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Pirate Fairy Out On DVD

April 23, 2014 by Samantha 2 Comments

From the world of “Peter Pan” comes “The Pirate Fairy,” a swashbuckling new adventure about Zarina (voice of Christina Hendricks), a smart and ambitious dust-keeper fairy who’s captivated by Blue Pixie Dust and its endless possibilities. When Zarina’s wild ideas get her into trouble, she flees Pixie Hollow and joins forces with the scheming pirates of Skull Rock, who make her captain of their ship. Tinker Bell (voice of Mae Whitman) and her friends must embark on an epic adventure to find Zarina, and together they go sword-to-sword with the band of pirates led by a cabin boy named James (voice of Tom Hiddleston), who’ll soon be known as Captain Hook himself. With laughter, heart, magic and thrills, “The Pirate Fairy” sets sail April 1, 2014.
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Delivery Man on DVD

April 20, 2014 by Samantha 1 Comment

What to do with children? If you think you have a big family, imagine finding out, out of the blue that you are the father to 533 children. This is the beginning of the warm comedy Delivery Man, which tells the story of David Wozniak as he finds a way to be a part of 533 children’s life while bringing one into this world.

The movie itself has a fun premise, with so many kids how do you really make a difference? The answer is right beneath the surface. Kindness. As the movie progresses we learn more about David and his current life and how easily life can spin out of control only to put your right where you belong.

Official synopsis Below:

In this heartwarming comedy, under achiever David Wozniak (Vince Vaughn) learns he’s actually an overachiever — he’s fathered 533 children via donations made twenty years earlier! David soon discovers that the shock of his life might just be the best thing that’s ever happened to him. Along the way he discovers not only his true self, but also the father he could become. Also starring Chris Pratt and Cobie Smulders — and complete with bonus materials, including behind-the-scenes footage — it’s a feel-good movie that really delivers.
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MALEFICENT – Elle Fanning Visits Disneyland

April 19, 2014 by Samantha Leave a Comment

This weekend, Elle Fanning stopped by Disneyland for the Disney Social Media Moms Conference to share some footage from MALEFICENT. Since she plays the iconic character of Aurora, Elle took photos in front of Sleeping Beauty’s Castle.

“Maleficent” explores the untold story of Disney’s most iconic villain from the classic “Sleeping Beauty” and the elements of her betrayal that ultimately turn her pure heart to stone. Driven by revenge and a fierce desire to protect the moors over which she presides, Maleficent cruelly places an irrevocable curse upon the human king’s newborn infant Aurora. As the child grows, Aurora is caught in the middle of the seething conflict between the forest kingdom she has grown to love and the human kingdom that holds her legacy. Maleficent realizes that Aurora may hold the key to peace in the land and is forced to take drastic actions that will change both worlds forever.

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My Visit To The LA Zoo and DisneyNature’s BEARS

April 16, 2014 by Samantha Leave a Comment

While we were in LA, we had the chance to visit the LA Zoo (the trip was inspired by the movie we screened, DisneyNature’s Bears out this Friday). While there, we got the chance to tour, visit some of the animals, and learn about what makes the zoo such a great place.

One of my favorite animals was Randa, the Indian Rhino. Having suffered from illness, she is one tough cookie and doing well now. You can meet her at the zoo, and for a VERY small fee, touch and even feed her if you make reservations to do so. See below to make a reservation and for more info.

“Come meet Randa, our beloved Indian Rhino, up close and personal! The Indian Rhino Encounter includes a behind the scenes direct contact opportunity for participants that may include touching and feeding an Indian Rhinoceros.

The Indian Rhino Encounter is available every Saturday, Sunday, and on holidays (separate fee required). The encounter takes place at 1pm.

General visitors may purchase tickets on site at any Admissions Ticket Window.
Zoo Members may purchase tickets onsite at Admissions Window #11.
The minimum age requirement is four years old. All children must be accompanied by an adult
All participants must sign the Waiver and Release of Claims included on the e-ticket.”

Another cool animal we met was Scout, the bear- which was fitting, since we just saw Disney Bears earlier. Scout lives by himself at this time, but enjoys a close relationship with “his people” at the zoo.
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Meeting the Moms of ABC TV

April 14, 2014 by Samantha 1 Comment

While in LA, we were able to chat with the starts of several great ABC TV shows. Want to meet some of the lovely ladies yourself? Enter, and check out the mom’s (both on and offscreen) of some of the latest hit shows you love to watch.

The lovely Malin Akerman from “Trophy Wife” was a pleasure to talk to, and was excited to tell us about her young son and adventures in motherhood. You can read more about her and the show in this post, or watch the show Tuesdays at 9:30 eastern/8:30 central on ABC.

Photo-Bombing myself, ha. Got tired of the “posed” pictures- so this is what you get! Me and Patricia Heaton, of “The Middle”. Want to know more about her? Check out this post and get social with The Middle on Facebook on Twitter @TheMiddle_ABC. Keep up with the fun on Twitter with the hashtag #ABCTVEvent. You can watch on Wednesdays at 8 EST on ABC.
She has kids that are a bit older then mine, so she told us all what we were in for when they got older. She told us all about the set of “Everybody Loves Raymond”, raising kids “on sets” and how being a mother is a priority for her.

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Hanging Out on the set of Grey’s Anatomy

April 10, 2014 by Samantha 1 Comment

While in LA, I had the chance to check out the set of Grey’s Anatomy. It was a lot of fun. We got to check out the set, as well as meet some of the actors and creative people behind the scenes, like costume designers and prop creators.

This is the outside of the set, which is really on the outside of the building. It was neat to see how and where they filmed. It also looked like a real hospital building, so that amused me as well.

This is the living room of the “Dream House” that belongs to Meredith Greys and Derek McDreamy. A lot nicer (and neater!) then my own, I will tell you that 😉

The very well organized kitchen in the McDreamy House 🙂

Costumes on the set of Grey’s Anatomy, all labeled and ready for the cast to use.

The hospital on the set, complete with toys and brochures, which made me laugh 🙂

I loved this picture, it was just the hospital floor, but still. Made it “authentic”.

The “guts” of Grey’s Anatomy, as shown to us by the prop master.

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Interview with Sebastian Stan AKA The Winter Soldier

April 9, 2014 by Samantha 7 Comments

While we were in LA a few weeks ago, we had the opportunity to interview some of the cast of the new Captain America: The Winter Soldier movie, including Bucky himself. Most comic fans will tell you that there are two characters that NEVER come back to life- Uncle Ben and Bucky Barnes. Even I know that! So what’s it like to break ‘da rules, and risk the wrath of fanboys and girls everywhere, Sebastian Stan? (It’s cool! Most of them are over it- the comic cam out quite awhile ago.)

Question- Was it difficult to switch roles from Bucky to The Winter Soldier?

Sebastian Stan: Well, yes and no. I would say no in the sense that everything is so spelled out for me in the comic books that I sort of feel like I have that to follow as a guide. Yes, in that certain things from comic books often aren’t so easily translated to the screen. There were things visually that were new that we had to discover about the character.

I mean in the comic books there was a lot of information but in terms of how the Winter Soldier moved, how he behaved, what his presence was like on screen, those were all things I had to discover once I was in the outfit and we were actually shooting the movie. And that was more difficult I suppose. At the end of the day the most difficult part was playing someone that’s very different while at the same time the same person.

Question- How do you mentally prepare for a role like this in terms of playing someone who doesn’t even know who they are?
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The New The Tom and Jerry Show

April 8, 2014 by Samantha 2 Comments

There is a new Warner Bros. Animation series, The Tom and Jerry Show coming out soon!

The series will be premiering Wednesday, April 9 on Cartoon Network. Entertainment Weekly just debut a trailer for the show yesterday which you can check out here: http://family-room.ew.com/2014/03/17/tom-and-jerry-exclusive-video/

As you can see the cat and mouse grudge match between these two continues with the same brand of slapstick humor that made Tom and Jerry two of the most beloved characters in animation history. In addition to their familiar suburban house setting, each 11 minute short of the new series will expand Tom and Jerry’s never-ending game of cat-and-mouse to include more fantastic worlds, from a witches cabin to a mad scientist’s lab.

Voiced with comedic stars such as Simon Helberg (The Big Bang Theory) and Jason Alexander (Seinfeld) leading it’s talented cast, the show should be a hit with kids. Here is what Jay Bastian, the WBA creative executive had to say in an interview with me last week.

Q1- Have you always been a Tom and Jerry Fan?

Jay Bastian– Who isn’t? I always loved watching Tom and Jerry cartoons with my father, since he would laugh just as much as I did at them.

Q2- Who is your favorite, Tom, or Jerry? (And why)

Jay Bastian– This is a debate I have been in both at Cartoon Network and at Warner Bros. for years. People are entrenched on one side or the other and can speak at length about their respective stance. I guess I always root for the underdog, so I’ve always been firmly on Jerry’s side.

Q3- How is the new The Tom and Jerry Show different the the older cartoons?

Jay Bastian– Hopefully the characters, their relationship and the slapstick violence will still feel like what was established in the classic shorts. The newest thing we’ve added in this series is the reoccurring scenarios of the science lab, the witches’ house and Tom and Jerry’s detective agency. The idea was to keep them the same characters they have always been, but add in new locations and things to throw at one another.
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