Where the Crawdads Sing | Own It on Digital and BluRay

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Where the Crawdads Sing

By Erin
Where the Crawdads Sing DVD

From the best-selling novel comes a captivating mystery. Where the Crawdads Sing tells the story of Kya, an abandoned girl who raised herself to adulthood in the dangerous marshlands of North Carolina. For years, rumors of the “Marsh Girl” haunted Barkley Cove, isolating the sharp and resilient Kya from her community. Drawn to two young men from town, Kya opens herself to a new and startling world; but when one of them is found dead, she is immediately cast by the community as the main suspect. As the case unfolds, the verdict as to what actually happened becomes increasingly unclear, threatening to reveal the many secrets that lie within the marsh. Where the Crawdads Sing is on digital now and own it on Blu-Ray and DVD on September 13th!

BONUS MATERIALS 

  • Adapting a Phenomenon: Explore the journey of bringing the best-selling novel to life as told by the cast and filmmakers of Where The Crawdads Sing.
  • Creating the World: When a book is as beloved as Where The Crawdads Sing, the details of the world are everything.  Hear firsthand from the designers and artists that translated those images to the screen.
  • Women in Focus: From its captivating central character, Kya, crafted by author Delia Owens to the incredible team of women at the helm of the film adaptation, this piece is a testament to the strength, determination and resilience of women both onscreen and behind the scenes.
  • 14 Deleted & Extended Scenes: See more of the marsh, mystery and magic in this collection of deleted and extended scenes.
  • Lyric Video: “Carolina” by Taylor Swift

CAST AND CREW

Directed By: Olivia Newman  

Screenplay By: Lucy Alibar 

Produced by: Reese Witherspoon, Lauren Neustadter 

Executive Producers: Rhonda Fehr, Betsy Danbur

Cast: Daisy Edgar-Jones, Taylor John-Smith, Harris Dickinson, Michael Hyatt, Sterling Macer Jr. and David Strathairn 

SPECS

Run Time: 125 minutes

Rating: This film is rated PG-13 by the Motion Picture Association for the following reasons: sexual content and some violence including a sexual assault.

Blu-ray™: Feature: 1080p High Definition 2.39:1 | Audio: 5.1 Dolby Digital
DVD: Feature: 2.39:1 Anamorphic Widescreen | Audio: 5.1 Dolby Digital

FOR MORE INFORMATION 

Twitter: @CrawdadsMovie

Instagram: @Crawdadsmovie

Facebook: facebook.com/CrawdadsMovie

Hashtag: #CrawdadsMovie

Minions: The Rise of Gru

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Minions: The Rise of Gru

By Erin

Your favorite Minions are BACK! The biggest global animated franchise in history adds an all-new laugh-out-loud gru-vy movie in Illumination’s MINIONS: THE RISE OF GRU, available to own with over 60 minutes of despicably entertaining bonus features on Digital, 4K UHD, Blu-rayTM and DVD now from Universal Pictures Home Entertainment. With even more frolic and fun than ever before from the world’s most irresistible Minions, fans get a chance to learn the comedy-filled origin story of how Gru and the Minions became the world’s most villainous team! Jam-packed with exclusive bonus content, this Collector’s Edition includes two all-new mini movies, hilarious outtakes, a how-to draw (& animate) lesson with co-director Brad Ableson and tons of activities the whole family can enjoy.

Long before he becomes the master of evil, Gru is just a 12-year-old boy in 1970s suburbia, plotting to take over the world from his basement. When the infamous supervillain group, the Vicious 6, ousts their leader, Gru attempts to join their ranks but soon finds himself the mortal enemy of the apex of evil. With Gru on the run, the Minions attempt to learn martial arts to help save him, and Gru discovers that even bad guys need a little help from their friends. Packed with the franchise’s signature subversive humor, MINIONS: THE RISE OF GRU features more thrilling action than any Despicable Me film ever before!

The film is written and directed by Kyle Balda (Minions, Despicable Me 3, The Lorax), co-directed by Brad Ableson (“Minions Holiday Special”) and Jonathan del Val (the Secret Life of Pets 2), and co-written by Matthew Fogel (The Lego Movie 2: The Second Part) and Brian Lynch (Minions, The Secret Life of Pets), starring Steve Carell, Pierre Coffin, Taraji P. Henson, Lucy Lawless, Dolph Lundgren, Danny Trejo, Jean-Claude Van Damme, Julie Andrews, and Alan Arkin. The original score was created by Heitor Pereira.

With the purchase of MINIONS RISE OF GRU on disc or digital, fans are eligible to earn points towards digital movies via the Universal All-Access Rewards program. Redeem points for digital movies, swag and more!  For registration and details please visit www.MyUniversalRewards.com. 

BONUS FEATURES on 4K UHD, BLU-RAYTM, DVD AND DIGITAL for your collection:

  • POST MODERN MINIONS (MINI MOVIE) – Experience one Minion’s rise and fall as an artistic genius when he sneaks into a 1970’s post-modern art gallery with a fellow Minion and unintentionally creates an explosive new art form that is declared by a snooty art critic as the greatest art he’s ever seen. When the critic moves onto the next new artist, our Minion tries everything to get back in the spotlight, which accidentally leads to his next unexpected career. 
  • MINIONS AND MONSTERS (MINI MOVIE) – Follow a newbie Minion as he joins three more experienced Minions in playing a 1970’s fantasy role-playing game. After struggling to gain the skills needed to master the game, the newbie unexpectedly rises to the occasion and saves the day, earning him the magical crown and the appreciation of his buddies.
  • EXTENDED SCENE
  • OUTTAKES
  • CHARACTER PROFILES
    • GRU
    • WILD KNUCKLES
    • BELLE BOTTOM
    • MASTER CHOW
    • THE VICIOUS 6
    • BIKER
  • GRU-VY ANIMATION – Join Steve Carell and the directors as they take us through the animation process. From Concept Art, through Storyboards and on to the Final Film, with every Gru-vy step in between explained in fun and fascinating detail.
  • THE ’70S – FASHION, FOOD & FUNK – A behind the scenes look at the 1970’s through the lens of MINIONS: THE RISE OF GRU.  From fashion to music, cultural phenomenon and back – the cast and filmmakers are bringing the 1970’s to a whole new generation.
  • MINION MARTIAL ARTS – In this 1970s inspired martial arts movie throwback, we hear from the film’s directors about their inspiration, how they created authenticity in animation, the role the many martial artists in the cast played to bring it to life and how you teach a Minion to fight.
  • HOW TO DRAW (& ANIMATE) WITH BRAD ABLESON – Co-director Brad Ableson shows us how to draw all of our favorite characters.
    • MINION
    • YOUNG GRU
    • KUNG FU STUART
  • LAIR FLAIR: MAKE YOUR OWN MINION HIDEOUT – The Minions aren’t the only ones who can build a secret lair — now you can, too! (And yours doesn’t have to be built under Gru’s bed.)
    • THE LAIR
    • DISCO BUBBLES
    • JET PACK
  • SUPER STYLE SHOP – The Minion uniform of overalls and goggles is timeless. Simple yet functional. But sometimes Minions have a casual day out and can abandon their work attire for something more fashionable. Here’s how can create fresh new fashion for YOUR Minions!
    • BELL BOTTOMS AND BANDANA
    • FRINGE VEST AND CHUNKY NECKLACE

This is one hilarious Minion adventure your family will want in your home movie collection!

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Facebook: @minions

Twitter: @minions

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#Minions #TheRiseofGru

Cinnamon Roll Apple Pie

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Cinnamon Roll Apple Pie

By Erin

It’s about that time of year again! Apple picking time! What do you make with all of your apples? Apple pie of course! Enjoy all the flavors of a warm apple pie this fall and surprise guests with a cinnamon roll twist on this traditional fall treat. Inspired by the favorite breakfast pastry, leftover pie makes a great breakfast the next day. Save time by using store-bought crust and cinnamon roll dough.

Ingredients

5 Cups Chopped Apple, peeled (Honeycrisp or Granny Smith Apples are best)

3 tablespoons sugar

3 tablespoons flour

2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

¼ teaspoon kosher salt

1/4 cup bourbon

2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cubed

1 pre-made pie crust

1 package of cinnamon rolls

Cinnamon Icing

1 Cup powdered sugar

1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

1-3 tablespoons whole milk

1 disposable piping bag

Directions

Preheat oven to 450 degrees and spray a 9 inch deep pie dish with baking spray.

In medium bowl, mix together the apples, sugar, flour, cinnamon, salt, and bourbon and mix together.

Unroll the pie crust, and place into a 9 inch deep pie pan.

Pour the apple mixture into the pie shell.

Place the butter over the apple mixture.

Place pie onto a cookie sheet.

Bake in the oven for 15 minutes at 450 and then bring the oven temp down to 350 degrees, continue baking for 30-45 minutes or until the center is set and the edges are a nice golden brown.

Remove from oven and allow to rest for 15 minutes.

Remove cinnamon rolls from can and place onto a parchment lined cookie sheet.

Following the directions on the pan, bake the cinnamon rolls as recommended.

Once they are baked, allow to cool for 5 minutes before placing them onto the top of the apple pie.

Cinnamon Icing Directions

Using a small bowl, whisk all ingredients together until combined and smooth.

Pour into a piping bag.

Cut the tip and drizzle the icing over the pie.

Cut and serve!

Enjoy!