Annette Funicello, the legendary Mouseketeer who was a singer, big screen icon, and first and foremost, a Mouseketeer, has sadly passed away due to complications with Multiple Sclerosis. She was 70 years old. Funicello was an incredibly gifted actress, singer, and one who seemed to really embrace the fame she
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Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge: New Rare & Endangered Species has Arrived
Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge gets a new rare and endangered species. Officially names “Somali wild ass” but affectionately known at the lodge simply as “Somalis,” these African ancestors of the domestic donkey features distinctive leg striping ad body coloration. These animals are rare and critically endangered species. It is believed that less
Brand New Disney Pixar Cars Toons Shorty Shorts
There are three brand new Disney Pixar “Cars Toons” Shorty Shorts now live on Disney.com andCars.Disney.com. Dubbed “Shorty Shorts” because they’re no longer than a minute and a half long, each video offers a quick and fun peek into the world of “Cars.” Directed by Jeremy Lasky and produced by Mary Alice Drumm, Disney Pixar “Cars
Bluray Review – Mulan 15th Anniversary Edition 2 Movie Collection
I recently had the pleasure of watching Mulan 1 and 2, for the very first time. I knew the story behind Mulan but never actually saw the move. Well I am glad I did because I think I found my new favorite princess. This Blu-Ray will keep you entertained for
Studio Ghibli’s ‘Howl’s Moving Castle’ Comes to Blu-ray May 21, 2013
Another great Studio Ghibli film is finally coming to blu-ray, courtesy of Walt Disney Studios. Considered by many to be one of the best film’s made by Studio Ghibli, the film follows adventures of Sophie, a quiet girl who works in a hat shop, who is one day whisked away
Studio Ghibli’s ‘My Neighbor Totoro’ Comes to Blu-ray on May 21, 2013
One of my all time favorite animated movies is finally coming to blu-ray this spring, and I couldn’t be happier. The Studio Ghibli film, ‘My Neighbor Totoro’ is a beautiful animated film that explores the meaning of friendship and sisterhood. The film follows two sisters, Satsuki and Mei, who discover
Peter Pan: Disney Classics App
This year, Disney’s Peter Pan turns 60 years old. To celebrate, on Feb 5th, Disney released an all-new “Diamond Edition” DVD/Blu-ray; however, fans can also experience the classic tale on mobile devices with the Peter Pan: Disney Classics book app. The iOS story takes readers to Neverland like never before. With read along activities,
New Bonus Code for Disney Movie Rewards Members
Greetings Disney Movie Rewards Members! Exciting news about a new Disney Movie Rewards Code that you can use. This code gives you an extra 50 points the next time you enter a code from a movie: M1D179UT5FBS Just head over to your Disney Movie Rewards account and enter the new code.
Monsters Inc. Storybook App Available Now
With yesterday’s anticipated re-release of Disney-Pixar’s hit animated feature, Monsters, Inc., in 3D, Disney Publishing is offering kids and parents a chance to relive the “monstrously” fun story in a new, fully-interactive way! This week, the Monsters, Inc. Storybook Deluxe app is available for the iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch and
Adventures by Disney is “World’s Leading Luxury Tour Operator”
World Travel Awards has recognized Adventures by Disney by bestowing the title of “World’s Leading Luxury Tour Operator” on them. The award was presented to Disney during the annual ceremony that regularly recognizes the most popular travel and tourism brands in the world. The award has even more meaning
It’s Luxo from Pixar…Well Almost!
Luxo (Jr.) has come to life and one day may be available in your own home! )If you do not recall where Luxo Jr. came from and the connection to Disney, well think back to 1986 when Pixar and John Lasseter released a a short animated film that quickly became popular, titled
Disney to shut down Disney Movies Online
Disney is shutting down its Web movie service, Disney Movies Online, saying the site wasn’t keeping up with user demands. In an email to users, the company said the site would be closed as of Dec. 31. The site allowed visitors to buy and rent both Disney & Pixar Movies.
Snow White Exhibit Opens At Disney Family Museum
Snow White is celebrating it’s 75th anniversary and to help celebrate an exhibition of behind-the-scenes of Snow White opens up Thursday at The Walt Disney Family Museum. The first feature-length animated film made, Snow White has been named the number one animated film by the AFI (American Film Institute). The
Channel 31 and Disney to Show Best Movies and Series to Viewers in Kazakhstan
CTC Media, Inc. (CTCM), Russia’s leading independent media company, and The Walt Disney Company CIS have announced the signing of a new two-year agreement to broadcast the films and animated content of The Walt Disney Company CIS (“Disney”) via Channel 31, one of the largest players on the television
