In "The BFG" you will find yourself surrounded by GIANTS. Especially since you can see it in 3D and feel even more in the film. I was lucky enough to be able to spend some time with 2 of the giants in the film, Academy Award winner Mark Rylance ("The BFG") and Jermaine Clement ("Fleshlumpeater").The day before we had gotten the cute "BFG" figurine, so someone decided to put theirs on the table for the actors to see. Mark hadn't yet seen the "BFG" pop vinyl figure so he really enjoyed looking … [Read more...]
Sitting at the Feet of Steven Spielberg and Ruby Barnhill
It's always very exciting when the opportunity arises to interview Hollywood legends. I knew it was a HUGE deal to be interviewing Steven Spielberg, the most famous director in Hollywood. He directed the movies of my childhood like ET and the Indiana Jones series (which is one of my favorite movies!). I was really excited and pretty nervous about seeing him in person.When Steven Spielberg and Ruby Barnhill walked into the room it was clear that they really cared for each other. … [Read more...]
The BFG Red Carpet Premiere
Disney provided an all expense trip to attend The BFG red carpet premiere. All opinions are my own.I LOVE going to red carpet events. It's so exciting going to a place where you don't feel like you should be. The streets are lined with people hoping to catch a glimpse of a Hollywood star, and there I am walking down the red carpet with a group of bloggers thinking "I should be on the other side of that barrier with all those people." It's surreal, seriously. But here are some fun pictures of … [Read more...]
The BFG Red Carpet – I’m Going!
#TheBFGEvent Exciting news! June 20-22 I'll be in Los Angeles, CA for some awesome Disney events, including The BFG Red Carpet - this is when the movie makes its world premiere. It's also a very fun time to see all the stars of the film walking the red carpet into the premiere. In addition to attending the premiere we will be interviewing select cast members from the film. This is always really fun to do because they share great behind the scenes stories and insights into what went into … [Read more...]
New Moana Trailer
If you were watching the Tony's Sunday night (I was) you were treated to the first teaser trailer of Walt Disney Animation Studio's Moana. I had actually seen a little bit of that trailer during my Tomorrowland/Aladdin trip. I was able to interview Eric Goldberg, animator of the Genie and of the tattoos on Maui's chest. He showed us a small clip of the film including some of the parts that were in the teaser. It was pretty exciting!The Story of Moana CG-animated feature film about an … [Read more...]
Zooptopia Now on Blu-ray
One of my family's new favorite movies is Zootopia. We excitedly saw this movie for the first time in Dolby Cinema and have loved it since. You can read my full review by clicking that link.What is Zootopia about? The modern mammal metropolis of Zootopia is a city like no other. Comprised of habitat neighborhoods like ritzy Sahara Square and frigid Tundratown, it’s a melting pot where animals from every environment live together—a place where no matter what you are, from the biggest … [Read more...]
Finding Dory Party Bags
June 17th Finding Dory is coming to theaters! As with all Disney movies, I'm sure kids will want to have Finding Dory themed parties. When this happens to you, come on back for these awesome party bag ideas! Fish Rice Crispy TreatsArmed with a fish shaped cookie cutter I made rice crispy treats.3 Tablespoons butter 1 Package (about 40) Marshmallows 6 Cups Rice Crispies 1 Package blue chocolate wafers, meltedOver medium heat melt butter in a large sauce pot.Add … [Read more...]
Disney Cruise Fish Extender Gift Ideas
Thanks to Oriental Trading Company for providing free product samples for my Fish Extender Gift Ideas post. All opinions are my own.My family is taking our very first Disney cruise soon. As I have been doing research on how to plan for a Disney cruise, what to pack, what is different about a Disney cruise than other cruise lines, I discovered the magical world of Fish Extender Gifts. What is a Fish Extender? Right outside each cabin is a fish or some other sea creature attached to the … [Read more...]
Have Fun Finding Dory
Finding Dory is coming to theaters June 17 and we can't wait! I love it when Disney movies come out with fun activity pages. My kids love doing these activities.Check out all this Finding Dory fun I have for you:If you click this picture you will be taken to several coloring pages of the different characters from Finding Dory. Some character you love and others you will be introduced too.Next up, how about some dot to dots. I'm especially excited for my toddler to do these since he … [Read more...]
Zootopia Now in Theaters + Review
Zootopia is now in theaters! I don't know if it is all over your Facebook timeline, but it is all over mine. Everywhere I look I see Zootopia getting tons of praise and it's well deserved.Yesterday my family headed to see Zootopia in Dolby Cinema at AMC Prime. There are only 11 Dolby Cinema theaters in the US and we are lucky to live near one.When I arrived at the theater with my family I found my favorite KC blogger Heidi from Life with Heidi. After a quick picture we found our seats … [Read more...]
Zootopia Coming to Dolby Cinemas at AMC Prime
A few months ago my family was lucky enough to get to see Inside Out at the Dolby Cinema at AMC Prime at the Barrywoods 24 theaters in Kansas City. This was our first experience at these new, state of the art, incredible theaters! Ever since that experience whenever there is a movie coming out that my kids are interest in seeing they ask if we can go to the "fancy" theater.What is so special about the Dolby Cinema at AMC Prime? Well for now, one of the reasons they are special is because … [Read more...]
Pete’s Dragon Coming August 12
It isn't often that a parent and child get introduced to a Disney movie at the same time, but with Pete's Dragon that is the case at our house. I have never seen this movie, and neither have my children, so before this new one comes out, I'm going to try and track down the original to watch together.There is a debut of the Pete's Dragon trailer that will be on "Wonderful World of Disney: Disneyland 60" on ABC Sunday night at 8:00PM EST so don't miss that!Pete's Dragon hits theaters … [Read more...]
Ultimate Hasbro Holiday Toy Guide
I love being apart of the #PlayLikeHasbro team because I get awesome perks like trying out some of their newest and best toys! If you are still shopping or looking for great ideas for the little ones in your life, here are some of my suggestions in the Ultimate Hasbro Holiday Toy Guide.The Doh Vinci Spotlight Spin Studio is what my artistic 10 year old daughter is most excited about. We became familiar with Doh Vinco last year when we went to Florida for Family Forward conference. Doh Vinci … [Read more...]
Family Dance Party with Just Dance: Disney Party 2
If you have ever asked a child to do some chores you have probably heard the whining that tends to commence with the request. At our house we use Saturdays as our "chore day". The kids still have to clean their rooms, do the dishes, help with laundry and other smaller tasks through the week but on Saturday everything must get done. This often results in a lot of groans and whines.My husband and I try to make this cleaning process fun by putting on some music and making a dance party out of … [Read more...]
Finding Dory Teaser Trailer
I'm so, so excited for Finding Dory. My whole family loved Finding Nemo and of course Dory was our favorite character, so we're excited to have an adventure focused on her! I can't wait to learn more about her and perhaps meet her family!I'm so excited to share with you the newest trailer for the film.I think the trailer is both cute and funny. I'm so excited for next summer. We will definitely be heading to the theater June 17, 2016 for Finding Dory! … [Read more...]
