Tag: Oscars
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A Complete Guide to the 96th Oscars® on ABC
Before the 96th Oscars® airs live coast to coast on ABC, get all the details on this year’s ceremony, from the host and the nominees to the presenters and the performers—plus pre- and post-awards coverage featuring all the stars, the fashions, and, of course, the films. How and when can I watch the Oscars pre-shows? Leading…
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New Poster Arrives for ‘The Little Mermaid’ Ahead of Full Trailer’s Arrival on Sunday
A new poster was released for the live-action version of The Little Mermaid. The poster is reminiscent of the classic poster for the animated film with Ariel sitting on rocks in the ocean. This poster has a very different feel to it with a darker and stormier feel. This is perhaps indicating the storms she…
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The Perfect Match: LEGO and Star Wars – GEEKS CORNER – Episode #601
Welcome to a very special episode of GEEKS CORNER! This week marks the 300th episode for Caitie as a co-host on the show. It also is a week with LOTS of Star Wars. Not just Star Wars though, also LEGO! There are a lot of fun things to geek out about with the new LEGO…
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Disney Announces Celebration of 94th Oscars with “Life is Shorts: Oscar 2022”
Disney has announced that it will be celebrating animation at the Oscars with Life is Shorts: Oscar 2022. Hosted by Tamron Hall, this will debut Friday, March 25, on Disney Channel and Disney XD. It will air initially at 8:30 p.m. EDT/PDT on Disney Channel and 9:00 p.m. EDT/PDT on Disney XD and then air…
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A Delay and a National Treasure – GEEKS CORNER – Episode #594
Welcome to GEEKS CORNER! This week the GEEKS are virtual again and have a grand old time geeking out about a lot of different topics. First things first though, it’s time to celebrate two birthdays: John Williams and Disney’s California Adventure. This week there are two new trailers for upcoming movies. This includes Pixar’s Lightyear…
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The Walt Disney Company Brings Home 23 Oscar Nominations
We are just under two months away from the 94th Annual Academy Awards and this year promises to be big for The Walt Disney Company! As Oscar nominations were announced this morning, Disney fans were thrilled to see so many familiar titles listed, including three for Best Animated Feature Film! Of the ten movies that…
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Hayley Mills is Given Replacement Oscar After Original is Stolen
Hayley Mills was given a new Oscar by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. This replaces one that was stolen from her in the 80s. The original, a Juvenile Award, was given to her for her performance in Pollyanna. She was one of 12 people to receive this award. In fact, she was…
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Soul Wins Best Animated Feature at Oscars
Disney and Pixar’s animated feature Soul has won an Oscar for Best Animated Feature. The movie, released on Christmas Day 2020, The film was directed by Pete Docter, co-directed/written Kemp Powers, and produced by Dana Murray. It tells the story of Joe Gardner, a a music teacher pursuing the dream of being a professional jazz…
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This Award Will Not Be Going to Hamilton
When Hamilton was released on Disney+ the already sensational show took on another life breaking records on Disney’s streaming service. Originally it was expected to be released into theaters. However, due to the pandemic, it was released instead on Disney+. While it has earned accolades and Tony awards there is one award it will not…
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Downtown Disney District Gets Red Carpet Treatment with Oscars-Inspired Popcorn
Tomorrow, many people from the film industry will gather in Los Angeles to celebrate some of the best films of the year! The help celebrate the Oscars, ABC has announced that there will be Oscars Popcorn experiences all around Southern California and today, the Downtown Disney location has made its appearance! Celebrate the #Oscars with…
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The Walt Disney Company Earns 23 Academy Award Nominations In 15 Categories
Nominations for the 92nd Academy Awards were announced this morning. The Walt Disney Company, which includes Fox, Pixar, Marvel, and Lucasfilm, earned a combined 23 nominations in 15 categories. Fox Searchlight Pictures’ “Jojo Rabbit” received six nominations, including Best Picture and Best Actress in a Supporting Role for Scarlett Johansson. 20th Century Fox’s “Ford v Ferrari“ is…
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Color Quest – GEEKS CORNER – Episode 922 (#440)
Welcome to another episode of GEEKS CORNER! This week, there is a lot to cover. The show starts off with the Oscars, moves to the parks, and then beyond! We hope you enjoy this episode of GEEKS CORNER. Share your thoughts in the comments below on the various topics! Let’s go to the corner! GEEKS…
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Marvel Studios’ Black Panther Returning to Theaters on February 1st
OSCAR® BEST-PICTURE NOMINEE & SAG® BEST ENSEMBLE WINNER “BLACK PANTHER” RETURNS TO THE BIG SCREEN BEGINNING FEBRUARY 1 FANS OF ALL AGES CAN SEE THE MOVIE FOR FREE IN HONOR OF BLACK HISTORY MONTH AT PARTICIPATING AMC THEATRES The Walt Disney Company to Give $1.5 Million Grant to UNCF To Help Minority Students Get To…
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Try Everything – GEEKS CORNER – Episode 917 (#435)
Welcome to another episode of GEEKS CORNER! This week there is a LOT of ground to cover in the world of geekdom! From Disneyland to Shanghai Disneyland to Star Wars to the Oscars, there is a LOT to geek out about! Oh, and then there is food. The geeks go there as well. We hope you…
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Disney Receives 17 Oscar Nominations Ahead of February 24 Award Ceremony
With award season just around the corner, it’s time for nominations! This morning, Oscar nominations were announced and we’re excited to share that Disney brought 17 nominations home! The nominations range from everything to Pixar short films to superhero blockbusters. Here is the full list of nominations: Disney Oscar Nominations Best Picture Black Panther Animated…
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There is Disney Magic in These Practical Effects Found in Mary Poppins Returns!
There is a lot of magic to be found in Mary Poppins Returns. What many people didn’t realize when watching this new Disney film though was how much of that magic came through the use of practical effects. Of course, there was CGI utilized throughout the course of the movie. However, there was also quite…
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Sophia Loren Hosts Star-Studded Screening of Mary Poppins Returns in Hollywood
As the Oscars get closer and closer, Disney is making every effort to make sure Academy members see Mary Poppins Returns in every way possible. One of these ways is through screenings. This week, a screening was hosted by Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively for the film in New York. On the west coast, Sophia Loren…
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John Williams to Compose Score for Star Wars: Episode IX
John Williams will be returning to compose Star Wars: Episode IX. In a recent interview with Variety, Williams confirmed that he and J.J. Abrams have spoken and he will be writing the music to the next movie in the Skywalker Saga. “I would very much like to complete that,” Williams told Variety. John Williams has…
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New Trailer for BEAUTY AND THE BEAST Re-Release in New York and Los Angeles For Your Consideration
As the movie industry gears up for the awards season, the campaigns are ramping up to get considered for the various awards. Disney is re-releasing Beauty and the Beast in theaters in both Los Angeles and New York for this reason. Here is the new trailer for Disney’s critically-acclaimed live-action Beauty and the Beast, back…
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Strange Oscars, Doctor? – Geeks Corner – Episode 622
Welcome to Geeks Corner! This week, things get a little strange. That’s right, the geeks are talking about the Oscars! They also are going to talk about the brand new Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 trailer. A video has been released of the song Gaston from the new live-action Beauty and the Beast film.…
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Disney Wins in Several Oscars 2017 Categories Including Best Animated Feature
The 89th annual Academy Awards also known as the Oscars has concluded and Disney went away with a few winners. ESPN won in the Documentary Feature category for “O.J. Simpson: Made in America.” On ESPN it was a five part miniseries, but was adapted as a feature length documentary that premiered at the Sundance Film Festival…
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‘Zootopia’ Themed Parody Posters Add Laughs to Popular Films
This Sunday evening, many will be tuning in to watch the Academy Awards. From red carpet looks to award accepting speeches, there is much to enjoy. With a wide variety of films being honored, the upcoming Disney film Zootopia, is playing along in part with the themed event. Check out some of these fun parody…
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88th Academy Award Nominations Include Pixar, Lucasfilm & More
The nominations are in! As we approach the 88th Academy Awards on February 28, 2016, the full and complete list of nominations have been revealed. Even more so, The Walt Disney Company has been placed in the running for several awards. Let’s check them out. ANIMATED FEATURE FILM Anomalisa Boy and the World Inside Out Shaun…
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Steven Spielberg Wants to Remake Indiana Jones with Chris Pratt
DAPs Magic recently shared reports that Chris Pratt is being eyed for the role of Indiana Jones in a potential reboot of the franchise that is now owned by Disney. While nothing has been confirmed as of yet, more fuel as been thrown into the first of speculation for a Indy reboot by none other…