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Welcome to Element City, where the fiery Ember Lumen and the go-with-the-flow Wade Ripple are about to discover what happens when fire meets water in Pixar Animation Studios’ dazzling and imaginative Elemental, which debuts on all major digital platforms (Apple TV, Prime Video, Vudu, etc.) August 15 and on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray and DVD September 26. Described as “stunning” (Joey Magidson, Awards Radar), “beautiful and immersive” (Belen Edwards, Mashable), Elemental is and Certified-Fresh on Rotten Tomatoes™ with “Pixar’s signature blend of vibrant revolutionary animation and imagination” (Luke Harfield, Awards Watch). Fans can be the first to watch at home by adding the film to their Pixarmovie collection, and access bonus content including exclusive deleted scenes, featurettes, an audio commentary, and the widely popular all-new short, “Carl’s Date.” Film Synopsis “Elemental” is an original feature film set in Element City, where residents of Fire, Water, Earth and Air live together. The story introduces Ember, a tough, quick-witted and fiery young woman, whose friendship with a fun, sappy, go-with-the-flow guy named Wade challenges her beliefs about the world they live in. Directed by Peter Sohn (“The Good Dinosaur,” “Partly Cloudy” short), and produced by Denise Ream (“The Good Dinosaur,” “Cars 2”), “Elemental” features a screenplay by John Hoberg & Kat Likkel…

Patrick Muldoon (“Melrose Place”) and Joey Lauren Adams (Chasing Amy) star in THE QUEST FOR TOM SAWYER’S GOLD, a fun-filled family adventure about a family who must use the classic book The Adventures of Tom Sawyer to uncover a vast treasure trove, is coming to digital and on demand March 28 from Lionsgate. Synopsis: In the spirit of National Treasure comes this family adventure Starring Patrick Muldoon (“Melrose Place”) and Joey Lauren Adams (Chasing Amy). Antony and his two friends believe Tom Sawyer’s vast treasure is hidden nearby, so they search for it using clues from the classic novel and a series of maps–and when Antony’s mom, Agatha, joins the search, she turns out to be a tough, smart explorer herself! But Agatha’s old rival (Muldoon) is also on the hunt. Who’ll be first to grab the gold…and the glory?

After a big trip, Mic Mic the bear just wants to relax. Unfortunately, another stork mishap means he must care for an adorable baby grizzly – and bring it all the way to America! As Mic Mic and his zany friends travel by airship, devious vulture Billy tries to sabotage the mission. Can the brave crew survive a lightning storm, crash-landing, ice flood, snowy avalanche – and Billy’s traps – to bring the cute cub to America, and keep the forest there free from evil’s rule?   Release Date December 27, but get ready with the trailer, above.

My Sweet Monster After rebellious Princess Barbara flees the kingdom on the day sheʼs set to marry Bundy, an evil postman, she meets Bogey, an odd, semi-human beast who is king of the wilderness. So when Bundy then plots to rob the forestʼs supply of a magical, life-giving elixir called Spark, itʼs up to Bogey, Barbara, and their bouncy friend Bunny to stop him. But can they defeat Bundyʼs vicious army of giant robotic rats? This enchanting musical adventure is one every family will enjoy! Pauly Shore, Hillary Duff, and Jon Heder star in My Sweet Monster.

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…

I love Fandango! What a wonderful giveaway. Enter on the form below, and Good Luck! Welcome to the FINDING YOU $25 Fandango Voucher Giveaway – FLASH GIVEAWAY! 1 Winner – FINDING YOU $25 Fandango Voucher Giveaway – FLASH GIVEAWAY This giveaway is part of our Mother’s Day Gift Guide – Stop by to see all the giveaways and great products. HOST IS MICHIGAN SAVING AND MORE My co-hosts for this giveaway are Deliciously Savvy, Gifts for all seasons, Home Jobs by Mom, A Nation of Mom, The Stuff of Success, SaraLee’s Steals and Deals Below is a list of all the bloggers involved in the gift guide. A Rain of Thought, Deliciously Savvy, Giveaway Gator Home Jobs by Mom, Jessica Inspired by Faith, MarksvilleandMe, Michigan Saving and More, My Silly Little Gang, Tales From A Southern Mom, The Stuff of Success, This Frugal Family ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ This giveaway’s Sponsor is: FINDING YOU To learn more about FINDING YOU and find tickets visit www.findingyouthemovie.com FINDING YOU is an inspirational romantic dramedy full of heart and humor about finding the strength to be true to oneself. After an ill-fated audition at a prestigious New York music conservatory, violinist Finley Sinclair (Rose Reid) travels…

We recently sat down, as a family, to watch Lena & Snowball.  It was so adorable, and we couldn’t resist watching it a second time.  Lena and her friend, Snowball, were an unlikely pair, but worked together so great.  My 9 year old has watched it several times.  And, my 23 year old watches it with him, almost every time. Bullied at school and lonely at home, Lena keeps hoping she’ll have a true friend someday.  One afternoon, her dreams come true – in the shape of a cuddly white lion cub!  Lena tries to keep playful Snowball out of trouble, but the clumsy poachers who kidnapped the valuable cub, and the cruel trophy collector who paid for him, are desperate to get him back.  As Lena races to rescue poor Snowball, her new friend Jake will do anything to help.  Be careful, or Snowball will melt your family’s heart! He did melt ours. Parts played by Melissa Collazo, Wade Williams, Bransombe Richmond, and Robert Knepper. Run Time:  90 minutes. This film was just released on January 12, so get out and get your copy today.  You’ll love watching it! Connect with Lionsgate:      Shop     |     Facebook …

Bullied at school and lonely at home, Lena keeps hoping she’ll have a true friend someday. One afternoon, her dreams come true — in the shape of a cuddly white lion cub! Lena tries to keep playful Snowball out of trouble, but the clumsy poachers who kidnapped the valuable cub, and the cruel trophy collector who paid for him, are desperate to get him back. As Lena races to rescue poor Snowball, her new friend Jake will do anything to help. Be careful, or Snowball will melt your family’s heart!   Street Date:  1/5/21

A thrilling and vibrant live-action adaptation of Disney’s animated classic, “Aladdin” is the exciting tale of the charming street rat Aladdin, the courageous and self-determined Princess Jasmine and the Genie who may be the key to their future. Directed by Guy Ritchie, who brings his singular flair for fast-paced, visceral action to the fictitious port city of Agrabah, “Aladdin” is written by John August and Ritchie based on Disney’s “Aladdin.” The film stars Will Smith as the Genie; Mena Massoud as Aladdin; Naomi Scott as Jasmine; Marwan Kenzari as Jafar; Navid Negahban as the Sultan; Nasim Pedrad as Dalia and Billy Magnussen as Prince Anders.   “Aladdin” is produced by Dan Lin, p.g.a., and Jonathan Eirich, p.g.a., with Kevin De La Noy and Marc Platt serving as executive producers. Eight-time Academy Award®-winning composer Alan Menken provides the score, which includes new recordings of the original songs written by Menken and Oscar®-winning lyricists Howard Ashman and Tim Rice and includes two new songs written by Menken and lyrics by Oscar and Tony Award®-winning songwriters Benj Pasek and Justin Paul.   Like us on Facebook:                https://www.facebook.com/DisneyAladdin Follow us on Twitter:               https://twitter.com/DisneyAladdin Instagram:                                 https://www.instagram.com/DisneyAladdin YouTube:                                    https://www.youtube.com/user/DisneyMovieTrailers Hashtag:                                     #Aladdin  “Aladdin”…

From the Academy Award®-winning team—directors Jennifer Lee and Chris Buck, and producer Peter Del Vecho—and featuring the voices of Idina Menzel, Kristen Bell, Jonathan Groff and Josh Gad, and the music of Oscar®-winning songwriters Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez, Walt Disney Animation Studios’ “Frozen 2” opens in U.S. theaters on Nov. 22, 2019. Check out the new teaser trailer from Walt Disney Animation Studios’ “Frozen 2.”   #Frozen2 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DisneyFrozen/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/disneyfrozen/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/DisneyFrozen Hashtag: #Frozen2