress” … [Read more...]
Disney’s 2015 Movie Line Up
Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures has quite the line up for 2015! There are incredible things to look forward to. From superheroes, to monkeys, fairytales retold and lovable characters.Check out this line up:January 23, 2015 - Strange MagicFebruary 20, 2015 - McFarland, USA - I'm excited for McFarland, USA because I'll be heading to LA to view this film and interview Kevin Costner!! (WHAT!?!?) :) More on that later!Check out the trailer:March 13, … [Read more...]
Disneynature’s Monkey Kingdom
I really love all of the Disneynature films. They do such a great job at making essentially a "documentary" really interesting, engaging and fun for the whole family to watch. The newest of the Disneynature films is Monkey Kingdom. Here is the trailer: Like Disneynature on Facebook: Facebook.com/DisneynatureFollow Disneynature on Twitter: Twitter.com/DisneynatureFollow Disneynature on Instagram: http://instagram.com/disneynatureMONKEY KINGDOM opens in theatres … [Read more...]
The Hundred-Foot Journey on Blu-Ray Now
I received a free copy of the movie for review purposes. All opinions are completely my own.The Hundred-Foot Journey is a Disney movie that I have posted about in the past but I hadn't seen it until last night. I love when Disney produced movies that are PG because those are so rare these days so I wanted to see it, but it wasn't on my priority list.Last night after the kids were in bed my husband and I went downstairs and had a movie night. He didn't know much about the film but … [Read more...]
Live Action ‘Cinderella’ Pictures + Trailer
I always think it is interesting when an animated film becomes live action. It seems there is always room for a different interpretation of the film when this happens. I sincerely hope, though, with Cinderella the story remains the same. I love the message of being yourself and evil doesn't win!I recently got some pictures and a trailer form the movie that I would love to share with you: Aren't the costumes and gowns amazing. I seriously wouldn't … [Read more...]
Disney’s McFarland, USA
I love feel good, inspirational movies and Disney is really good at making those types of movies. Up next in the line up of this genre of movies is Disney's McFarland, USA. Based on the 1987 true story, “McFarland, USA” follows novice runners from McFarland, an economically challenged town in California’s farm-rich Central Valley, as they give their all to build a cross-country team under the direction of Coach Jim White (Kevin Costner), a newcomer to their predominantly Latino high school. … [Read more...]
Toy Story 4 Plans Revealed
In the first song of Muppets Most Wanted there is a funny joke. The song is talking about how the Muppets are doing another sequel. The reasons they are doing it are because "that's what they do in Hollywood", "the studio considers them a viable franchise", "The Studio wants more, while they wait for Tom Hanks to make Toy Story 4".Now at the time I thought this was just a funny joke with no merit behind it. After all, at the conclusion on Toy Story 3 Woody, Buzz and all our beloved … [Read more...]
Meet the Characters in ‘Into the Woods’
You already know I'm squealing inside. I'm so looking forward to this movie. I'm currently listening to the soundtrack while I put this post up!!Here is a fun trailer for you to watch:If your interested, you should look up the song "Agony". It's hilarious! Into the Woods is in theaters Christmas Day!Like INTO THE WOODS on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DisneyIntoTheWoodsFollow INTO THE WOODS on Twitter: https://twitter.com/intothewoods … [Read more...]
New Animated Disney Movie – MOANA
I love that there is another animated CG Disney movie coming out from the John Musker and Ron Clements! I was blessed to be able to interview them when I went on my first Disney trip. We talked about The Little Mermaid. I'm so glad these talented men are back for more adventure with MOANA! Walt Disney Animation Studios revealed plans [Monday] for “Moana,” a sweeping, CG-animated comedy-adventure about a spirited teenager on an impossible mission to fulfill her ancestors' quest. In … [Read more...]
I Wish… ‘Into The Woods’ Was Already in Theaters
Popular characters from the fairy tales you know and love head #IntoTheWoods to change their lives. Each with a wish on their mind they are unhappy with how their life is now and want to better it in the woods. Be careful what you wish for... it might not turn out the way you think it will.This featurette rocks because it finally includes a small dose of the singing that Into The Woods offers. This musical is an all in one package with drama, comedy, romance, music, suspense and more!! … [Read more...]
Marvel’s AVENGERS: AGE OF ULTRON Poster & Trailer
I have been out of the country for the past week without internet access. Yesterday when we finally got back in the US and I checked my email I had this poster and teaser trailer in my inbox. I informed my husband and he about had a heart attack. We couldn't watch it right then because we were trying to get on a flight, but as soon as he had a minute he tracked down the trailer.You don't have to track it down, it's right here:Marvel's AVENGERS: AGE OF ULTRON will hit theaters … [Read more...]
Alexander… Hilariously Funny for the Whole Family
Have you ever had a horrible day? Not where one thing went wrong, but EVERYTHING goes wrong? Well get ready to watch one terrible, horrible day. Last week my family was able to go see Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day at an early screening. We were so excited to go to the theater and check out this beloved children's book turned movie. With some favorite actors (Steve Carell I love you!) we had high hopes!This movie did not disappoint. It is rated PG and I would … [Read more...]
Disney Pixar Inside Out Teaser Trailer
One of the things I love most about being a blogger is getting the inside scoop on new movies coming out. Especially when these movies are family friendly and I know my kids will be interested! Let's all get acquainted with Inside Out, the newest Disney Pixar movie coming to theaters June 19, 2015 (don't boo too loud, I know that is far away!)So what is the movie about? Growing up can be a bumpy road, and it's no exception for Riley, who is uprooted from her Midwest life when her father … [Read more...]
New Trailer from Big Hero 6
Are you getting excited for Disney's newest animation? Big Hero 6 comes to theaters November 7th! So in anticipation here is a new trailer to share with you!Like BIG HERO 6 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DisneyBigHero6Follow Walt Disney Animation Studios on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/DisneyAnimationFollow Walt Disney Animation Studios on Tumblr: http://disneyanimation.tumblr.comVisit the Website: http://www.disney.com/BigHero6BIG HERO 6 opens in theaters … [Read more...]
Making #TheBoxtrolls
Yesterday we talked about how the creators of The Boxtrolls found their voice for the Boxtrolls. Today we can a behind-the-scenes look at actually creating everything about the film. Everything was made from scratch and by hand. All the characters, scenery, buildings, everything. It was an enormous undertaking but will be so worth it!The Boxtrolls are in theaters NOW! … [Read more...]
