Minions: The Rise of Gru
2022 Fall Gift Guide / September 26, 2022

Minion movies are my favorite, and this one was far above the rest.  My kids sat with me, and watched Minions: The Rise of Gru for my birthday.  It was such an awesome day, with an amazing movie. I will never forget this day, or the new Minions movies.  Both made this day a special surprise. If you’ve never watched the Minions movies, now the time to get started, with this super fantastic flick. It’s so great. I will forever cherish this movie.  All the minion movies, I have watched, in the past, with my son.  He’s 11 years old, and we love the Minions, and Gru! We never miss a film with them in it.  Jacob bought me this Blu-ray for my birthday, and since my daughter was here for a visit, 25-year-old, Sarah, we watched it all together. 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,…

Clifford The Big Red Dog was such an adorable Movie
Announcements / February 17, 2022

I really enjoyed watching Clifford.  It was so cute, and worth the watch.  My mom and dad watched, as well, and were pleased with it.  Also, my sister in law watched, and really liked it.  It is worth the watch.  I’ve watched 3 times already.  My 10 year old, son, was intrigued.  He doesn’t remember watching Clifford on tv, when he was young, but I assured him he did. The holidays are about to get a whole lot BIGGER when CLIFFORD THE BIG RED DOG becomes available to purchase on Digital* December 14, 2021 with exclusive, never-before-seen bonus content from Paramount Home Entertainment.  The film will be unleashed on Blu-ray & DVD February 1, 2022, in time for Valentine’s Day. Called “a movie families need right now” (Matt Cohen, “Entertainment Tonight”), CLIFFORD THE BIG RED DOG is the perfect movie for the whole family to cozy up at home and watch during the holidays.  Plus, fans can have twice the fun with a two-movie collection featuring PAW PATROL: THE MOVIE and CLIFFORD THE BIG RED DOG exclusively on Digital together for one pup-tastic price. The Digital* release of CLIFFORD THE BIG RED DOG features supersized and fun-filled bonus content, including a behind-the-scenes tour with the cast, a closer look at the puppeteers…

TROLLS WORLD TOUR arrives on Digital June 23, 2020 and on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-Ray™, and DVD July 7, 2020
Announcements , Dreamworks , Movies / May 19, 2020

  DreamWorks Animation presents TROLLS WORLD TOUR, a music- filled, exciting adventure that’s sure to make the whole family sing, dance, and have fun again and again. Join Poppy, Branch, and the rest of the Trolls in the all-new Dance Party Edition exclusively on Digital June 23, 2020 and on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-Ray™, and DVD July 7, 2020 from Universal Pictures Home Entertainment. The Dance Party Edition includes an interactive dance party mode where viewers are introduced to dance moves to learn while they watch the film, lyrics to sing along, and surprises featuring their favorite characters! This special Dance Party Edition includes bonus content, such as an exclusive original short film starring the unforgettable Tiny Diamond, deleted scenes and behind-the-scenes exclusives with the power-house musical cast of Anna Kendrick, Justin Timberlake, Kelly Clarkson, Mary J. Blige, George Clinton and many more. This fun and entertaining family film is the must-own movie of the summer. This upbeat journey that’s sure to get your feet tapping is brought to life through a star-studded cast including Anna Kendrick (Trolls, Pitch Perfect), Justin Timberlake (Trolls, Friends With Benefits), Kelly Clarkson (Ugly Dolls), Rachel Bloom (“Crazy Ex-Girlfriend,” The Angry Birds Movie 2) and…

Cinderella Anniversary Edition Available on Blu-Ray June 25
2019 Summer Gift Guide / June 23, 2019

You can already enjoy Cinderella on Digital, as of Tuesday, June 18.  But, if you want it on Blu-Ray, or DVD, it’ll be available this coming Tuesday, June 25. This is amazing.  One of my all time favorite Disney Princesses, coming to Blu-Ray, with over 2 hours of bonus footage.  I am in aww.  I have loved Cinderella since a very young age.  Thie is an iconic film, with lots of love by many generations.  My daughter, who is 22, loves Cinderella as well.  We just sat down and watched it the other night.   Cinderella is a story about a young lady, who is taken advantage of by the Step’s- in her life.  She has a fairy godmother, who puffs in a beautiful gown, and sends her to the ball, where her step-sisters are already creeping on the prince.  But, guess what?  In the end, Cinderella shows them.   This is a must watch for the entire family.  My 8 year old, son, was even intrigued.  Which, he hardly sits and watches anything for too long.  That is starting to change since he turned 8, but I think he wanted to be the prince. You can purchase Cinderella, starting…

Now Out on Blu-Ray & DVD: Nancy Drew And The Hidden Staircase
Movies , Reviews / April 3, 2019

***“Warner Bros. Home Entertainment provided me with a free copy of the Blu-ray I reviewed in this Blog Post. The opinions I share are my own.”*** When I was growing up, I loved reading Nancy Drew books.  I’d check one out, in the school library, every library day.  Now, for WB to make a movie, that’s special to me.  My 7 year old, and I, sat down to watch Nancy Drew And The Hidden Staircase just last night.  It was intriguing.  I loved it, and so did he.  “Mystery…has met its match” in this movie.  I can’t wait to watch it again!   The Blu-Ray, DVD & Digital can be found at any store now.  Nancy Drew was released yesterday.  Make sure you go buy yours soon.  You don’t want to miss this.  And, I know the women, who were into Nancy Drew growing up, will love this movie.   Here’s the summary: The iconic mystery solving teenager from the classic Nancy Drew books is back with an all-new feature length film that will keep you guessing until the very end! Warner Bros. Home Entertainment will release Nancy Drew And The Hidden Staircase on Digital starting March 26, 2019 and…

The Original Christmas Specials Collection
2018 Holiday Gift Guide / December 6, 2018

The Blu Ray Disc, Deluxe Edition of  The Original Christmas Specials Collection is wonderful.  It brings back so many memories, and now I’m making those memories with my children.  Even though my daughter is in her 20s, she still loves to sit down and watch these animated flicks with my 7 year old, and me. My favorite has always been Frosty the Snowman, while my daughter’s favorite is The Little Drummer Boy, and Jacob, my 7 year old, well he’s not sure which one he likes most.  We’ve watched this Blu Ray about 15 times already, but I keep wanting to go back for more.  And, it’s so cute, that I’ve ordered one for my best friend’s daughter, for Christmas. There’s tons of bonuses on this Blu Ray, and the discs are inexpensive.  Get yours in time for Christmas. I can never stay up late enough, yes 8pm is late to me, to watch these on tv, so I now have the discs and can watch when we are ready. ‘Tis the season to enjoy the timeless holiday classics in The Original Christmas Specials Collection featuring five unforgettable stories. Produced by Rankin/Bass, Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, Santa Claus is Comin’…

Thor: Ragnarok coming to DVD March 6
Announcements , Movies / January 10, 2018

Marvel Studios’ “Thor: Ragnarok,” electrified both audiences and critics alike and now fans can enjoy the colorful cosmic adventure at home. Fans who bring home the Ultimate Cinematic Universe Edition (4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray + Digital) of “Thor: Ragnarok” will experience all the thunderous action and lightning-fast wit in stunning 4K Ultra HD with next-generation high dynamic range (HDR) visuals and Dolby Atmos immersive audio. Exclusive, never-before-seen bonus features include deleted scenes; hilarious outtakes; an exclusive short: part three of the mockumentary “Team Thor,” retitled “Team Darryl” and featuring an eccentric new roommate; the evolution of MCU’s heroes culminating in “Avengers: Infinity War;” numerous making-of featurettes which explore the unique vision of director Taika Waititi; the story’s unstoppable women; the effortlessly charismatic Korg; the tyrannical leader of Sakaar, the Grandmaster; and the film’s comic-book origins;  audio commentary by Waititi; and more. The action, humor, drama and spectacle, bursts into homes Digitally in HD and 4K Ultra HD™, and Movies Anywhere, on Feb. 20 and on 4K Ultra HD™, Blu-ray™, DVD and On-Demand on March. 6.    

My Little Pony The Movie
2017 Holiday Gift Guide , kids , Movies , Reviews / December 22, 2017

I received the My Little Pony Movie last night.  And, though I have a 6 year old, boy, he sat down and watched it.  He loved it.  I can’t believe how cute it was.  Like the box says, “Discover a different breed of hero”. This cartoon has an all star voice over.  Including:  Emily Blunt, Kristin Chenoweth, Michael Pena, and more! The story is truly cute.  They make new friends along the way, and have exciting challenges to complete. Right now, it’s available on Digital, and on January 9, it’ll be available on Blu-ray/DVD. When a dark force threatens Ponyville, the Mane 6 go on a journey beyond Equestria to save their beloved home and they meet new friends and exciting challenges along the way.   Directed by “My Little Pony” veteran Jayson Thiessen (“My Little Pony: Friendship Is Magic”) and including original music and songs performed by Sia, Taye Diggs, Zoe Saldana, Kristin Chenoweth, and Emily Blunt, My Little Pony: The Movie is full of music, fun, and laughter for the whole family. The My Little Pony: The Movie Blu-ray and DVD include all-new special features, including a deleted scene, a music video, three featurettes starring the Mane 6,…

The Glass Castle is a Fantastic Movie
2017 Holiday Gift Guide , clip , Movies / November 26, 2017

We watched The Glass Castle the other day, and it was fantastic.  I really like Woody Harrelson, and adore Naomi Watts, so this was a no brainer, for me, to watch.  And Brie Larson played an exceptional role.  Even my 20 year old, daughter, got into watching it.  She said she will have to read the book next.  She always loves to compare the book to the movie.   An all-star cast shines in this inspiring film based on THE NEW YORK TIMES best-selling memoir. Jeannette (Oscar® winner Brie Larson) had a poor but wildly adventurous childhood, raised by her free-spirited father (Oscar® nominee Woody Harrelson) and her mother (Oscar® nominee Naomi Watts), an eccentric artist. But when her father’s behavior become erratic, Jeannette must find the courage to live on her own terms in this uplifting story of unconditional love. The story line is super.  You will really enjoy this movie.  And, it’s a Real Life Drama. BLU-RAY / DVD / DIGITAL HD SPECIAL FEATURES * 9 Deleted Scenes * The Glass Castle: Memoir to Movie * A Conversation with Jeannette Walls * Making of “Summer Storm” by Joel P West * Scoring The Glass Castle Connect with The Glass Castle:…