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I always love seeing those “Got Milk” ads. Some of my favorite have been Guy Fieri, Hugh Jackman, Susan Sarrandon, Harrison Ford, and Christie Brinkley. But now? Oh yeah — those two adorable monsters beat them all. Check out Mike and Sulley’s new Got Milk ad.

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Connect with the Milk Mustache community for tips, tools and activities including tasty morning recipes for all the little “monsters” in your family.

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About Monsters University

Ever since college-bound Mike Wazowski (voice of Billy Crystal) was a little monster, he has dreamed of becoming a Scarer—and he knows better than anyone that the best Scarers come from Monsters University (MU). But during his first semester at MU, Mike’s plans are derailed when he crosses paths with hotshot James P. Sullivan, “Sulley” (voice of John Goodman), a natural-born Scarer.  The pair’s out-of-control competitive spirit gets them both kicked out of the University’s elite Scare Program. To make matters worse, they realize they will have to work together, along with an odd bunch of misfit monsters, if they ever hope to make things right.

Screaming with laughter and oozing with heart, Disney•Pixar’s “Monsters University” is directed by Dan Scanlon (“Cars,” “Mater and the Ghostlight,” “Tracy”), produced by Kori Rae (“Up,” “The Incredibles,” “Monsters, Inc.”) and features music from Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee and award-winning composer Randy Newman  (“Monsters, Inc.,” “Toy Story 3”).

“Like” MONSTERS UNIVERSITY on Facebook: http://facebook.com/PixarMonstersUniversity

 “Follow” Disney/Pixar on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/DisneyPixar

 Visit the website: http://www.Disney.com/MonstersU

MONSTERS UNIVERSITY releases in theaters on June 21st!

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Who’s excited about Monsters University that comes out next month? I know I am? If you have any little ones at home, check out the free printables to go along with the movie.

Simply click on each photo to download the pdf for your little monster. Hope they enjoy the fun. :)

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“Like” MONSTERS UNIVERSITY on Facebook: http://facebook.com/PixarMonstersUniversity

“Follow” Disney/Pixar on Twitter: @DisneyPixar

Visit the website: http://www.Disney.com/MonstersU

MONSTERS UNIVERSITY comes to theaters on June 21st!

Note: No compensation was received for sharing these kid-friendly activity sheets from Disney/Pixar.

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Planes

I am SUPER pumped about Planes. If you loved Cars, then you will not want to miss this movie when it hits the theaters this Summer. It kind of brings together those days of watching Top Gun and my love for Disney movies all in one moment.

Check out the trailer and tell me what you think!

 

About the movie

From above the world of “Cars” comes “Disney’s Planes,” an action-packed 3D animated comedy adventure featuring Dusty (voice of Dane Cook), a plane with dreams of competing as a high-flying air racer. But Dusty’s not exactly built for racing—and he happens to be afraid of heights. So he turns to a seasoned naval aviator who helps Dusty qualify to take on the defending champ of the race circuit. Dusty’s courage is put to the ultimate test as he aims to reach heights he never dreamed possible, giving a spellbound world the inspiration to soar. “Disney’s Planes” takes off in theaters on Aug. 9, 2013. For more information, check out Disney.com/Planes, like us on Facebook: facebook.com/DisneyPlanes and follow us on Twitter: twitter.com/DisneyPictures.The film takes off in theaters in 3D on Aug. 9, 2013.

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Want to know who is playing who in this fun and interactive movie? Check out the list below.

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  • Stacy Keach (“The Bourne Legacy,” Alexander Payne’s upcoming “Nebraska,” Robert Rodriguez’s and Frank Miller’s “Sin City: A Dame To Kill For”) provides the voice of Skipper, a reclusive old Navy Corsair who takes Dusty’s training to new heights.
  • Brad Garrett (“Everybody Loves Raymond,” “How to Live with Your Parents for the Rest of Your Life”) lends his voice to fuel truck Chug, Dusty’s buddy, coach and biggest fan.
  • Teri Hatcher (“Coraline,” ABC’s “Desperate Housewives”) brings life and charm to the say-it-like-it-is mechanic Dottie.
  • Cedric the Entertainer (“Barbershop,” “Larry Crowne, “Madagascar”) as Leadbottom, a puttering old biplane who has no time for Dusty’s far-fetched flights of fancy.
  • Julia Louis-Dreyfus (“Veep,” “The New Adventures of Old Christine,” “Seinfeld”) lends her voice to Rochelle, a tough and confident racer who is the pride of the Great White North.
  • John Cleese (TV’s “Whitney,” “A Fish Called Wanda”) is the voice of Bulldog, the oldest and arguably wisest racer on the circuit.
  • Carlos Alazraqui (James Garcia on Comedy Central’s “Reno 911”) brings to life the intensely charming El Chupacabra, a racer with more dramatic flair than is recommended at high altitudes.
  • Priyanka Chopra (“Barfi!”) voices the exotic, mysterious and ruthless Ishani, the reigning Pan-Asian champion from India.
  • Roger Craig Smith (Captain America in Disney XD’s “Marvel’s Avengers Assemble,” voice of Sonic The Hedgehog in “Wreck-It Ralph”) voices world champion racer Ripslinger—wings down, the biggest name in air racing—and he knows it.
  • Gabriel Iglesias (Comedy Central’s “Gabriel Iglesias Presents Stand-up Revolution”) provides the voices of both Ned and Zed, two not-so-sharp saboteurs who work for Ripslinger.
  • Val Kilmer (“Batman Forever,” “Top Gun”) provides the voice of Bravo, a member of the Jolly Wrenches and a fan of air racing.
  • Anthony Edwards (TV’s “Zero Hour,” “Top Gun”) is the voice of Echo, a member of the Jolly Wrenches and a fan of air racing.
  • Colin Cowherd (ESPN) gives play-by-play coverage as Colin Cowling, an affable blimp and an eye-in-the-sky reporter for the Racing Sports Network.
  • Sinbad (Comedy Central’s “Where U Been?”) brings to life Roper, an irascible race official pitty full of sly remarks and colorful commentary.
  • Oliver Kalkofe (“Neues vom Wixxer”) provides the voice of meek German minicar Franz and his brazen airborne alter ego Fliegenhosen.
  • Brent Musburger (ESPN, ABC Sports) brings Brent Mustangburger, the excitable 1964½ Ford Mustang sports broadcasting icon, back to the big screen.

This will definitely be a movie I am not gonna miss.

“Like” Disney’s PLANES on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/DisneyPlanes

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 Visit the website: www.disney.com/Planes

Disney’s PLANES releases in theaters everywhere on August 9th!

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I love movies that we can use to incorporate into our homeschooling. That is one reason why I love Disneynature movies. They make great documentaries to really bring home learning for a child who needs visuals.

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Bears will premiere in theaters on Earth Day 2014. This will definitely make a great study for my daughter!

In an epic story of breathtaking scale, Disneynature’s new True Life Adventure “Bears” showcases a year in the life of two mother bears as they impart life lessons to their impressionable young cubs. Set against a majestic Alaskan backdrop teeming with life, their journey begins as winter comes to an end and the bears emerge from hibernation to face the bitter cold. The world outside is exciting—but risky—as the cubs’ playful descent down the mountain carries with it a looming threat of avalanches. As the season changes from spring to summer, the brown bear families must work together to find food—ultimately feasting at a plentiful salmon run—while staying safe from predators, including an ever-present wolf pack. “Bears” captures the fast-moving action and suspense of life in one of the planet’s last great wildernesses—where mothers definitely know best and their cubs’ survival hinges on family togetherness.

 

Directed by Alastair Fothergill (“Earth,” “African Cats” and “Chimpanzee”) and Keith Scholey (“African Cats”), “Bears” is in theaters April 18, 2014, to celebrate Earth Day.

“Like” Disneynature’s BEARS on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/Disneynature

 “Follow” Disneynature’s BEARS on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Disneynature

 Disneynature’s BEARS releases in theaters on April 18, 2014!

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Did you hear? Chris Evans is back as the amazing Captain America!! Marvel has begun working on the 2nd installment in the movie series. If you have never seen a Marvel movie, you my friend, are missing out!

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More about the production

Following in the footsteps of the record-breaking Marvel Studios’ release, “Marvel’s The Avengers,” production on the highly anticipated release, Marvel’s “Captain America: The Winter Soldier” has commenced in Los Angeles, Calif., with production also including locations in Cleveland, Ohio, and Washington D.C. Directing the film is the team of Anthony and Joe Russo (“Welcome to Collinwood”) from a screenplay written by Christopher Markus (“Captain America: The First Avenger”) & Stephen McFeely (“Captain America: The First Avenger”). Marvel’s “Captain America: The Winter Soldier” returns Chris Evans (“Captain America: The First Avenger,” “Marvel’s The Avengers”) as the iconic Super Hero character Steve Rogers/Captain America, along with Scarlett Johansson (“Marvel’s The Avengers,” “Iron Man 2”) as Black Widow and Samuel L. Jackson (“Marvel’s The Avengers,” “Iron Man 2”) as Nick Fury. In addition, film icon Robert Redford has joined the all-star cast as Agent Alexander Pierce, a senior leader within the S.H.I.E.L.D. organization. “Captain America: The Winter Soldier” is set for release in the U.S. on April 4, 2014.

 “Captain America: The Winter Soldier” will pick-up where “Marvel’s The Avengers” left off, as Steve Rogers struggles to embrace his role in the modern world and teams up with Natasha Romanoff, aka Black Widow, to battle a powerful yet shadowy enemy in present-day Washington, D.C.

Based on the ever-popular Marvel comic book series, first published in 1941, Marvel’s “Captain America: The Winter Soldier” features an outstanding supporting cast that includes Sebastian Stan (“Captain America: The First Avenger,” “Black Swan”) as Bucky Barnes/Winter Soldier, Anthony Mackie (“The Hurt Locker,” “Million Dollar Baby”) as Sam Wilson/Falcon, Cobie Smulders (“Marvel’s The Avengers,” “How I Met Your Mother”) as Agent Maria Hill, Frank Grillo (“Zero Dark Thirty”) as Brock Rumlow and Georges St-Pierre (“Death Warrior”) as Georges Batroc. Rounding out the talented cast are Hayley Atwell (“Captain America: The First Avenger”) as Peggy Carter, Toby Jones (“Captain America: The First Avenger,” “The Hunger Games”) as Arnim Zola, Emily VanCamp (“The Ring 2,” “Revenge”) as Agent 13 and Maximiliano Hernández (“Marvel’s The Avengers,” “Thor”) as Agent Jasper Sitwell.

Marvel Studios’ President Kevin Feige is producing the film. Executive producers on the project include Alan Fine, Louis D’Esposito, Victoria Alonso, Michael Grillo and Stan Lee. The creative production team on the film includes director of photography Trent Opaloch (“Elysium,” “District 9”), production designer Peter Wenham (“21 Jump Street,” “Fast Five”), editors Jeffrey Ford, A.C.E. and Mary Jo Markey, A.C.E. (“Star Wars: Episode 7,” “The Perks of Being a Wallflower”) and three time Oscar®-nominated costume designer Judianna Makovsky (“The Hunger Games,” “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone”).

I will definitely keep you posted as I hear more about this amazing movie!

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I am a huge fan of Johnny Depp, and I grew up watching The Lone Ranger (God that makes me feel SO old), so I am really looking forward to checking out Disney’s newest movie — The Lone Ranger.

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He makes a good Tonto, eh? And — don’t get me started on Armie Hammer. When I was a kid, I wanted to marry The Lone Ranger just so I could holler out ” HI-YO Silver, Away!!!!”. Not to mention that as a kid, he was every girl’s dream. Now — Armie is gonna be that dream. He makes a very nice looking Lone Ranger.

Check out the trailer below:

About the movie

From producer Jerry Bruckheimer and director Gore Verbinski, the filmmaking team behind the blockbuster “Pirates of the Caribbean” franchise, comes Disney/Jerry Bruckheimer Films’ “The Lone Ranger,” a thrilling adventure infused with action and humor, in which the famed masked hero is brought to life through new eyes.  Native American warrior Tonto (Johnny Depp) recounts the untold tales that transformed John Reid (Armie Hammer), a man of the law, into a legend of justice—taking the audience on a runaway train of epic surprises and humorous friction as the two unlikely heroes must learn to work together and fight against greed and corruption.

Native American warrior Tonto (Johnny Depp) and man of the law John Reid (Armie Hammer) are opposites brought together by fate and must join forces to battle greed and corruption.

“Like” THE LONE RANGER on Facebook: www.facebook.com/theloneranger

 “Follow” THE LONE RANGER on Twitter: https://twitter.com/disneypictures

Visit THE LONE RANGER website: www.disney.com/theloneranger

THE LONE RANGER rides into theaters on July 3rd!

 

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When I first heard that Thor 2 was coming out this year, I immediately texted my daughter and told her. Her reply back was the kissy emoji on her iphone. She is SO in love with Thor.

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Here is a teaser trailer for Thor Dark World, which is set to come out in theaters on November 8th.

 

About the movie:

Marvel’s “Thor: The Dark World” continues the big-screen adventures of Thor, the Mighty Avenger, as he battles to save Earth and all the Nine Realms from a shadowy enemy that predates the universe itself.  In the aftermath of Marvel’s “Thor” and “Marvel’s The Avengers,” Thor fights to restore order across the cosmos…but an ancient race led by the vengeful Malekith returns to plunge the universe back into darkness. Faced with an enemy that even Odin and Asgard cannot withstand, Thor must embark on his most perilous and personal journey yet, one that will reunite him with Jane Foster and force him to sacrifice everything to save us all.

Starring Chris Hemsworth, Natalie Portman, Tom Hiddleston, Stellan Skarsgård, Idris Elba, Christopher Eccleston, Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje, Kat Dennings, Ray Stevenson, Zachary Levi, Tadanobu Asano, and Jaimie Alexander with Rene Russo and Anthony Hopkins as Odin, Marvel’s “Thor: The Dark World” is directed by Alan Taylor, produced by Kevin Feige, from a story by Don Payne (credit not final) and screenplay by Christopher Yost and Christopher Markus & Stephen McFeely (credit not final) and is based on Marvel’s classic Super Hero Thor, who first appeared in the comic book “Journey into Mystery “ #83 in August, 1962.

Marvel’s “Thor: The Dark World” continues the big-screen adventures of Thor, the Mighty Avenger, as he battles to save Earth and all the Nine Realms from a shadowy enemy that predates the universe itself.

Like THOR on Facebook: Facebook.com/Thor

Follow THOR on Twitter: Twitter.com/ThorMovies

 Visit the website: www.marvel.com/thor

THOR: THE DARK WORLD releases in theaters on November 8, 2013!

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OH MY GOD!!! It’s here :) Just 3 days away from Iron Man 3 opening in theaters. I am freaking out because I have wanted to see this movie since I watched a 15 minute clip in La back in February. (breath in — breath out). Are you going to see it opening weekend? Check out the newest trailer below!

I LOVE IRON MAN!!!!

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Marvel’s “Iron Man 3” pits brash-but-brilliant industrialist Tony Stark/Iron Man against an enemy whose reach knows no bounds. When Stark finds his personal world destroyed at his enemy’s hands, he embarks on a harrowing quest to find those responsible. This journey, at every turn, will test his mettle. With his back against the wall, Stark is left to survive by his own devices, relying on his ingenuity and instincts to protect those closest to him. As he fights his way back, Stark discovers the answer to the question that has secretly haunted him: does the man make the suit or does the suit make the man?

Starring Robert Downey Jr., Gwyneth Paltrow, Don Cheadle, Guy Pearce, Rebecca Hall, Stephanie Szostak, James Badge Dale with Jon Favreau and Ben Kingsley, Marvel’s “Iron Man 3” is directed by Shane Black from a screenplay by Drew Pearce & Shane Black and is based on Marvel’s iconic Super Hero Iron Man, who first appeared on the pages of “Tales of Suspense” (#39) in 1963 and had his solo comic book debut with “The Invincible Iron Man” (#1) in May of 1968.

In Marvel’s “Iron Man 3,” Tony Stark/Iron Man finds his world reduced to rubble by a malevolent enemy and must use his ingenuity and instincts to protect those closest to him as he seeks to destroy the enemy and his cohorts.

“Like” IRON MAN 3 on Facebook: www.facebook.com/ironman

“Follow” IRON MAN 3 on Twitter: @Iron_Man

Visit the website: http://marvel.com/ironman3

IRON MAN 3 releases in theaters on May 3rd!

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I love, love, love Sully and Mike!!! :) and I am really looking forward to June 21st. Are you super excited about seeing Monster’s University? In fact, a new trailer has just been released. Check it out below:

Our family will definitely be at the opening night. As soon as I can buy our tickets, I’m gonna do that so we will already have seats reserved :)

Are you going?

About Monsters University

Ever since college-bound Mike Wazowski (voice of Billy Crystal) was a little monster, he has dreamed of becoming a Scarer—and he knows better than anyone that the best Scarers come from Monsters University (MU). But during his first semester at MU, Mike’s plans are derailed when he crosses paths with hotshot James P. Sullivan, “Sulley” (voice of John Goodman), a natural-born Scarer. The pair’s out-of-control competitive spirit gets them both kicked out of the University’s elite Scare Program. To make matters worse, they realize they will have to work together, along with an odd bunch of misfit monsters, if they ever hope to make things right.

Screaming with laughter and oozing with heart, Disney•Pixar’s “Monsters University” is directed by Dan Scanlon (“Cars,” “Mater and the Ghostlight,” “Tracy”), produced by Kori Rae (“Up,” “The Incredibles,” “Monsters, Inc.”) and features music from Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee and award-winning composer Randy Newman (“Monsters, Inc.,” “Toy Story 3”).

“Like” MONSTERS UNIVERSITY on Facebook: http://facebook.com/PixarMonstersUniversity

“Follow” Disney/Pixar on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/DisneyPixar

Visit the website: http://www.Disney.com/MonstersU

MONSTERS UNIVERSITY releases in theaters on June 21st!

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I am seriously counting down the days until Iron Man 3 comes out. I won’t be able to go see it on opening night because I will be flying home from Cleveland, but you can bet your booty I will be at the theater the next night getting my ticket so I can get my fill of Mr. Iron Man!

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I think that out of all the Iron Man movies, this one will definitely be my favorite. After watching this clip, my romance levels just went up about 30 notches! I LOVE Pepper and Tony Stark together. :)

 

I am also loving these new Iron Man Lego posters. I seriously want to go out and buy these Legos!

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So — will you be attending opening weekend? If you are a Marvel fan, you will definitely want to!

“Like” IRON MAN 3 on Facebook: www.facebook.com/ironman

 “Follow” IRON MAN 3 on Twitter: @Iron_Man

 Visit the website: http://marvel.com/ironman3

IRON MAN 3 releases in theaters on May 3rd!

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My son has loved Science for as long as I can remember. Every time there was a Science fair, he wanted to participate. He loves it — truly. When I heard about this contest for the new Iron Man 3 movie, I thought — WOW this would be a great project for homeschool families. If your child loves Science, then check out this contest from Discover and Visa!

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Discovery Science Center, Broadcom Foundation and Marvel Studios, along with Visa Signature and the famous El Capitan Theatre in Hollywood, are proud to team up to sponsor a nationwide Marvel’s IRON MAN 3: INVENTOR & INNOVATOR FAIR in conjunction with the May 3rd release of Marvel’s “Iron Man 3,” starring Robert Downey Jr.

6th – 9th Grade Students from across the United States are being asked to produce innovative, inventive projects based on themes from Marvel’s “Iron Man 3” —science, technology, engineering and math-related concepts and practices. Marvel’s IRON MAN 3: INVENTOR & INNOVATOR FAIR competition is encouraging students to submit projects that align with the National Academy of Engineering’s (NAE) Grand Challenges for EngineeringTM.

The 12 finalists of the Marvel’s IRON MAN 3: Inventor and InnovatOR Fair will win a trip to Southern California, provided by Visa Signature. The trip includes a behind-the-scenes tour of Disney Studios, a meeting with Disney Imagineers, a trip to Disneyland, a visit to Discovery Science Center and more!

For more information, rules and how to apply, visit www.discoverycube.org/ironman3

 

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How cool is it that just a few short weeks ago, I got to walk on the Hollywood Stars?

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The stars are the coolest thing ever. We were trying to hurry to the event, so I did not get to read a bunch of the names, so hoping when I go back to L.A. one day, I can take a bit and sight see some.

I heard about someone else getting to walk the stars, only he wasn’t just getting to walk — he was actually receiving his very own Hollywood star! James Franco definitely deserves it. He is an amazing actor and can pretty much play any part thrown at him.

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How cute does he look? He is so proud and I am too! Way to go James!!

Download Oz Activity Sheets

Here are some really neat activity sheets that you can download to go with the Oz the Great and Powerful movie.

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“Like” OZ THE GREAT & POWERFUL on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/ozthegreatandpowerful

 “Follow” OZ THE GREAT & POWERFUL on Twitter: https://twitter.com/disneyozmovie

 Visit the website: http://www.disney.com/thewizard

 

OZ THE GREAT AND POWERFUL is now in theaters!

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While I was in California, I got to get a longer sneak peek than most at the new Iron Man 3 movie. OMG! I am telling you — this is going to be THE best Iron Man 3 movie yet. I cannot wait until May 3rd.

Here are a few of the newest posters. I think my favorite is this one of Pepper. You can just feel her love for Iron Man.

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How about this one of Tony as Iron Man. From the looks of things — it looks like he might have some back up in the newest movie!!!

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Looks like the best friend puts on a suit too. This is getting very, very exciting.

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And of course, you got the bad guys and other key players in this year’s action packed Marvel thriller!

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Newest trailer now available

You want to see some real great footage from the movie? Definitely check out this new trailer. Be prepared to be on the edge of your seat.

 

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June cannot get here soon enough for me! I am totally excited to see Monsters University and laugh along with Sulley and Mike all over again. Here is the newest poster that is out regarding the film.

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All of your favorite characters are back to play in the newest Disney movie set to hit the big screen on June 21st. I don’t know about you, but that adorable little purple monster on the sign has my attention. I bet he is gonna be hilarious in the movie!

Will you be going to see Monsters University?

“Like” MONSTERS UNIVERSITY on Facebook: http://facebook.com/PixarMonstersUniversity

 “Follow” Disney/Pixar on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/DisneyPixar

 Visit the website: http://www.Disney.com/MonstersU

MONSTERS UNIVERSITY releases in theaters on June 21st!

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I had so much fun at the premier of Oz the Great and Powerful last week! I can’t wait for you to see it. In fact, this is one of my favorite scenes of the movie — the travel by bubble scene!

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I honestly think it would be super cool to ride in a bubble :) Something special happens during this moment that gives Oscar Diggs some clarity about who he is. Not sure if everyone picked up on it during the movie, but I did. If you want to know what I’m talking about, then you need to make plans to go and see the movie on March 8th!!

Here is the newest trailer! Hope you enjoy :)

 

 

OZ THE GREAT AND POWERFUL lands in theaters on March 8th!

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You could see it from a mile away as we approached the Red Carpet Wednesday evening. The blue of the balloon was vibrant and standing tall and proud as it let everyone know that the show was about to begin!

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Seeing the balloon floating proudly in the air was exhilarating. There is just something about a hot air balloon– especially for Oz the Great and Powerful that makes the movie come to life.

As we got closer to the entrance of the El Capitan theater, I began to see the full size of the balloon. This was not some back drop for a green screen — NO this was the real deal, a hot air balloon specifically made for this particular Disney movie.

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The balloon was so amazing that even James Franco himself had to test out the balloon! Uhm — hello! I want to ride too :)

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On Valentine’s Day, we got an up close and personal look at the beautiful Oz balloon. I learned that it took over 1800 yards of fabric and 5 miles of thread to create this beauty. It’s creator told me that no basket is exactly the same. These balloons that are created for the Disney movies are so unique and stunning — you just have to see one for yourself.

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I think the balloon has been one of the highlights of my trip. Now — if we can just get them to take us all up, we would love them forever!

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You think we will all fit?

I was sent on a Disney press trip to cover the Red Carpet premier of Oz the Great and Powerful. All opinions listed are my own.

 

 

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Find Your Way to Oz is an interactive journey inspired by Sam Raimi’s latest feature film, Oz The Great and Powerful.

Built using advanced web technologies, this Chrome Experiment will take you through a dusty Kansas circus to the vibrant land of Oz. Take a look around – nothing is as it seems.

Can you find your way to Oz?

 

Click HERE to visit the site and see if you can find Oz!

Like any good circus, there’s plenty to keep you entertained: compose your own music, play with a fun photo booth and create your own movie with a zoetrope. The path to Oz also involves confronting an ominous tornado; surviving it completes the journey, enabling fans of the movie to watch an exclusive unreleased clip from the film.

Chrome Experiments like “Find Your Way to Oz” would have been impossible a few years ago. Since that time, the web has evolved and allowed developers and designers to create immersive beautiful experiences. For “Find Your Way to Oz” the 3D environment was built entirely with new technologies such as WebGL and CSS3. It’s enhanced by rich audio effects thanks to the Web Audio Application Programming Interface (API). The photo booth and zoetrope were built using the getUserMedia feature of WebRTC, which grants webpages access to your computer’s camera and microphone (with your permission).

For the best experience, you’ll need to use an up-to-date computer built to handle intense graphics. It also works best with a webcam and a modern browser that supports WebGL and WebRTC, like Chrome. The experience also works best on For tablet or smartphone users, we have a smaller scale yet equally enjoyable experience that you can try with the latest Chrome browser on your Android device, iPhone or iPad.

If you want to learn more, or run away and join the developer circus, you can get an explanation of the technologies used on the Chromium blog or in Google’s technical case study.

Start your journey towards the yellow brick road at www.findyourwaytooz.com.

“Like” OZ THE GREAT & POWERFUL on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/ozthegreatandpowerful

 “Follow” OZ THE GREAT & POWERFUL on Twitter: https://twitter.com/disneyozmovie

 Visit the website: http://www.disney.com/thewizard

OZ THE GREAT AND POWERFUL lands in theaters on March 8th!

I am being provided an all expenses paid trip by Disney for the #DisneyOzEvent Press Junket. All opinions listed are my own.

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I love the Muppets so much! When I got this email yesterday I was SO excited to share it with you. Looks like the Muppets are at it again. I grew up on this show, so anytime I see that Disney is bringing them back to the big screen, I want to hug their necks! Here are the first look images for Muppets Again.

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This picture above makes me SO happy because I love Ricky Gervais. He is so funny :)

About the Muppets…Again

Disney’s “The Muppets …Again!” takes the entire Muppets gang on a global tour, selling out grand theaters in some of Europe’s most exciting destinations, including Berlin, Madrid and London. But mayhem follows the Muppets overseas, as they find themselves unwittingly entangled in an international crime caper headed by Constantine—the World’s Number One Criminal and a dead ringer for Kermit—and his dastardly sidekick Dominic, aka Number Two, portrayed by Ricky Gervais. The film stars Tina Fey as Nadya, a feisty prison guard, and Ty Burrell as Interpol agent Jean Pierre Napoleon.

Disney’s “The Muppets … Again!” is directed by James Bobin and produced by David Hoberman and Todd Lieberman. Bobin co-wrote the screenplay with Nicholas Stoller, who is also executive producer with John Scotti. Featuring music from Academy Award®-winning songwriter Bret McKenzie, “The Muppets … Again!” hits the big screen March 21, 2014.

Starring Ricky Gervais, Ty Burrell and Tina Fey, Disney’s “The Muppets … Again!” takes the entire Muppets gang on a global tour where they find themselves unwittingly entangled in an international crime caper.

Connect with Muppets…Again

“Like” The Muppets on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Muppets

“Follow” The Muppets on Twitter:@MuppetsStudio

“Follow” Miss Piggy on Twitter: @RealMissPiggy

THE MUPPETS…AGAIN! releases in theaters on March 21, 2014!

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If you missed the superbowl commercials for Disney’s newest movies, never fear! You can see them right here. I totally enjoyed them. I know you will too.

Oz the Great and Powerful

Be sure to follow all the news on Twitter for the #disneyozevent while I’m on my trip. You can also follow them at @disneypictures using the hashtag #disneyoz.

Oz lands in theaters on March 8th!

Iron Man 3

Be sure to follow all the news on Twitter  @disneypictures using the hashtag #ironman3

Iron Man 3 soars into theaters on May 3rd!

The Lone Ranger

Be sure to follow all the news on Twitter  @disneypictures using the hashtag #loneranger

The Lone Ranger rides into theaters on May 3rd.

Check out the new Iron Man 3 Posters Available

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Last night for the first time in my life, I watched the Superbowl. I was bound and determined to find out what all the fuss was about, and because I wanted to see all the Disney extended previews for Oz. Iron Man 3, and Lone Ranger (more about that in another post). What I did not expect was to fall head over heels in love with the Dodge superbowl commercial on being a farmer.

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A friend on Facebook said it SO well that I thought I would share his exact words here:

I said last night that this commercial makes me want to be a farmer…..but I don’t even mow my own lawn, so I got some stuff to learn. This is such an amazing piece of advertising. Thank you Dodge for not using naked girls, sex, skin, stupidness or any other cheap ploy to sell your product. Whoever you hired to make this commercial, give them a raise….and NEVER hire anyone else. ~ Brad Deason

I love commercials that are clean and wholesome and have a great point behind it and not just selling something. This commercial was by far my favorite. I’ve always loved Paul Harvey and to hear his voice again after a few years brought back some wonderful memories for me as I watched and listened.

The two-minute spot featured a series of beautiful photos of farmers at work. Along with the photos, Harvey delivered  his “So God Made a Farmer” speech, which he gave in 1978 at the National Future Farmers of America Convention.

If you have yet to see it, watch it now. You will love it as well.

Well done Dodge — well done!

 

 

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