Category: Entertainment
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Alan Bergman Upped, Alan Horn Expands Role at The Walt Disney Studios
Robert A. Iger, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of The Walt Disney Company, and Alan Horn, Chairman of The Walt Disney Studios, have announced that Walt Disney Studios President Alan Bergman has been elevated to Co-Chairman of the Studio Entertainment division. He will serve alongside Horn, while Horn will assume the additional title of Chief…
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TOY STORY 4 Kicks Off Phenomenal Promotions Campaign, Inviting 14 Brands to an All-New Adventure
Disney and Pixar’s “Toy Story 4” Opens Nationwide June 21 BURBANK, Calif. (April 30, 2019) – The toys are back on the big screen with an all-new adventure in Disney and Pixar’s “Toy Story 4,” inviting 14 brands to join the fun, including Alaska Airlines, Babybel® and The Laughing Cow®, Best Western®, Blue Diamond Almond Breeze®, Bounty®, Chrysler,…
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Will Smith And Disney Partner Up with Make-A-Wish to Launch #FRIENDLIKEME Challenge Ahead of Aladdin’s Arrival in Theaters
Will Smith may be playing the genie in Disney’s upcoming live-action version of Aladdin but in real life, he is also working to grant some wishes! Today for World Wish Day, it was announced that he and The Walt Disney Company have partnered up with Make-A-Wish for the #FRIENDLIKEME challenge. This challenge is to help…
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Marvel Studios’ AVENGERS: ENDGAME Shatters Box Office Records with Historic $1.2 Billion Global Debut
Records Fall as Anthony and Joe Russo-Directed Blockbuster Posts Estimated $350 Million Domestic and $859 Million International Debuts International Gross Includes Record Estimated $330.5 Million Opening in China BURBANK, Calif. – April 28, 2019 – Marvel Studios’ “Avengers: Endgame” made history this weekend with a record-shattering estimated global debut of $1,209.0 million, becoming the first film in history…
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‘Avengers: Endgame’ Has Highest Ever Domestic Preview
Marvel Studios’ Avengers: Endgame earned $60 million domestically in Thursday evening previews, ahead of its official North American debut today. This surpasses the previous record set by Star Wars: The Force Awakens in 2015 ($57 million domestic). The film is off to a record-breaking start around the world, posting an estimated $305 million worldwide in its first two days,…
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AVENGERS: ENDGAME – Spoiler Filled Review
AVENGERS: ENDGAME is taking the world by storm. This newest movie in the MCU has the Avengers trying to save the world they love from Thanos. As is always the case, nothing is as simple or as easy as it should be. AVENGERS: ENDGAME is a film that will be watched and re-watched, analyzed and…
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AVENGERS: ENDGAME – Spoiler Free Review by Mr. DAPs
It’s been ten years since Iron Man first came to the big screen. It’s hard to believe that so much has happened since that first film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Now with the arrival of AVENGERS: ENDGAME, the culmination of 22 movies comes to theaters. AVENGERS: ENDGAME is a movie that will take people…
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Disney Reportedly in Discussions with Comcast to Purchase Remaining 30% Hulu Stake
The Walt Disney Company and Comcast are reportedly in discussions over the purchase of Comcast’s remaining 30% stake in Hulu. This continues Disney’s aggressive foray into the digital streaming market. The news comes from CNBC. While discussions are happening, this does not necessarily mean a deal with happen. Comcast is weighing when and how the…
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The Cast of AVENGERS: ENDGAME Play AVENGERS: ENDGAMES!
The cast of AVENGERS: ENDGAME is getting together for more than saving the world. They are also getting together to play games! Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans, Mark Ruffalo, Chris Hemsworth, Scarlett Johansson, and Jeremy Renner got together for the Endgames, hosted by directors Anthony and Joe Russo. This fun drawing game was captured and…
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AVENGERS: ENDGAME Stars Place Handprints in Cement at Iconic TCL Chinese Theatre
Today the stars of AVENGERS: ENDGAME placed their handprints in cement in front of the iconic TCL Chinese Theatre in Hollywood. Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans, Mark Ruffalo, Chris Hemsworth, Scarlett Johansson, Jeremy Renner, and producer Kevin Feige were all on hand for the ceremony. Along with releases photos of the event, brand-new retrospective character…
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Pictorial: Stars Walk Red Carpet at World Premiere of Marvel Studios’ AVENGERS: ENDGAME
This week in Los Angeles, stars Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans, Mark Ruffalo, Chris Hemsworth, Scarlett Johansson, Jeremy Renner, Brie Larson, Paul Rudd, Don Cheadle, Karen Gillan, Danai Gurira, Bradley Cooper, Gwyneth Paltrow, Josh Brolin and Benedict Wong were joined by directors Anthony and Joe Russo and producer Kevin Feige for a walk down the…
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The Art and Making of Dumbo: Foreword by Tim Burton – Book Review by Mr. DAPs
In Dumbo Disney magic returns as an elephant flies onto the big screen. This is thanks to the imagination of Tim Burton who brought this animated Disney classic in the live-action realm. While the movie itself is charming (read my review here), there is also a book about the making of it. The Art and…
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Natalie Portman Set to Narrate Upcoming DisneyNature’s “Dolphin Reef” to Debut on Disney+ Streaming Service
Happy Earth Day! Today, we’re celebrating nature in a big way! While DisneyNature’s Penguins hit theaters last week, we’re already gearing up for the next celebration of our planet! Today, DisneyNature announced that the newest film to hit the Disney+ Streaming Service in November will be narrated by Natalie Portman! The film, Dolphin Reef, will take us…
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Disney Chairman and CEO Bob Iger Receives Simon Wiesenthal Center’s Humanitarian Award
On Wednesday, April 10, Disney Chairman and CEO Bob Iger received the Simon Wiesenthal Center’s Humanitarian Award, the global human rights organization’s highest honor, during its 2019 Tribute Dinner in Beverly Hills, California. The prestigious award was given to Iger in recognition of his longstanding support for the Simon Wiesenthal Center and its educational arm,…
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Pictorial: Marvel Studios Hosts AVENGERS: ENDGAME Fan Event in Shanghai
Stars Chris Evans, Chris Hemsworth, Paul Rudd, and Jeremy Renner, along with producer Kevin Feige and directors Anthony and Joe Russo, greeted excited fans at a special Marvel Studios’ AVENGERS: ENDGAME fan event held in Shanghai. Marvel Studios’ AVENGERS: ENDGAME opens in U.S. theaters on April 26.
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Get Ready to go on a Vacation with Old Friends in the New “Toy Story 4” TV Spot
Are you ready for an adventure? This summer, we’re going on vacation with some of our friends from the Toy Story saga! Today, we are excited to announce that we got an all-new TV spot and poster! Toy Story 4 focuses on our old friends that go on a road trip with Bonnie’s family. While on the…
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Disneynature’s Penguins – A Heartwarming Story of Adele Penguin and Family – A Review by Mr. DAPs
Since 1948’s Seal Island, Disney has been telling the stories of different animals in their natural habitat. Originally Disney told the stories of nature through the True-Life Adventures. Today, the stories found in nature continue on through the Disneynature films. This year on Earth Day, Disneynature released a story about Steve, an Adélie penguin. Disneynature’s Penguins…
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Disney Team of Heroes Debuts Innovative Experiences at Texas Children’s Hospital
Just over 12 months since Bob Iger, Chairman and CEO of The Walt Disney Company, announced a bold $100 million commitment to support children’s hospitals around the world, leaders from Disney and Texas Children’s Hospital in Houston, Texas, debuted a suite of experiences, murals and interactive art aimed at providing comfort and inspiration for children…
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The Walt Disney Company Pledges $5 Million to Support Rebuilding of Notre-Dame Cathedral
BURBANK, Calif., April 17, 2019—The Walt Disney Company today announced it is committing $5 million to aid in the reconstruction of Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris following the devastating fire that severely damaged the historic landmark this week. “Notre-Dame is a beacon of hope and beauty that has defined the heart of Paris and the soul…
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Marvel Studios Releases New Look at AVENGERS: ENDGAME
“Before we’re done, we still have one promise to keep.” A new spot has been released for AVENGERS: ENDGAME ahead of its release in theaters next week. Called To The End, this spot looks back at moments over the last ten years of Earth’s mightiest heroes. Watch the spot here: AVENGERS: ENDGAME TV Spot: To…
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Hulu Purchases AT&T Stake For $1.4 Billion Leaving Only Two Owners for the Streaming Service
Los Angeles based Hulu has purchased AT&T’s stake in the streaming service. This means that Hulu now only has two owners. Disney is the majority partner with a controlling stake in the service with Comcast Corp being the minority partner. The purchase from AT&T cost Hulu $1.4 billion. The entire service is said to be…
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Notre Dame Cathedral, Setting for Disney’s Hunchback of Notre Dame, Suffers From Devastating Fire
For over 800 years the bells of the Notre Dame cathedral have rung out for historical events. Many of these happy and many have been tragic. Today bells around the world are instead ringing out as Notre Dame’s bells stand silent. For now, though, the fact that they are still in the towers of Notre…
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Disney, Lucasfilm and FIRST to Inspire the Next Generation of Heroes and Innovators
Lucasfilm and parent company Disney, and the global K–12 nonprofit organization FIRST® (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) are working together to inspire the next generation of heroes and innovators through the Star Wars: Force for Change philanthropic initiative. On Saturday, April 13, during Star Wars Celebration in Chicago, it was announced that Disney and Lucasfilm are providing…
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Pictorial: Marvel Studios’ Avengers: Endgame Stars Thrill Fans at South Korea Special Event!
Today, stars Robert Downey Jr., Brie Larson and Jeremy Renner, along with producer Kevin Feige and directors Anthony and Joe Russo, greeted enthusiastic fans at a special Marvel Studios’ AVENGERS: ENDGAME fan event held in Seoul. Check out the photos and feel free to share them with your readers! Marvel Studios’ AVENGERS: ENDGAME opens in U.S.…