NEW CLIP from That's What I Am - In Theaters This Friday

Official Synopsis:

Set in California against the backdrop of the mid-sixties, That’s What I Am is a coming-of-age story that follows 12-year-old Andy Nichol (Chase Ellison), a bright student who, like most kids his age, will do anything to avoid conflict for fear of suffering overwhelming ridicule and punishment from his junior high school peers.

Everyone’s favorite teacher, Mr. Simon (Ed Harris), pairs Andy with the school’s biggest outcast and social pariah, Stanley aka “Big G” (Alexander Walters), on a critical school project. Sporting thick orange hair, a head too big for his body and ears too big for his head, “Big G” has been the object of ridicule since grade school. Before long, Andy will learn that there was truly a method behind Mr. Simon’s madness as to why he teamed these two up.

After a dramatic incident in the schoolyard, teachers and parents rethink their roles in school and society. Principal Kelner (Amy Madigan) suspends a school bully for brutally beating up a female classmate. The vindictive father of the bully makes Mr. Simon the target of a malicious rumor about his sexuality, causing Mr. Simon to question his calling as an educator and mentor to his students.

When Andy watches “Big G” fearlessly confront the school bully about the incident, a series of events are triggered. Much to Andy’s surprise, he learns that “Big G” is a brilliant, kind, tolerant human being, who as more dignity than anyone Andy has ever encountered.

Big G personifies Mr. Simon’s four word answer on how to obtain world peace:

HUMAN DIGNITY + COMPASSION = PEACE.

 
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HOODWINKED TOO!: HOOD VS EVIL IN 3D - In Theaters Today!

SYNOPSIS
From the team that brought you HOODWINKED, the comedic portrayal of the fairy tale Red Riding Hood, comes the all-new animated family comedy HOODWINKED TOO!  HOOD VS.  EVIL in 3D.  The sequel finds our heroine, Red (Hayden Panettiere), training with a mysterious covert group called the Sisters of the Hood.  But Red is forced to cut her training short when she gets an urgent call from Nicky Flippers (David Ogden Stiers), who returns as head of the super-secret Happily Ever After Agency, aka the HEA.  A wicked witch (Joan Cusack) has abducted two innocent children, Hansel (Bill Hader) and Gretel (Amy Poehler), and Nicky needs Red for the search-and-rescue mission.    Of course, what is a sequel without guest stars from the original?  Thankfully, Granny (Glenn Close) and the rest of the HOODWINKED gang—including the ever-clueless Wolf (Patrick Warburton) and his over-caffeinated little partner, Twitchy (Cory Edwards), join Red to solve the forest’s latest caper.  Fracturing fairy tales and pop culture with good-natured glee, HOODWINKED  TOO!  HOOD vs. EVIL in 3D takes viewers on a rollicking rollercoaster ride combining edge-of-the-seat adventure with classic, zany cartoon antics. 

HOODWINKED TOO! HOOD VS. EVIL in 3D features the voices of Hayden Panettiere, Glenn Close, Joan Cusack, Bill Hader, Amy Poehler, David Alan Grier, Andy Dick, Brad Garrett, Martin Short, Patrick Warburton, Cheech Marin and Tommy Chong.  It is directed by Mike Disa and written by Cory Edwards, Tony Leech, Todd Edwards and Mike Disa.   The producers are  Maurice Kanbar and Joan Collins Carey.

CASTHayden Panettiere, Glenn Close, Joan Cusack, Bill Hader, Amy Poehler, David Alan Grier, Andy Dick, Brad Garrett, Martin Short, Patrick Warburton, Cheech Marin, Tommy Chong.

DIRECTORMike Disa

WRITTEN BYCory Edwards, Tony Leech, Todd Edwards, Mike Disa

PRODUCERSMaurice Kanbar, Joan Collins Carey

RELEASE DATEApril 29, 2011

RATING
PG

OFFICIAL SITE
 http://www.hoodwinkedtoomovie.com

TWITTER
http://twitter.com/hoodwinked_2

FACEBOOK
 http://www.facebook.com/hoodwinkedtoo
 

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DVD Review - Goodnight Justice

About the DVD

Luke Perry and Jason Priestley worked together on the legendary 90's TV show "Beverly Hills, 90210," and in GOODNIGHT FOR JUSTICE, an acclaimed Western which premiered on the Hallmark Channel in January 2011, they reunite for the very first time with Priestley behind the camera and Perry in the lead role.

John Goodnight (Perry) has a crystal clear memory of the day that his family fell victim to ruthless outlaws. Years later, after he’s named a circuit judge of the Western Territories, Goodnight must choose between justice and revenge when the same outlaws return to terrorize his lands. 

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

Luke Perry and Jason Priestley last worked together on the legendary 90's teen soap "Beverly Hills, 90210," but in GOODNIGHT FOR JUSTICE, an acclaimed Western which premiered on the Hallmark Channel in January 2011 they reunite for the very first time with Priestley behind the camera and Perry in the lead.

John Goodnight (Perry) has a crystal clear memory of the day that his family fell victim to ruthless outlaws. He and the wife of Circuit Judge Aldous Shaw were the only survivors of the attack; she would become his foster mother.  Goodnight cannot forget the corrupt man who destroyed his family and he lives for a second chance encounter with the outlaw.  Years later, after he’s named a circuit judge of the Western Territories, Goodnight must choose between justice and revenge when the same outlaws return to terrorize his lands.

CAST/CREW

• Luke Perry (“Beverly Hills, 90210”, Buffy the Vampire Slayer)
• Lara Gilchrist (“Battlestar Galactica”, The Seamstress)
• Melanie Papalia (Postal, American Pie Presents: The Book of Love)
• Michael Teigen (TRON: Legacy, Nightwatching)
• Director Jason Priestley (Tombstone, “Beverly Hills 90210”)

BONUS FEATURES

·         New filmed interview with Luke Perry and Jason Priestley

My Take on the DVD
This movie was a pretty good western movie. I didn't know what to expect when I saw the cast, but in watching this I was impressed by the acting and cinematography. There are some aspects that are a bit over-the-top, but what movie isn't this way in some parts. I did enjoy the movie and was not tempted to be distrated within the movie itself. Instead I did stay throughout and was engaged. Some of the acting is just ok, but there were other performances that were reasonable. While this is not another True Grit or Tombstone, it was enjoyable and for anyone who likes westerns, I think you will be dually impressed. 

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African Cats” Motion Picture Opens on Earth Day, April 22, 2011

“African Cats” is still more than two weeks from opening on Earth Day, but moviegoers have already bought $1.7 million in tickets to see the movie during its opening week (April 22-28) and save the African savanna in the process. Thanks to the “See ‘African Cats,’ Save the Savanna” initiative, Disneynature’s pledge to make a contribution in honor of everyone who sees the film opening week already translates to more than 9,500 acres of land within Kenya’s Amboseli Wildlife Corridor—and that number continues to rise.

“We are very impressed with the passion people are showing for ‘African Cats’—advance ticket sales for this film have surpassed both ‘Earth’ and ‘Oceans’ at this stage of the game, which shows how excited moviegoers are for both the movie and the ‘Save the Savanna’ initiative,” said Alan Bergman, president, The Walt Disney Studios. “The Amboseli Corridor is an essential passage utilized by so many animals in the African savanna. The advance ticket sales so far will allow Disneynature with African Wildlife Foundation’s assistance to conserve more than 9,500 acres of this passage—which equates to 19 Disney’s Animal Kingdoms, or nearly two-thirds the size of Manhattan—and we still have two weeks till opening day.”

“The ‘See “African Cats,” Save the Savanna’ program transforms the moviegoing experience into tangible on-the-ground conservation action. The commitment of Disneynature combined with the passion of moviegoers will raise critical funds to conserve the land that the magnificent species featured in ‘African Cats’ call home,” said Dr. Patrick Bergin, CEO, African Wildlife Foundation. “Through this amazing collaboration, we celebrate our 50th Anniversary together with Disneynature and all the people who are helping establish the Amboseli Wildlife Corridor.”

“See ‘African Cats,’ Save the Savanna” continues Disneynature’s conservation efforts, which began with its first release, “Earth” (2009), for which three million trees were planted in Brazil’s Atlantic Forest. The program in support of “Oceans” (2010) helped establish 40,000 acres of marine protected areas in The Bahamas, which contain miles of vital coral reef.

“SEE ‘AFRICAN CATS,’ SAVE THE SAVANNA”

During the film’s opening week (April 22-28), a portion of the proceeds from that week’s ticket sales will be donated to the African Wildlife Foundation (AWF) through the Disney Worldwide Conservation Fund to ensure the future of lions, cheetahs, elephants, zebras, giraffes and a host of other animals in the vibrant African savanna. The AWF will be working to protect the Amboseli Wildlife Corridor, a passage between the Amboseli, Tsavo West and Chyulu Hills National Parks that is frequently used by a variety of wildlife.

The film, which will be released in theaters worldwide, opens in North America on April 22, 2011. Tickets for groups of 20 or more are already available in the United States by calling 1-888-DISNEY6. Tickets are also available online at www.disney.com/africancats.

There are also a number of innovative online efforts underway that allow moviegoers to pledge their commitment to the film and in doing so, support the cause.

·         Like Disneynature on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/Disneynature

·         Pledge to see “African Cats” on Eventful: http://eventful.com/africancats

·         Join the “African Cats” grassroots community and donate to the African Wildlife Foundation on Causes: http://www.causes.com/africancats

·         Buy tickets through Disney Tickets Together: http://apps.facebook.com/ticketstogether/

ABOUT THE MOVIE

An epic true story set against the backdrop of one of the wildest places on Earth, “African Cats” captures the real-life love, humor and determination of the majestic kings of the savanna. Narrated by Oscar®-nominated actor Samuel L. Jackson, the story features Mara, an endearing lion cub who strives to grow up with her mother’s strength, spirit and wisdom; Sita, a fearless cheetah and single mother of five mischievous newborns; and Fang, a proud leader of the pride who must defend his family from a rival lion and his sons. Disneynature brings “The Lion King” to life on the big screen in this True Life Adventure directed by Keith Scholey and Alastair Fothergill (“Earth”). An awe-inspiring adventure blending family bonds with the power and cunning of the wild, “African Cats” leaps into theatres on Earth Day, April 22, 2011. For more information about the movie and the “See ‘African Cats,’ Save the Savanna” initiative, check out Disney.com/AfricanCats.

ABOUT AWF

Founded in 1961, the African Wildlife Foundation (AWF) is a conservation organization focused solely on the African continent. AWF’s programs and conservation strategies are based on sound science and designed to protect both the wild lands and wildlife of Africa and ensure a more sustainable future for Africa’s people. Since its inception AWF has protected endangered species and land, promoted partnerships with the private sector for conservation tourism to benefit local African communities as a means to improve livelihoods, and trained hundreds of African nationals in conservation—all to ensure the survival of Africa’s unparalleled wildlife heritage. AWF is a non-profit organization currently operating in 14 countries across the continent. AWF is a registered 501(c)(3) in the United States. Visit www.awf.org.

ABOUT DISNEYNATURE

Disneynature, the first new Disney-branded film label from The Walt Disney Studios in more than 60 years, was launched in April 2008 to bring the world’s top nature filmmakers together to share a wide variety of wildlife subjects and stories with theatrical audiences. “Earth” (opening Earth Day 2009) was the first film to premiere domestically under the new label, and garnered a record-breaking opening weekend for a nature documentary. Its “Buy a Ticket, Plant a Tree” initiative led to the planting of three million trees in Brazil’s Atlantic Forest. Hitting theaters on April 22, 2010, “Oceans” was the third highest grossing feature-length nature film in history. Its “See ‘Oceans,’ Save Oceans” initiative helped establish 40,000 acres of marine protected area in The Bahamas, preserving essential coral reefs. Walt Disney was a pioneer in wildlife documentary filmmaking, producing 13 True-Life Adventure motion pictures between 1949 and 1960, which earned eight Academy Awards®. For more information about Disneynature, check out disneynature.com like us on Facebook: facebook.com/Disneynature, and follow us on Twitter: twitter.com/Disneynature. For more information about the Disney Worldwide Conservation Fund, please visit Disney.com/conservation.

ABOUT DISNEY WORLDWIDE CONSERVATION FUND

The Disney Worldwide Conservation Fund has advanced Disney's legacy of conservation to inspire people and partnerships to protect the world’s wildlife. To date, the DWCF has granted more than $14 million in 110 countries. DWCF is a Disney initiative to support conservation and animal welfare and is not a US 501(c)(3) public charity. More information about DWCF's efforts for wildlife, wild places and the people linked to their survival, is available at www.disney.com/conservation.

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DVD Review - Little Fockers

About the DVD

The funniest and most entertaining installment of one of the most popular comedic franchises in history, Little Fockers, comes to Blu-ray^™ Combo Pack, DVD, Digital Download and On-Demand April 5, 2011 from Universal Studios Home Entertainment.  For more than a decade, the antics of the extended Focker-Byrnes family have kept audiences laughing and generated combined worldwide movie ticket sales of nearly $1 billion.  Now the latest chapter in this hilarious family saga turns an eye toward another of life’s milestones – raising kids. 

Greg Focker (Ben Stiller) has finally begun to earn the respect of his ex-CIA father-in-law, Jack Byrnes (Academy Award^® winner Robert De Niro) but one important test still lies ahead: can Greg prove that he has what it takes to be the family’s next ‘Godfocker?’   The sequel to the comedy blockbusters Meet the Parents and Meet the Fockers, Little Fockers reunites De Niro (Everybody’s Fine) and Stiller (Night at the Museum franchise) with Oscar^® winners Dustin Hoffman (Kung Fu Panda) and Barbra Streisand (The Prince of Tides), Blythe Danner (Paul), Teri Polo (Beyond Borders) and Owen Wilson (How Do You Know).  Jessica Alba (Machete), Laura Dern (Jurassic Park) and Harvey Keitel (The Piano) also join the cast in the funniest Focker family story yet.

Both the Blu-ray^™ Combo Pack and the DVD are packed with extras, including deleted scenes, a hilarious gag reel, a behind-the-scenes look at the making of Little Fockers and a never-before-seen alternate opening and ending not shown in theaters!  The two-disc Blu-ray^™ Combo Pack offers fans three different ways to catch up with the Focker family.  The set includes a Blu-ray^™ and DVD copy of film; and for a limited time only, a digital copy of the movie that can be viewed on an array of electronic and portable devices anytime, anywhere. 

Not only will Blu-ray^™ purchasers be able to experience Little Fockers in spectacular high definition and with the purest sound available, they can also watch exciting Blu-ray^™ exclusive featurettes with Robert De Niro, Ben Stiller and Owen Wilson.  Blu-ray ^™ consumers can also access MY MOVIES^™, an exclusive feature that allows consumers to stream a bonus movie of their choice instantly to their television through any Internet-connected Blu-ray ^™ player via BD-Live^™ or to their Smartphone and iPad^™ using the free pocket BLU^™ app.  The bonus movie will be available for a limited time only.   

Also available through MY MOVIES^™, Blu-ray ^™ owners can instantly rent a selection of Universal film favorites on their television, Smartphone, computer or iPad^™ including hits such as Meet the Parents, Fast and Furious, Mamma Mia! and Coraline, at a price of $2.99.  Visit UniversalHiDef.com for information on how to get started. 

BONUS FEATURES EXCLUSIVE TO BLU-RAY^TM:

• BLU-RAY^™ EXCLUSIVE FEATURETTES:
• Bob and Ben: Cast members Ben Stiller and Robert De Niro reflect on their history and their characters’ evolution throughout the Meet the Parents trilogy.
• Ben and Owen:  On average, every 1.3 years Owen Wilson and Ben Stiller share the silver screen.  Little Fockers marks their 10th movie together. In this dual interview, Ben and Owen reveal the secrets of their shared success.
• BD-LIVE^™ - Access the BD-Live^™ Center through your Internet-connected player to access the latest trailers and more!
• pocket BLU^™:   The groundbreaking pocket BLU^™ app uses iPhone^®, iPod^® touch, BlackBerry^®, Nokia^® Smartphone, Android^™, PC and Mac^® to work seamlessly with a network-connected Blu-ray^™ player.  Also available on the iPad^®, owners can enjoy a new, enhanced edition of pocket BLU™ made especially to take advantage of the tablet's larger screen and high resolution display.  Consumers will be able to browse through a library of Blu-ray^™ content and watch entertaining extras on-the-go in a way that’s bigger and better than ever before.  pocket BLU^™ offers advanced features such as:
• ADVANCED REMOTE CONTROL: A sleek, elegant new way to operate your Blu-ray^™ player. Users can navigate through menus, playback and BD-Live^™ functions with ease.
• VIDEO TIMELINE:  Users can easily bring up the video timeline, allowing them to instantly access any point in the film.
• MOBILE-TO-GO:  Users can unlock a selection of bonus content with their Blu-ray^™ discs to save to their device or to stream from anywhere there is a Wi-Fi network, enabling them to enjoy content on the go, anytime, anywhere.
• BROWSE TITLES:  Users will have access to a complete list of pocket BLU^™-enabled titles available and coming to Blu-ray^™ Hi-Def.  They can view free previews and see what additional content is available to unlock on their device.
• KEYBOARD:  Entering data is fast and easy with your device’s intuitive keyboard.
• MY MOVIES^™:  Consumers can instantly stream a free bonus movie of their choice or choose to rent a variety of Universal favorites including Meet the Parents, Fast and Furious, Mamma Mia! and Coraline.
• MY SCENES:  Bookmark your favorite scenes from the film.
• uHEAR^™:  Never miss another line of dialogue with this innovative feature that instantly skips back a few seconds on your Blu-ray^™ disc and turns on the subtitles to highlight what you missed.
• DIGITAL COPY:  Viewers can watch Little Fockers for a limited of time on an array of electronic and portable devices.

BLU-RAY^TM and DVD BONUS FEATURES:

• GAG REEL
• DELETED SCENES
• NEVER-BEFORE-SEEN ALTERNATE OPENING AND ENDING
• BEHIND THE SCENES:
• MAKING OF A GODFOCKER: A behind-the-scenes look at Little Fockers.  Everyone’s back in this knock down, drag out third installment of the Meet the Parents Trilogy and this piece brings it all together.  Featuring the return of cast members, Ben Stiller, Robert De Niro, Owen Wilson, Dustin Hoffman, Barbara Streisand, Blythe Danner and Terri Polo and newcomers, Harvey Keitel, Jessica Alba and Laura Dern.    
• BOUT TIME:  A fun behind-the-scenes look at the climatic fight scene where Greg and Jack finally throw down the gloves.

• THE FOCKER FOOT LOCKER:  A string of clips from the film of every time someone utters a version of “Focker.”
• THEATRICAL TRAILERS AND MORE!

SYNOPSIS

Greg Focker (Stiller) has finally begun to earn the respect of his ex-CIA father-in-law, Jack Byrnes (De Niro) but one important test still lies ahead: will Greg prove that he has what it takes to be the family's next 'Godfocker'... or will the circle of trust be broken for good?  Returning co-stars Owen Wilson, Blythe Danner, Teri Polo, Dustin Hoffman and Barbra Streisand are joined by newcomers Jessica Alba, Laura Dern and Harvey Keitel in this hysterical family affair.

CAST AND FILMMAKERS

Cast: Robert De Niro, Ben Stiller, Dustin Hoffman, Barbra Streisand, Owen Wilson, Teri Polo, Blythe Danner, Jessica Alba, Laura Dern, Harvey Keitel

Directed By: Paul Weitz

Screenplay By: John Hamburg, Larry Stuckey (based on characters created by Greg Glienna and Mary Ruth Clarke)

Produced By: Robert De Niro, John Hamburg, Jay Roach, Jane Rosenthal

Executive Producers: Ryan Kavanaugh, Daniel Lupi, Meghan Lyvers, Andrew Miano, Nancy Tenenbaum

Director of Photography: Remi Adefarasin

Production Designer: William Arnold

Editors: Greg Hayden, Leslie Jones, Myron Kerstein

Music By: Stephen Trask

Costume Designer: Molly Maginnis

My Take on the DVDI have come to like the Focker movies in the past for their fun loving humor as well as the situations that are always introduced that seem to provide a glimpse into the crazy relationships and situations that surround bringing together two differing families.

This movie continues the tradition! What I loved about this was was the added fun of adding in additional kids to the mix. I also liked the the fact that the movie showed some very real situations that I could see many families having. Having kids intensifies the family dynamic as well as the relationships with your extended family, and sometimes this can be both frustrating, humorous, and exasperating. This movie brought this and many other scenarios to the table and lets people see, through a fun outlet, some of the humor in serious situations and even gives couples some ideas of how you might be able to get past some of these issues as well. 

As always, the main characters were great working together. I do not know whether there is another movie in the future, but I would not mind seeing more in the future!

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TANGLED Activities

In anticipation of the March 29th release of TANGLED on Blu-ray & DVD, I wanted to share with you some fun Tangled activities. These include some coloring, matching, word searches, and some other fun activities, enjoy!



Sidekicks




Rapunzel and Flynn






Hair Trouble (Bonus)


Alternate Opening



Naming Pascal


Fun Fact #1


Fun Fact #2




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Dreamworks Theatricals Live The Dream Fly-Away Sweepstakes Opportunity

DreamWorks Theatricals invites you to enter their LIVE THE DREAM FLY-AWAY SWEEPSTAKES by March 3. Three winners and three guests of each will be taken on an all-expense paid trip to either LA or NYC where they will have the opportunity to get inside all the madcap madness and fun of either Madagascar Live!,  Shrek the Musical, or, yes -- the world premiere of Kung Fu Panda 2.

The details are below or you can get more to www.dreamworksanimation.com/theatricals for entries.  Rules and regulations about the sweepstakes are available at the link.
                                                                
Hurry – the sweepstakes ends March 3^rd. 

Three lucky grand prize winners will win one of these three packages:

MADAGASCAR LIVE AND ON THE LOOSE IN NEW YORK CITY
- Trip for 4 to New York City
- VIP tickets to see MADAGASCAR LIVE! at Radio City Music Hall from April 15-25, 2011
- A chance to meet Alex and friends backstage
- A goody bag full of fun Madagascar merchandise

SHREK THE MUSICAL IN HOLLYWOOD
- Trip for 4 to Los Angeles
- VIP tickets to see SHREK THE MUSICAL at the Pantages Theatre in July, 2011
- A chance to meet Shrek and the fairytale gang backstage
- A good bag full of great Shrek prizes
- A tour of the DreamWorks Animation campus

THE HOLLYWOOD PREMIER OF KUNG FU PANDA 2
- Trip for 4 to Los Angeles
- Tickets to the KUNG FU PANDA 2 premier this Summer
- A goody bag full of fun DreamWorks merchandise

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New Movie - One Day

ONE DAY

Release: July 8, 2011 (in select theatres)

Story: Adapted from the internationally praised and bestselling novel, “One Day” charts an extraordinary relationship. After only one day together in 1989, Emma Morley (Academy Award nominee Anne Hathaway) and Dexter Mayhew (Jim Sturgess of “Across the Universe”) cannot stop thinking about one another. Over the next twenty years, key moments of their relationship are revealed on the same day – July 15th – of each year. Dex and Em face friendship and fights, hopes and missed opportunities, laughter and tears. And as the true meaning of this one crucial day is revealed, they must come to grips with the nature of love and life itself.

Director: Lone Scherfig (“An Education,” “Italian For Beginners”)

Writers: David Nicholls; Based on his novel

Cast: Anne Hathaway, Jim Sturgess, Patricia Clarkson, Ken Stott, Romola Garai, Jamie Sives, Rafe Spall, Jodie Whittaker

MPAA Rating: Not Yet Rated

One Day official site:

http://www.experienceoneday.com

   

One Day Facebook Page:

http://www.facebook.com/OneDayMovie    

Focus Features’ Twitter Feed:

http://twitter.com/FocusFeatures

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DVD Review - Veggietales: Happy Together

About the DVD
Join Bob, Larry and all your VeggieTales pals for “Happy Together!” Featuring three classic stories about friendship, faith, and family. Plus...funny and touching thoughts from the “Veggie Kids” (as voiced by real children) sharing their perspective on true happiness as only kids can!

Also included are 3 “Happy Songs” from the popular Silly Song series – Pants, Dance of the Cucumber, and Larry Sings the Blues –adding even more happy moments to this fun-filled DVD!
SRP $14.99
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 
My Take on the DVD
My family loves Veggietales and this DVD is no different. With three great episodes that focus on friendships and including great songs this DVD is a great treasure for the whole family. What I like best about these DVDs is that they are so family friendly and provide such a great message to all who watch. Though there is a spiritual focus to these DVDs the message transcends this and encompasses all. All-in-all I would highly recommend this DVD to all!

 
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Mickey Mouse Clubhouse - Minnie's Masquerade

COME JOIN MINNIE, MICKEY AND PALS IN AN ADVENTURE THAT CELEBRATES THEMES 

OF FRIENDSHIP, TEAMWORK, SHARING, PROBLEM SOLVING AND DRESSING-UP 

Just In Time For Valentine’s Day, Disney’s New Preschool DVD 

 Mickey Mouse Clubhouse: Minnie's Masquerade

Debuts February 8th, 2011 

Parents and their preschoolers are invited to join in the ultimate masquerade party with Minnie, Mickey and pals in a fun-filled collection of Mickey Mouse Clubhouse latest episodes that celebrate themes of friendship, teamwork, sharing and problem solving. Mickey Mouse Clubhouse: Minnie’s Masquerade is the perfect gift to dress-up your Valentine’s Day, available on Disney DVD February 8 from Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainment.  

This latest release features four playful Minnie-themed adventures previously seen on the Mickey Mouse 

Clubhouse TV show, a never-before-seen episode, and a free paper mask with festive embellishments that kids can personalize. And as a special option for consumers, Disney has packaged a version of the DVD to include the exclusive Mickey Mote – a child-friendly handheld remote control, shaped like Mickey ears, that takes children’s viewing experience to a whole new level of play. The DVD + Mickey Mote Play Set is the ultimate value for moms and equally fun and engaging for kids! The Mickey Mote uses infrared wireless technology and may not be compatible with all devices. 

Mickey Mouse Clubhouse: Minnie’s Masquerade starring Disney’s Fab Five -- Minnie, Mickey, Donald, Goofy and Daisy – takes viewers on an all new adventure as they dress-up in their favorite costumes for Minnie’s Masquerade Ball.  In this episode, Minnie needs some help getting everything ready for her party including making royal crowns for their costumes, searching for Sir Goofalot’s lost shoe, stringing up paper lanterns and much, much more. At the ball, Professor Von Drake hosts the great Clubhouse Costume Show and gives out prize ribbons to all the friends who have dressed up in some funny and fancy costumes.  All it takes is a heaping helping of imagination…and the right Mouseketools.  

About Disney’s Exclusive Mickey Mote: 

Disney’s Mickey Mote works with any Disney Preschool DVD that includes the Discovery Mode™ feature – an interactive “Watch & Play” feature on the DVD.  All parents have to do is program the remote control - there’s an easy and quick set-up guide in each DVD- and select the Discovery Mode feature on the menu screen.  Within minutes, kids will be easily responding to questions, throughout the story, about scenes they just watched by pressing one of four color-coded buttons on the device -- a yellow star, green circle, orange triangle or blue square – to click in their responses.  Discovery Mode features include two levels of play, which provides more challenging questions as the child grows. 

The Mickey Mote can be used with any Disney Preschool DVD that includes the Discovery Mode feature. To date there are more than 11 titles that can be used with the remote control, just take a look at the back of the package to make sure. 

STREET DATE:  February 8, 2011 

Direct Prebook:  December 14, 2010 

Distributor Prebook:  December 28, 2010 

Suggested Retail Price: Single Disc DVD + Mickey Mote = $29.99 U.S. / $35.99 Canada 

Single Disc DVD = $19.99 U.S. / $24.99 Canada 

Rated:    TV-Y 

    *Bonus materials not rated 

Run Time:   Approximately 120 minutes 

Aspect Ratio: Full screen (1:33:1) 

Sound: Dolby Digital Sound 

Languages: English, Spanish, French 

My Take on the DVD

Entertaining and fun, this DVD has a myriad of different episodes that will just keep your child's attention. My youngest loves Mickey Mouse Clubhouse (we are a Disney Family!) and she has tried the Mickey Mote in the past and loves to be in control of the remote. This DVD also works with the Mickey Mote and engages even young children. I have been amazed at the lessons that Mickey Mouse Clubhouse teaches while keeping the learning light and fun.

Overall, this was a great DVD, and one that I would recommend for any family that is a Disney fan!

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