Celebrating the Toy Story 4 Bluray & DVD Release with Forky!

Celebrating the Toy Story 4 Blu-ray & DVD Release with Forky!

By Nancy & Erin

This summer, Disney and Pixar’s “Toy Story 4” took audiences on a hilarious and heartwarming road trip with Woody, Buzz Lightyear and the whole gang, earning a 98 percent critics rating on Rotten Tomatoes and more than $1 billion at the global box office. Packed with old friends and new faces, the fourth film in the beloved Toy Story series, which leads Woody to an unexpected fork in the road, is on Digital and Movies Anywhere now, and will be on 4K Ultra HD™, Blu-ray™,  and DVD Oct. 8th!

We were lucky enough to be able to attend the interviews of Director Josh Cooley and Producer Mark Nielsen at Mattel.  According to the director and producer, the concept of  Forky came into being by whatever kids play with can come alive, nothing is trash!  The main thought in this story is to be yourself because it only takes one person to see it and make a difference in another child’s life! 

We also got to attend the interviews of Krsiten Schaal (the voice of “Trixie”) and Ally Maki (the voice of “Giggle McDimples”)  They were both full of energy, imagination, and said they were surprised that they got the part.

Claudio De Oliveiria (Pixar Animator) and Ana Ramirez ( Pixar Visual development Artist) were the last but not least to be interviewed.  Claudio said since it is not easy to find sporks, he went to a pizza place to buy pizza to get the sporks they had there.  He went threw quite a few before the team landed on the one.  He said he left a few on their desks so they could play with them and make them move.  He says he had lost his but found it later in another members hands at a meeting.  He knew it was his because it has his name on the bottom of the feet (or ice cream sticks)!  Ana says a lot of sketching is done before the final product is approved. 

Next we got to take a tour of Mattel.  We got to see the Concept art, 3D sculpting, and 3D printing departments.  Everything is computerized and needs a lot of talent to operate.  It was amazing!

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Frozen Fan Fest

Frozen Fan Fest

By Erin


After months of anticipation, retailers around the world are celebrating Frozen Fan Fest as all-new products from Disney’s “Frozen 2” hit shelves. Following a week of epic product reveals – from hundreds of celebrity Frozen fans and social influencers – fans can now get their hands on a wide array of new products spanning toys, apparel, fashion accessories, housewares, tech, books, consumables and more. I had the opportunity to go check out some of the epic product reveals at the Frozen Fan Fest in Hollywood earlier this week. Now, I want all the Frozen things. I will be sharing some of my favorite items with you here.

“This week marks the biggest retail event ever for The Walt Disney Company, giving fans a unique opportunity to connect more deeply with their favorite stories and characters from ‘Frozen 2’,” says Ken Potrock, President, Consumer Products Commercialization. “We can’t wait for fans around the world to experience the newest products, games, books and more tied to these beloved characters and their new adventures.”

I won’t make you wait any longer, that would just be cruel. So here are some of my personal favorites and more details about all the fun Frozen Fan Fest festivities happening this weekend and beyond that you can participate in!

I LOVED the Mary Frances Accessories. I’d love to have one of each of these.

Just in time for Halloween! Your favorite pup can dress up as Olaf! Super cute!

Need some bling? Frost yourself with a variety of fine Frozen jewelry. There are lots of gorgeous options, like these snowflake pendant necklaces.

 Got stocking stuffers? How about these adorable Frozen 2 POP! Figures?

How cute would this be for the whole family to dress up as the Frozen characters for Halloween, even the dog! I love all the detail that went into making all of these beautiful costumes from Disguise. You can find these at Target, Walmart, Spirit Halloween and Amazon.

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Disney’s Aladdin (live-action) and Aladdin Signature Collection on Digital & Blu-Ray Now!

Disney’s Aladdin (live-action) and Aladdin Signature Collection on Digital & Blu-Ray Now!

By Erin

I am sure I am not the only one out there who grew up watching the animated classic Aladdin over and over and over again. I am thrilled that Disney created a  live-action adaptation of Aladdin, and it has now landed in homes on Digital, Movies Anywhere and 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray and DVD! Starring Will SmithNaomi Scott and Mena Massoud, the release includes all new bonus features, such as deleted scenes, a blooper reel and more!

The release of the live-action adventure coincides with the addition of the original animated classic to the highly celebrated Walt Disney Signature Collection, granting Aladdin fans everywhere the opportunity to own both magical movies. In 4K for the first time, the new release features all new bonus content, including alternate endings! We celebrated this release with some JAMS! FIG Jams that is! Special thanks to Disney for this fun little package. 😉 We made some tasty Chicken and Fig Jam Sandwiches with them. They were delicious.

If you’d like to make a sweet treat to wash that down with, try making these Fig jam Cookies! YUM!

Disney’s “Aladdin,” the thrilling and vibrant live-action adaptation of the studio’s animated classic will delight fans of all ages and will enjoy the exciting, humorous tale of the lovable “street rat,” Aladdin (Mena Massoud), courageous and self-determined Princess Jasmine (Naomi Scott) and the larger-than-life Genie (Will Smith) with all-new bonus features. The release of the live-action adventure coincides with the addition of the original animated classic to the highly celebrated Walt Disney Signature Collection  —  granting “Aladdin” fans everywhere the opportunity to own both magical movies.

Extras explore elements of “Aladdin” that audiences adore, from the film’s treasured, iconic award-winning music to its beloved characters and their hilarious antics on and off screen. Viewers get the first look at an all-new song “Desert Moon,” deleted from the final film, written by eight-time Academy Award® winning composer Alan Menken and Oscar®-and Tony Award®-winning songwriters Benj Pasek and Justin Paul (“The Greatest Showman,” “La La Land”). Features document Guy Ritchie’s joyful, easy-going approach to directing that led to movie magic; Will Smith’s fresh take on the infamous shape-shifting blue entity confined to an oil lamp; Naomi Scott’s powerful performance as the spirited princess who yearns to lead the people of Agrabah; and the indescribable feeling of playing Aladdin chronicled personally by Mena Massoud. Deleted scenes and a blooper reel round out the fun.

In addition, early owners of “Aladdin” gain access to exclusive bonus features. Fans who pre-purchase will receive a feature showcasing the making of the massive musical number “Prince Ali,” and those who bring home the film first on Digital will secure an exclusive extra detailing the creation of Jasmine’s new song “Speechless.”

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