The Mallard family is embarking on a journey, and here’s your comprehensive guide to Illumination’s Migration before its highly-anticipated theatrical release. Illumination, renowned for its endearing characters and heartwarming tales, is set to enchant audiences once again with its upcoming animated film, Migration. Scheduled for release in December, this film follows in the footsteps of […]
Jack Black has expressed his eagerness to flex his vocal cords once again if a sequel to The Super Mario Bros. Movie gets the green light. In a recent appearance on the Variety Awards Circuit Podcast, Black, who voices the character Bowser in the animated film, shared his enthusiasm for reprising his role but admitted […]
Classic Disney movies, despite their timeless charm, contain elements that would face significant challenges with today’s more discerning audience. Over eight decades of movie-making, Disney has encountered controversy due to problematic storylines, racial stereotypes, and inaccurate historical representations. As societal values and expectations have evolved, some aspects of these beloved classics now appear out of […]
“Ratatouille” (2007): Theme: Linguini, a garbage boy, dreams of becoming a chef. Hard Work Triumphs: Despite lacking culinary expertise, Linguini’s dedication and perseverance lead him to master the art of cooking under the guidance of Remy, the rat. “Cars” (2006): Theme: Lightning McQueen, a rookie race car, learns the value of teamwork. Hard Work Triumphs: […]
Nintendo’s strategic decision to expand its intellectual properties (IPs) into the realm of animated movies, particularly following the resounding success of The Super Mario Bros. Movie, marks a pivotal moment that could potentially reshape the landscape of animated filmmaking. The collaboration between Nintendo and Illumination, especially for the forthcoming franchise, including The Super Mario Bros. […]
Pixar’s films, “Soul,” “Luca,” and “Turning Red,” originally bypassed theatrical runs due to the COVID-19 pandemic, resorting to streaming releases. Despite receiving critical acclaim and developing audiences, their absence from theaters may have impacted their recognition. While other animated Disney films like “Encanto” and “Raya and the Last Dragon” played in theaters, these Pixar gems […]
Pixar has recently unveiled plans to screen three of its originally streaming films in theaters in 2024 in an attempt to reverse declining box office numbers. However, this strategy might be too little too late for the animation giant. In recent years, Pixar films have faced challenges and a shift in popularity, especially after movies […]
During the summer of 2013, six animated or live-action/animated hybrid films were set to compete at the box office. This seemed like a healthy competition among major players, with 20th Century Fox releasing “Epic,” Pixar offering “Monsters University,” Universal presenting “Despicable Me 2,” Dreamworks launching “Turbo,” Sony releasing “The Smurfs 2,” and Disney bringing forth […]
DreamWorks Animation and 20th Century Fox’s film “The Boss Baby” has achieved a significant milestone by surpassing $400 million at the global box office. The movie, featuring Alec Baldwin, demonstrated remarkable resilience and maintained steady legs, starting with a $50 million debut five weeks ago. Notably, it continues to hold a surprisingly sturdy theater count, […]
5 DreamWorks Movies That Aged Well: Shrek (2001): Why It Aged Well: “Shrek” has stood the test of time due to its innovative blend of humor, memorable characters, and a satirical take on fairy tales. Its universal themes and cultural references still resonate with audiences. How to Train Your Dragon (2010): Why It Aged Well: […]