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How The Directors Of ‘Moana’ Unexpectedly Had The Creator Of ‘Hamilton’ Writing Their Songs

November 23, 2016 4:35 am

John Musker and Ron Clements know something about animated musicals, and if an Animated Feature Film Oscar had been handed out before 2002 they would have won at least two of them. Remember “The Little Mermaid”...

Disney’s ‘Moana’ Is An Inspired, Spellbinding Tribute To The Human Spirit [Review]

Will Ashton

November 22, 2016 5:25 pm

Reviews

We’re in dire need of affirmation these days. With the world seemingly imploding following the U.S. election, Disney’s “Moana,” the studio’s 56th theatrically released animated feature, is exactly what we need ...

2017 Best Animated Feature Film Oscar Predictions

Gregory Ellwood

November 22, 2016 2:51 am

Awards, Awards Campaign, News

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Prediction based on nominations NOMINEES 1. “Zootopia” 2. “Kubo and the Two Strings” 3. “Moana” 4. “The Red Turtle” 5. “My Life as a Zucchini” PREVIOUS CONTENDERS (for historical context) “The Litt...

‘Jackie,’ ‘Manchester By The Sea,’ ‘Moana’ Simultaneous LA Premieres Splits Oscar Love

Gregory Ellwood

November 15, 2016 1:05 pm

Awards, Awards Campaign, News

Monday night provided a very rare triple threat of local Los Angeles premieres for three films that are all major Oscar players in one way or another. Simultaneous world premieres for highly anticipated films h...

‘Zootopia’ And ‘Sausage Party’ Among Record Number of Films In Animated Feature Oscar Race

Gregory Ellwood

November 11, 2016 2:17 pm

Awards, Awards Campaign, News

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The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced a record 27 film submissions for the Best Animated Picture Oscar and, as expected, it looks like a very competitive race even for a nomination. This...

John Lasseter Makes Celebrating Renovated Walt Disney Animation Studios A Priority

Gregory Ellwood

November 3, 2016 3:56 pm

Awards, Awards Campaign

BURBANK – Walt Disney Studios did something on Wednesday night that’s slightly unusual in Hollywood. They celebrated the renovation of the Walt Disney Animation Studios (building) with an evening reception. Nor...

Take An Action-Packed Voyage In The New Trailer For Disney’s ‘Moana’

Kevin Jagernauth

September 15, 2016 9:24 am

Trailers

As you might've heard recently, Dwayne Johnson is a big deal. The former grappler of the squared circle is not only one of the most bankable movie stars right now, he's also flexing some serious muscle on the s...

The 50 Most Anticipated Films Of The Fall Season

Oliver Lyttelton

August 15, 2016 12:21 pm

Features

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Let’s face it, 2016 has so far been sort of a crappy year for movies. It’s been a particularly bad summer blockbuster season, with almost everything coming up short. But even the indie world has been quieter th...

Light The Torch, Find Your Way, And Dive Right Into The New Trailer For Disney’s ‘Moana’

Kevin Jagernauth

August 8, 2016 3:55 pm

News

With the world watching the Rio Olympics, Disney is taking the opportunity of having a global audience to launch some new promos for their upcoming movies. Later this week will be a brand new trailer for "Rogue...

Disney Keeps It Cute With The International Trailer For ‘Moana’

Kevin Jagernauth

July 20, 2016 11:50 am

Trailers

While Hollywood has been feeling the indifference from audiences when it comes to live action sequels and remakes, they are quickly learning that animated movies are a huge cash cow this year. Disney has alread...

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