Thanks to Warner Bros Entertainment for sending this Geek Daddy a life-size Minecraft cube filled with goodies promoting the movie based upon the video game. A Minecraft Movie was released at theaters across the USA on April 4, 2025. The film stars Jack Black (Kung Fu Panda / Jumanji) and Jason Momoa (Aquaman / Dune). It is rated PG by the Motion Picture Association of America.
Inside this themed box was an adorable Dennis pillow, A Minecraft Movie foam swords and stickers, sunglasses, "I am Steve" t-shirts, movie passes and some branded boxes of poppi soda.
poppi soda has four A Minecraft Movie decorated cases featuring the characters Creeper, Bee, Sheep and Dennis from the movie. Each of these cubic 4-packs costs $8.99 and if you buy four of these A Minecraft Movie themed cubes in one purchase, consumers can redeem a $15 Fandango Move Reward towards purchasing theatre tickets to see the film. Poppi is available at Kroger, Target and Walmart stores. Visit drinkpoppi.com for more info about this promotion.
In A Minecraft Movie, four misfits are suddenly pulled through a mysterious portal into a bizarre, cubic wonderland that thrives on imagination. To get back home, they'll have to master this world while embarking on a quest with an unexpected, expert crafter. The film is based upon the popular Minecraft video game published by Mojang Studios. Are you geeked about seeing A Minecraft Movie?
When a meteor crashes into
Colepepper Zoo,
a virus that transforms the animals into slobbering
zombie
-
like mutants is unleashed. Gracie, a young quirky wolf, teams up with a gruff mountain
lion named Dan to find a way back to her pack. As the zoo is overrun, they must come up with a
plan to get al
l the animals back to normal. Together with the help of a motley crew of survivors
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Xavier
,
the movie
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obsessed lemur, Frida the fiery capybara, Ash the sarcastic, fabulous ostrich
and Felix the treacherous monkey
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they
embark on a perilous
mission to rescue the zoo and
defeat Bunny Zero, the deranged mutant
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king determined to spread the virus beyond the zoo
walls. Welcome to... THE ZOOPOCALYPSE
Distributed by Viva Pictures, the all
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new spooky family comedy,
NIGHT OF THE ZOOPOCALYPSE, starts its theatrical run today. This animated flick features the voices of Emmy-nominated David Harbour (
Stranger
Things, Suicide Squad, Thunderbolts
), Emmy-nominated Scott Thompson (
The Kids In The Hall, The
Pacifier
), Paul Sun
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Hyung Lee (
The Mandalorian
,
Avatar: The Last Airbender
) and Gabbi Kosmidis
(
Unicorn Academy, Fellow Travelers
). Inspired by a concept from best
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selling genre author Clive Barker (“The Thief of Always”),
NIGHT OF
THE ZOOPOCALYPSE
is directed by veteran animators Ricardo Curtis (
The Incredibles, The Angry Birds
Movie, The Iron Giant
) and Rodrigo Perez
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Castro (
The Book of Life
,
Ice Age: Collision Course
,
Ferdinand
). The movie is rated for PG by the MPAA (Motion Picture Association of America) for action/peril and scary imagery.
Do you think Bunny Zero can be defeated or will the Zoopocalypse spread across the world? This looks to be a fun animated film making a nice introduction for kids to the horror genre being that it is more of a comedic spoof of zombies than a scary movie. Are you a horror film buff that would like to share your interest in "scary movies" with the kids in your life? If so, NIGHT OF THE ZOOPOCALYPSE would make for an excellent family outing to the movie theater. Check out the impressive animation of this movie in its full glory on a big screen!
Nominated for 8 Academy Awards including Best Picture, Best Director James Mangold and Best Actor Timothée Chalamet, A COMPLETE UNKNOWN is available to add to your home entertainment video collection via Digital now and April 1, 2025 on 4K and Blu-ray. This Bob Dylan bio-pic is rated R by the Motion Picture Association of America [MPAA] for language. Directed by James Mangold, A COMPLETE UNKNOWN offers an intimate portrayal by actor Timothée Chalamet of Bob Dylan's transformative years in the early 1960s.
New York, 1961. Against the backdrop of a vibrant music scene and tumultuous cultural upheaval, an enigmatic 19-year-old from Minnesota arrives with his guitar and revolutionary talent, destined to change the course of American music. He forges intimate relationships with music icons of Greenwich Village on his meteoric rise, culminating in a groundbreaking and controversial performance that reverberates worldwide. Timothée Chalamet stars and sings as Bob Dylan in James Mangold’s A Complete Unknown, the electric true story behind the rise of one of the most iconic singer-songwriters in history. The film also stars Edward Norton as Pete Seeger, Elle Fanning as Sylvie Russo, Monica Barbaro as Joan Baez, Boyd Holbrook as Johnny Cash and Scoot McNairy as Woody Guthrie.
Bonus features included with the home video release include featurettes on the making of the movie and audio commentary by Director James Mangold.
Beetlejuice is back! In this year's sequel to the hit 1988 movie Beetlejuice, we find three generations of the Deetz family returning home to Winter River after an unexpected family tragedy. Still haunted by Beetlejuice, Lydia's life soon gets turned upside down when her rebellious teenage daughter discovers a mysterious portal to the afterlife. When someone says Beetlejuice's name three times, the mischievous demon gleefully returns to unleash his very own brand of mayhem. Beetlejuice Beetlejuice landed in movie theaters in September and is now making its way to home video.
Beetlejuice Beetlejuice is available now to purchase in Digital format and for 48-hour rental via PVOD on participating digital platforms where you purchase or rent movies, including Amazon Prime Video, AppleTV, Google Play, Fandango at Home, and more. On November 19, Beetlejuice Beetlejuice will be available to own on 4K UHD, Blu-ray and DVD. On November 1, an American Sign Language (ASL) version of the film will also be available on Digital. Are you geeked about adding Beetlejuice Beetlejuice to your home entertainment video collection?
In Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, Michael Keaton returns to his iconic Beetlejuice role alongside Oscar nominee Winona Ryder (Stranger Things, Little Women) as Lydia Deetz and two-time Emmy winner Catherine O’Hara (Schitt's Creek, The Nightmare Before Christmas) as Delia Deetz, with new cast members Justin Theroux (Star Wars: Episode VIII – The Last Jedi, The Leftovers), Monica Bellucci (Spectre, The Matrix films), Arthur Conti (House of the Dragon) in his feature film debut, with Emmy nominee Jenna Ortega (Wednesday, Scream VI) as Lydia’s daughter, Astrid, and Oscar nominee Willem Dafoe (Poor Things, At Eternity’s Gate). The horror comedy is rated PG-13 by the Motion Picture Association of America [MPAA] for violent content, macabre and bloody images, strong language, some suggestive material and brief drug use.
Bonus content that joins the movie with the home entertainment video release of Beetlejuice Beetlejuce includes the following featurettes:
Beetlejuice Beetlejuice Commentary by director Tim Burton
The Juice is Loose! The Making of Beetlejuice Beetlejuice
The Ghost with the Most: Beetlejuice Returns
Meet the Deetz
Handbook for the Recently Deceased
Shrinkers, Shrinkers Everywhere!
An Animated Afterlife: The Stop-Motion Art of Beetlejuice Beetlejuice
A heartwarming story that the whole family will enjoy is now available on Digital. MY PENGUIN FRIEND has earned a Geek Daddy nod of approval for being an emotional story of friendship that will pull at your heartstrings. Have yourself a wonderful family movie night by adding MY PENGUIN FRIEND to your home entertainment video library.
Inspired by the incredible true story of DinDim the Penguin, MY PENGUIN FRIEND tells the story of a little lost penguin who-after being rescued from an oil spill-transforms the life and soul of a heartbroken fisherman. The penguin and the fisherman become unlikely friends, so bonded that even the vast ocean cannot divide them.
The film features Jean Reno (Leon: The Professional), Academy Award Nominee Adriana Barraza (Babel), Alexia Moyano (“The Kingdom”) and Nicolás Francella (“Victoria Small”). MY PENGUIN FRIEND has a MPAA rating of PG with a runtime of 97 minutes.
Have yourself a fun family movie night courtesy of the Geek Daddy and Paramount Pictures. The movie IF is being released on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray & DVD on August 13, 2024 and to hype it being available to add to your home entertainment video library this blog has a Digital Code for the film to giveaway. The perfect movie to enjoy with the whole family, IF received an A CinemaScore and 88% Fresh Audience Score on Rotten Tomatoes®. The film stars Cailey Fleming, Ryan Reynolds, Krasinski, and Fiona Shaw along with a cavalcade of top-tier voice talent, including Phoebe Waller-Bridge, Louis Gossett Jr. and Steve Carell, who bring a delightful array of imaginary friends to life. IF is rated PG by the Motion Picture Association of America for thematic elements and mild language.
Complete the Rafflecopter entries below by 11:59pm ET on Sunday, August 18, 2024 for to toss your name in the hat to be the lucky winner of this movie giveaway. One randomly selected person from the eligible entries will be selected to get a digital code for IF. Must be a United States resident over 18 years old to participate in this promotion. Good luck!
IF is a heartwarming and hilarious tale about a girl who discovers that she can see everyone’s imaginary friends, known as IFs. She embarks on a magical journey to reconnect forgotten IFs with their kids, before they disappear. An adventure you'll need to believe to see, IF is perfect for the whole family. The film is written and directed by one of my favorite Hollywood talents, John Krasinski, and reunited him with Office castmate Steve Carell.
Thank you to Sony Pictures Home Entertainment for providing this Geek Daddy with a Blu-ray + DVD + Digital combo pack of the home video release of GHOSTBUSTERS: FROZEN EMPIRE so my family could have a fun family movie night this weekend. Now available to add to your home entertainment video library is the theatrical release of the fourth installment of the Ghostbusters movie franchise complimented by the inclusion of over an hour of extras including deleted scenes and behind the scenes making of the film features.
In Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire, the Spengler family returns to where it all started -- the iconic New York City firehouse -- to team up with the original Ghostbusters, who've developed a top-secret research lab. But when the discovery of an ancient artifact unleashes an evil force, Ghostbusters new and old must join forces to protect their home and save the world from a second Ice Age.
Directed by Gil Kenan, Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire features Paul Rudd, Carrie Coon, Finn Wolfhard, McKenna Grace, Kumail Nanjiani, Patton Oswalt, Dan Aykroyd, Ernie Hudson, Bill Murray and Annie Potts. The movie is rated PG-13 by the Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA) for supernatural action/violence, language and suggestive references. Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire has a run time of 115 minutes.
In addition to the featured presentation, the 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray and Digital home video release of the movie includes the following bonus content:
Deleted & Extended Scenes;
Easter Eggs Unleashed;
Return to the Firehouse: Making Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire;
Busted: Capturing the Ghosts of Frozen Empire;
Manifesting Garraka;
New York, New Gear;
Welcome to the Paranormal Discovery Center;
Knowing the Score;
Commentary with Director/Co-Writer Gil Kenan
In addition to the complimentary Blu-ray + DVD + Digital combo pack received by ageekdaddy.com, Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire is also available in a 4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray + Digital combo pack. For collectors of physical media, the film is also available in WALMART exclusive steelbook cases.
There is also a limited edition 2-movie giftset with both Afterlife and Frozen Empire on 4K, Blu-ray and Digital packaged with a Ghostbusters ice mold for making some out of the ordinary ice cubes.
Who you going to call for a spooktacular family movie night? Ghostbusters!
That wise-cracking, lasagna loving, fat cat known as Garfield is making his show biz return in a new animated movie from Sony Pictures arriving at theaters May 24, 2024. Rated PG by the Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA) for action/peril and mild thematic elements, this film's characters are voiced by some big names in Hollywood including Chris Pratt and Samuel L Jackson. Additionally, The Garfield Movie's soundtrack includes an impressive list of vocal talents including a song collaboration that is a Garfield and Odie style musical team up having Keith Urban and Snoop Dogg perform the movie's signature song "Let It Roll" together.
This original single featuring Keith Urban and Snoop Dogg is produced by GRAMMY® nominated writer/producer and the film’s executive music producer Michael Hodges. It notably marks the first collaboration between the four-time GRAMMY® Award-winning country icon and West Coast hip-hop legend. With a sunny melody and upbeat bounce, the track evokes the easygoing spirit of the title character with Urban’s carefree chorus, “I let it roll, I let it slide right by,” and breezy bars courtesy of Snoop.
Keith Urban commented about the collaboration with Snoop Dogg to ageekdaddy.com saying “Out of the blue, I get this call from Garfield asking me if I’d sing and play on a song he wanted in his movie. He told me he had Snoop Dogg locked in and I thought that was the coolest thing. The only thing cooler would be to get Garfield in the studio with us, so I asked. Huge bummer. He said no. Apparently, Garfield hates Mondays.”
ASG Records and Republic Records: Kids & Family have announced The Garfield Movie (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) featuring "Let It Roll" and nine other songs will be available to purchase on May 17, 2024. CLICK HERE to order the album from Republic Records. The full soundtrack for The Garfield Movie is as follows:
1. "Good Life" - Jon Batiste
2. "Let It Roll" - Keith Urban and Snoop Dogg
3. “Then There Was You” - Calum Scott
4. “Bring It” - Granville [feat. Will Champlin]
5. “Let’s Get It On” - Marvin Gaye
6. “Meet Garfield” - John Debney
7. “I’m Back” - Hannah Waddingham
8. “Flashback” - John Debney
9. “That’s Amore”- Dean Martin
10. “The Pinecone”- John Debney
In The Garfield Movie, Garfield (voiced by Chris Pratt), the world-famous, Monday-hating, lasagna-loving indoor cat, is about to have a wild outdoor adventure! After an unexpected reunion with his long-lost father – scruffy street cat Vic (voiced by Samuel L. Jackson) – Garfield and his canine friend Odie are forced from their perfectly pampered life into joining Vic in a hilarious, high-stakes heist. The film is directed by Mark Dindal with a screenplay by Paul A. Kaplan & Mark Torgove and David Reynolds based on the Garfield characters created by Jim Davis.
Thank you to Universal Pictures Home Entertainment for sending this Geek Daddy a free Blu-ray of NIGHT SWIM to promote the movie's home video release on Blu-ray and DVD. From James Wan's Atomic Monster (The Conjuring) and Blumhouse (Halloween) that will have you never look at taking a dip in a pool in the same way ever again. Available to own now with brand-new bonus content on Blu-ray and DVD from Amazon and other major retailers.
The producers of M3GAN high dive into the deep end of supernatural horror with NIGHT SWIM. Wyatt Russell stars as a former major league baseball player, forced into early retirement by a degenerative illness, who moves into a new home with his wife (Oscar nominee Kerry Condon) and their two children. The new home comes complete with a backyard swimming pool, but a deep secret surfaces and unleashes a malevolent force that will drag the family into the inescapable depths of terror.
Available April 9, 2024 on Blu-ray and DVD to add to your home entertainment video library. NIGHT SWIM is rated PG-13 for terror, some violent content and language by the Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA). Directed by Bryce McGuire the film has a runtime of one hour and thirty-eight minutes featuring a cast that in addition to Kerry Condon (Better Call Saul / The Banshees of Inisherin) and Wyatt Russell (Overlord) also includes Amelie Hoeferle (The Hunter Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes), Gavin Warren (Fear of the Walking Dead) and Jodi Long (Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings).
Bonus content on the home video release of NIGHT SWIM includes:
MASTERS OF FEAR -- Horror legends Jason Blum and James Wan discuss why they chose to collaborate on this project, what drew them to this story and why first-time director, Bryce McGuire, was the perfect man for the job.
DEMONS FROM THE DEPTHS -- Dive into the world of special effects and learn how the creatures in NIGHT SWIM were created to withstand the trials of filmmaking underwater.
INTO THE DEEP -- Go beneath the surface and hear from cast and crew on the physical and technical work that went into creating a movie that contains numerous underwater sequences.
MARCO POLO -- Director Bryce McGuire breaks down the pivotal scare scene and how the film took a simple children's game and turned it into a nightmare.
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MIGRATION, the newest animated movie from Illumination, the creators of MINIONS, is now available to add to your home entertainment library on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray, DVD and Digital. Rated PG by the Motion Picture Association of America [MPAA] for action, peril and mild rude humor, this story about a Mallard family leaving their comfort zone to go on vacation makes for a nice movie to enjoy in the comfort of your home. Add some extra entertainment to a MIGRATION family movie night having fun with these FREE movie themed activity sheets:
In MIGRATION, A family of ducks decides to leave the safety of a New England pond for an adventurous trip to Jamaica. However, their well-laid plans quickly go awry when they get lost and wind up in New York City. The experience soon inspires them to expand their horizons, open themselves up to new friends, and accomplish more than they ever thought possible.
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Get your hustle on and experience the BroZone craze all over again with Poppy, Branch, Viva, and Tiny Diamond in DreamWorks Animation’s TROLLS BAND TOGETHER Sing-Along Edition. The movie is now available to add to your home entertainment video collection on Digital, 4K UHD, Blu-ray and DVD . Highlighting a spectacular soundtrack of original and classic songs, TROLLS BAND TOGETHER Sing-Along Edition presents over an hour of fantas-amazing bonus content, including a brand-new original short “It Takes Three,” character drawing tutorials, deleted scenes, and behind-the-scenes features with the cast and crew including *NSYNC’s reunion for the first time in 20 years, taking audiences deeper into the magical musical adventure.
Get ready for an all-star family reunion like no other in the latest chapter of DreamWorks Animation’s blockbuster musical franchise, now with a Sing-Along edition! As Poppy (Anna Kendrick) grows closer to her now boyfriend Branch (Justin Timberlake), she discovers his secret past as a member of her favorite boyband, BroZone, with his four estranged brothers. When Branch’s bro Floyd is kidnapped for his musical talents by a pair of nefarious popstars, Branch and Poppy embark on an action-packed journey to reunite the other brothers and rescue Floyd. Along the way Poppy uncovers a family secret of her own, a long-lost sister named Viva (Camila Cabello).
TROLLS BAND TOGETHER is rated PG by the Motion Picture Association of America [MPAA] for mild rude and suggestive humor. The film has a runtime of one hour and thirty-two minutes. It features the franchise’s signature psychedelic joy-bomb of new and classic pop hits that will have you singing and dancing along over and over again!
The film is directed by Walt Dohrn (Trolls franchise, Shrek franchise), co-directed by Tim Heitz (Trolls, How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World) and produced by Gina Shay (Trolls franchise, Shrek franchise) and stars returning voice talent and Academy Award® nominees Anna Kendrick (Pitch Perfect) and Justin Timberlake (The Social Network), alongside Emmy® and Golden Globe® nominee Zooey Deschanel (“New Girl”), Christopher Mintz-Plasse (How to Train Your Dragon Franchise), Icona Pop duo Aino Jawo and Caroline Hjelt, Emmy® winner Kenan Thompson (“Saturday Night Live”), Grammy® winner Anderson .Paak, six-time SAG Award® nominee Kunal Nayyar (“The Big Bang Theory”), and Ron Funches (“Harley Quinn”).
The dazzling new talent lending their voices to the franchise include Grammy® nominee Camila Cabello (Cinderella), Eric André (Sing 2), Emmy Award® winner Amy Schumer (Trainwreck), Grammy® winner and Tony® nominee Andrew Rannells (The Book of Mormon), Golden Globe® nominee Troye Sivan (“The Idol”), Grammy® winners Daveed Diggs (Hamilton) and Kid Cudi (Don’t Look Up), SAG Award® nominee Zosia Mamet (“The Flight Attendant”), and 12-time Emmy® winner RuPaul Charles (“RuPaul’s Drag Race”).
EXCLUSIVE BONUS FEATURES on 4K UHD, BLU-RAYTM, DVD AND DIGITAL:
SING-ALONG VERSION
IT TAKES THREE – In this original short, Poppy, Viva, and Tiny Diamond get sucked into the Hustle-verse, only to discover that it is devoid of hustle. The trio decides to sing their way out hopefully generating enough harmony to re-ignite the Hustle-verse and escape.
DELETED SCENES – With intro by Head of Story Colin Jack
WALL CLIMB - BROKEN TOOTH
BRIDGET GRISTLE HONEYMOON
CRIMP AND TINY ROMANCE
FUN IN THE RECORDING BOOTH
HI, HI, HI – Join *NSYNC in the studio as they reunite for the first time in 20 years to record an all-new song for TROLLS BAND TOGETHER.
BUILDING THE BAND – The band is coming back together for another volume of Trolls based fun! Meet the new characters and the cast members behind them and catch up with your returning favorites!
#BROPPY
BROZONE
VIVA
VELVET AND VENEER
BRIDGET AND KING GRISTLE
TINY DIAMOND
TOGETHER AGAIN – Learn the backstory behind *NSYNC's involvement in TROLLS BAND TOGETHER and how their Troll personas came to life.
ANIMATING TROLLS – In this BTS piece, filmmakers and crew dive deep into their animation process to show how the unique locations and textures of the film were created.
HOW TO DRAW – Step into the BroZone green room with story artist Wendy Sullivan and learn how to draw your own BroZone album cover featuring John Dory, Spruce, Clay, Floyd, and of course, Baby Branch! Plus, we’ll learn how to draw Viva!
BABY BRANCH
JOHN DORY
SPRUCE
CLAY
FLOYD
VIVA
HOW TO: HUG TIME BRACELETS – Poppy and Viva LOVE their Hug Time Bracelets and now you can make your own! Follow the simple steps and let your artistic side shine with two different bracelet options that you can make for all your friends and family.
FEATURE COMMENTARY – with Producer Gina Shay, Co-Director Tim Heitz, Head of Story Colin Jack, Production Designer Ruben Perez Reynoso and Visual Effects Supervisor Marc J. Scott
PG for some mild rude and suggestive humor
Of all the Marvel Cinematic Universe shows that have debuted on the Disney+ streaming service, the one I thought in advance would be the one I liked least, MS MARVEL, turned out to be my favorite of these superhero series. So, I was GEEKED to see Ms. Marvel team up with Captain Marvel in the motion picture THE MARVELS. If you missed the movie in theaters or are looking forward to seeing it again, Marvel Studios' THE MARVELS will soon be available to add to your home entertainment video collection.
THE MARVELS will be available from all major digital retailers including Prime Video, Apple TV, and Vudu on January 16, 2024 and February 13 on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray and DVD. The home video release has exclusive bonus content including deleted scenes, a gag reel, behind-the-scenes featurettes and an audio commentary from co-writer/director Nia DaCosta and VFX Supervisor Tara DeMarco. THE MARVELS is rated PG-13 by the Motion Picture Association of America [MPAA] for action/violence and brief foul language and has a runtime of 105 minutes.
In THE MARVELS, Carol Danvers (aka Captain Marvel) has reclaimed her identity from the tyrannical Kree. When her duties send her to an anomalous wormhole, her powers are entangled with super-fan Kamala Khan (aka Ms. Marvel) and Carol’s estranged niece, astronaut Captain Monica Rambeau. Together, this unlikely trio must team up and work together to save the universe.
Bonus content for THE MARVELS home video release includes:
FEATURETTES
Entangled – Take a cosmic trip behind the scenes on The Marvels with the cast and crew of the film. Learn how director Nia DaCosta and the team took on such a vast production, and dive deeper with more details about Marvel’s first ever musical number.
The Production Diaries – Experience the lively, upbeat set of The Marvels as cast and crew recall candid and heartwarming moments, along with hilarious anecdotes.
DELETED SCENES
Captain-in-Residence – Kamala finds herself in Carol's ship after an unexpected switch and incredulously picks up a call from Valkyrie.
It's Under Control – Carol, Kamala, and Monica find themselves brainstorming for solutions on Aladna.
Space Yoga – Muneeba teaches yoga while an exasperated Nick Fury looks on.
The Chase – Chaos ensues as Ty-Rone chases Kamala in a tension-filled scene.
GAG REEL
Watch some hilarious outtakes on set with the cast and crew of THE MARVELS.
AUDIO COMMENTARY
Listen to co-writer/director Nia DaCosta and VFX Supervisor Tara DeMarco talk about the film.
I wish we'd been able to see Disney's most recent animated movie at the theater but that just wasn't in the cards for us with an overwhelming number of kids activities and other obligations flooding our family's calendar lately. So, we're GEEKED that Walt Disney Animation Studios’ WISH will soon be available to add to our home entertainment video library. Wish will soon be available for families to enjoy at home!
Disney's Wish becomes available from all major digital retailers including Prime Video, Apple TV, and Vudu on January 23 and on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray and DVD on March 12. The film is rated PG [Parental Guidance] by the Motion Picture Association of America for thematic elements and mild action. Runtime for the movie is 95 minutes.
In this animated musical-comedy, Asha, a sharp-witted idealist in the kingdom of Rosas, makes a powerful wish that’s answered by Star, a ball of boundless energy. Soon, Asha and Star must face a formidable foe—the ruler of Rosas—to save her community and prove that when one brave human connects with the magic of the stars, wondrous things happen.
In addition to the featured presentation, as with most home video releases, there is fun bonus content included with Wish on digital and disc. Bonus content includes the following:
Sing Along With The Movie -- Sing along with your favorite songs while watching the movie with on-screen lyrics.
Once Upon A Studio -- Beloved characters from Disney Animation’s 100 years come together for an unforgettable reunion.
100 Years In The Making – The Inside story on the making of Wish
What Makes Disney, Disney -- Learn what makes a Disney film and its characters so distinct, memorable and beloved. Discover how Asha and WISH are quintessentially Disney — from the extraordinary challenges Asha must overcome, to the magical, Kingdom of Rosa
The Wish Equation -- What is a wish? Join the filmmakers for a surprising conversation as they break down the "Wish Equation," discuss the "rules of magic," and describe the role music plays in Disney films. Then hear Julia Michaels' own original demo of "This Wish."
Looking Backward To Go Forward -- Walk the aisles of the Walt Disney Animation Research Library as the filmmakers "draw" inspiration from 100 years of animation. Learn about the "Pinocchio test," and how Wish's design blends new technology with classic techniques.
Where Dreams And Reality Collide -- Discover the times and places that were the inspiration for Rosas and helped build the world of this original fairy tale.
Asha Means Wish -- Learn all about Asha, from her inspired design to her boundless determination and generosity. Uncover the subtle symbolism in her jewelry, and dive into her dancing skills. See how she’s imperfectly perfect and what makes her a memorable Disney hero.
The Return Of The Disney Villain -- You'll love to hate King Magnifico when you uncover his secrets. Find out what makes him the classic Disney villain — and why he doesn't wear a crown.
Star Is Born -- Uncover early concept drawings to see how Star evolved into Asha's lovable wish facilitator. Learn about Star's sparkles, and why Star can communicate with Asha and the other characters.
Those Who Stand Beside Me -- Learn more about Asha's closest allies, Dahlia and Valentino. Find out which of Snow White's seven companions served as inspiration for Dahlia, and how Valentino breaks one of the rules of Disney animals.
When Wishes Come True -- Get to know the kids inside the filmmakers as the creators of WISH reflect on what Disney movies meant to them growing up, and what it's like being part of the Disney legacy today.
WISH D-Classified -- WISH is filled with references and nods to other Disney films from the studio's 100-year legacy. From hidden Mickeys to more subtle tributes, you may have caught many of them, but check out this "D-Classified” piece for ones you may have missed.
Outtakes -- Step inside the recording booth with the brilliant and talented actors of WISH for some creative fun as they bring their characters to life.
Featurette: Deleted Song “A Wish Worth Making”
Directors Chris Buck and Fawn Veerasunthorn introduce this poignant song sung by Saba Sabino (voiced by Victor Garber) expressing what it’s like to be reunited with your one true wish.
Deleted Scenes – Check out some scenes that didn't make the Final Cut.
Magnifico's Secret
The Wishing Tree
To Rosas
Finding Flazino
Valentino Is A Star
Song Selection – Jump to your favorite musical moments, with on-screen lyrics.
Thank you to Warner Bros Pictures for sending me a free AQUAMAN swag pack to rev up my excitement about the new superhero film hitting movie theaters this Christmas weekend. Who is ready to dive into a new Aquaman adventure?! AQUAMAN AND THE LOST KINGDOM is being released December 22, 2023.
Warner Bros Pictures hooked me up with some great gear to plunge into this movie experience. I was GEEKED to receive a cool jacket along with a warm hat to wear out when heading out in the winter weather to see this DC Comics inspired superhero movie. Also unboxed were some impressive swag including a comic book, ice cube tray, handwarmers, and a YETI. This was an AWESOME package to unbox!
After failing to defeat Aquaman the first time, Black Manta wields the power of the mythic Black Trident to unleash an ancient and malevolent force. Hoping to end his reign of terror, Aquaman forges an unlikely alliance with his brother, Orm, the former king of Atlantis. Setting aside their differences, they join forces to protect their kingdom and save the world from irreversible destruction. AQUAMAN AND THE LOST KINGDOM is rated PG-13 by the Motion Picture Association of America [MPAA] for sci-fi violence and some language.
All returning to the roles they originated, Jason Momoa plays Arthur Curry/Aquaman, now balancing his duties as both the King of Atlantis and a new father; Patrick Wilson is Orm, Aquaman’s half-brother and his nemesis, who must now step into a new role as his brother’s reluctant ally; Amber Heard is Mera, Atlantis’ Queen and mother of the heir to the throne; Yahya Abdul-Mateen II is Black Manta, committed more than ever to avenge his father’s death by destroying Aquaman, his family and Atlantis; and Nicole Kidman as Atlanna, a fierce leader and mother with the heart of a warrior. Also reprising their roles are Dolph Lundgren as King Nereus and Randall Park as Dr. Stephen Shin.
Are you planning a movie theater outing this holiday weekend to see AQUAMAN AND THE LOST KINGDOM?
The Barbie Movie is a box office sensation having become the highest grossing theatrical film release of 2023 bringing in more than a billion dollars in ticket sales so far. And the movie is getting even bigger as it is set to appear on IMAX screens for a one week engagement beginning September 22nd. During that week's showings there will be released never before seen post-credit footage for IMAX audiences only.
Get tickets for the Barbie IMAX experience now through fandango.com. The Barbie Movie is rated PG-13 by the Motion Picture Association of America. To live in Barbie Land is to be a perfect being in a perfect place. Unless you have a full-on existential crisis.
Or you’re a Ken.
This year marks the 30th anniversary of the debut of the sci-fi television series BABYLON 5 and fans of the show will be GEEKED to find out the crew of the space station the show revolves around are returning for a new adventure in an animated movie. Series creator J. Michael Straczynski returns with a story about the iconic Babylon 5 space station and its inhabitants as they take a journey through the past to determine the future. BABYLON 5: THE ROAD HOME is being released on August 15, 2023 digitally and on 4K Ultra HD and Blu-Ray from Warner Bros Discovery Home Entertainment.
Return to Babylon 5 as the epic interstellar saga continues with The Road Home. Travel across the galaxy with John Sheridan as he unexpectedly finds himself transported through multiple timelines and alternate realities in a quest to find his way back home. Along the way he reunites with some familiar faces, while discovering cosmic new revelations about the history, purpose, and meaning of the Universe.
Returning to voice their characters from the original series are Bruce Boxleitner as John Sheridan, Claudia Christian as Susan Ivanova, Peter Jurasik as Londo Mollari, Bill Mumy as Lennier, Tracy Scoggins as Elizabeth Lochley, and Patricia Tallman as Lyta Alexander. This animated science fiction flick is rated PG-13 by the Motion Picture Association of America for action/violence and has a runtime of 78 minutes. Included with the movie are a featurette providing a behind-the-scenes look at the making of BABYLON 5: THE ROAD HOME and audio commentary by creator/writer/executive producer J. Michael Straczynski and actor Bruce Boxleitner giving inside details about their experiences with the tv series and this new addition to the franchise.
The movie will be available digitally from Amazon Prime Video, AppleTV, Google Play & Vudu. The 4K Ultra HD and Blu-ray discs will be available from most major retailers. What is your preferred way to watch a movie at home these days digitally or via 4K, Blu-ray or DVD discs?This post has affiliate links, which means this blog could earn advertising money if you buy something. This doesn't cost you anything extra, ageekdaddy.com just has to give you the heads up for legal reasons. Click away
Kara, also known as Supergirl, has had it rough – witnessing the destruction of her home planet, battling the villainous Solomon Grundy, and generally struggling to fit into life on Earth. But that’s just the start of her adventure in LEGION OF SUPER-HEROES, the latest DC Universe Movie, being released on 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Combo Pack and Digital beginning February 7, 2023 from Warner Bros. Discovery Home Entertainment.
Welcome to the 31st century and the Legion Academy, where a new generation hones their powers with hopes of joining the Legion of Super-Heroes. Devastated by tragedy, Supergirl struggles to adjust to her new life on Earth. Taking her cousin Superman’s advice, Supergirl leaves their space-time to attend the Academy. There, she quickly makes new friends, as well as a new enemy with old ties: Brainiac 5. But a nefarious plot lurks in the shadows – the mysterious group known as the Dark Circle seeks a powerful weapon held in the Academy’s vault. Find out if the budding heroes can rise to the challenge in this all-new DC Universe Movie!
This animated movie is rated PG-13 for some violence and language by the Motion Picture Association of America. It has a runtime of one hour and twenty-three minutes. Supergirl is voiced by the talented Meg Donnelly, who played the older daughter, Taylor Otto, in the television sitcom American Housewife (2016-2021).
Thank you to 20th Century Studios for inviting my son and I to be their guests at an advance screening of AVATAR: THE WAY OF WATER. We had the chance to see the movie at our local AMC Theatre on an IMAX screen in 3D before the film's official theatrical opening weekend this Friday on December 16th. Viewing AVATAR: THE WAY OF WATER in 3D on an IMAX screen truly makes an audience feel as if they have been transported to the far away moon of Pandora and are witnessing events taking place there right in front of them. Being able to drive fifteen minutes to get to Pandora rather than the six years it takes humans to fly through space from Earth to get there in the movie is so much more convenient!
The original AVATAR movie ushered in the popularity of 3D movies at theaters; but this genre has been mostly phased out in recent years based upon Hollywood studios looking to cut costs based upon pandemic-based financial losses and moviegoers becoming weary of the fad and the higher ticket prices and glasses that come along with seeing a film in 3D. Seeing AVATER: THE WAY OF WATER in 3D is a must though because it provides a sense of place which extends the film off the screen and around you to compliment the film's spectacular special effects and cinematography. Combining the enhanced details of an IMAX theater with the 3D provides a fantastic viewing experience!
Viewing movie trailers for AVATAR: THE WAY OF WATER on my 4K television at home after having seen the film in 3D on an IMAX screen have to say the two do not compare. If you want to have a blockbuster movie experience, see AVATAR: THE WAY OF WATER in IMAX 3D. Don't forego the 3D and don't wait for it to be released on streaming or home video. This is a movie meant to be seen in a theater and on an IMAX screen is even better!
AVATAR: THE WAY OF WATER is more than a science fiction movie; it is like a doctoral thesis for cinematography. James Cameron focus isn't on telling a story but rather pushing the envelope in presenting the highest quality special effects and visual imagery to provide audiences with a cutting-edge presentation to take in. Water is never easy to film around and it is a centric element of the movie seamlessly meshed with cgi to a stunning effect. Sit back and become immersed within the environment of Pandora. Enjoy the ride...or swim!
While the movie is focused on world building by exploring new areas and cultures of Pandora as well as the Na'vi family created by the bonding of Jake Sully's avatar persona and the native Neytiri. Despite The Way of Water being a sequel to 2009's AVATAR it is a refreshing story because its characters haven't been saturated in media and pop culture like other Disney properties such as Marvel and Star Wars. Instead of becoming weary over an exhausting amount of content, AVATAR: THE WAY OF WATER is like visiting a place you have a familiarity with and have been longing to one day go back to explore some more. This movie satisfies that wanderlust.
An addition to exploring an exotic location filled with amazing environments and fantastic creatures, this sci-fi scenario also provides a mirror of real-life for viewers to reflect on. Humanity has returned to Pandora in AVATAR: THE WAY OF WATER and this time due to pollution and overpopulation on Earth instead of just mining the Na'vis' home the people from Earth are intent on colonizing the place. The new visitors do more harm to Pandora in a year than the original miners did in a decade. These invaders know Jake Sully led the original uprising in AVATAR and is an obstacle to their domination. They also know he has a family now which is his and the Na'vi resistance's greatest weakness.
In this movie, WE are the villains. And these villains act very similar to how humans have behaved throughout history and still conduct ourselves in present day society. Racism, militarism, greed, and environmental destruction are all major themes of the story. In one tear jerking scene where human hunters are relentlessly harvesting animals to extract a valuable chemical discovered within the creature's brains as the audience around me became emotional, I wondered how many people realized this fictional situation was a portrayal of past and present-day human activities actually impacting our planet. If you are rooting for the Na'vi, when you leave the movie theater take into consideration the similarities with their plight and major issues impacting our planet today. If viewers put some thought into the threats and perils presented in AVATER: THE WAY OF THE WATER, it can really be an eye-opening experience.
Beyond the wonderful imagery and philosophical ponderations of the film, AVATAR: THE WAY OF THE WATER is full of pulse-pounding action scenes. Those looking for an action movie won't be disappointed. There are plenty of electric moments and explosions to overshadow the dramatic moments in this movie. In fact, some of the efforts to remind people of what occurred in the original AVATAR movie and add some emotional depth to the movie drag on a bit too much with action scenes adding energy to and upping the pace of the movie. The movie could probably have been a half hour shorter without impacting it too much.
Both my son and I thoroughly enjoyed AVATAR: THE WAY OF WATER and walked out of the movie theater glad we had seen it. We were both wowed by the film's imagery and appreciated that James Cameron had taken the cinematography of the franchise to a better than we expected level of awesomeness. AVATAR: THE WAY OF WATER absolutely earned a Geek Daddy nod of approval because of its stellar action sequences, thematic elements and immersive imagery. This is what it should be like to see a blockbuster movie!
After sitting though a movie with water rushing around the screen and probably drinking a large soda while watching it, you may not want to sit through the credits looking for a final scene. Yet no one wants to miss out on these surprises. So, here is a heads up if you would like to rush out to the bathroom as the credits start rolling. There is no post-credit scene. So don't feel like you need to stay in your seat. If you want to stick around though, there is some nice scenery shots of life on Pandora shown as the credits roll.
AVATAR: THE WAY OF WATER is rated PG-13 by the Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA). The MPAA rating is for sequences of strong violence and intense action, partial nudity and some strong language. The movie has a runtime of 192 minutes. Directed by James Cameron, AVATAR: THE WAY OF WATER stars Zoe Saldana, Kate Winslet, Sigourney Weaver and Sam Worthington.
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We had a fantastic family movie night watching LYLE, LYLE CROCODILE courtesy of Sony Pictures providing us with an advance copy of the movie before its official December 13 home video release on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray and DVD. I actually wasn't expecting to like LYLE, LYLE CROCODILE as much as I did to be honest thinking it would be more focused towards entertaining the young children that the book which inspired the movie was written for. This movie though will actually captivate audiences of all ages! The adults in our family as well as our teen kids all thought LYLE, LYLE CROCODILE was great.
My family loves the Paddington movies that mix in a mischievous cgi bear with live action. This film has the same setup and many similarities when it comes to an orphaned animal being adopted by an off-kilter family leading to humorous scenarios that ultimately result in everyone's attitudes and spirits being uplifted. In this movie though it isn't a bear from darkest Peru but rather a singing crocodile that is the star of the show.
LYLE, LYLE CROCODILE is elevated beyond the funny hijink of a friendly crocodile living in the city by also including toe-tapping musical sequences. The entertaining songs incorporated into the movie soundtrack provide an energetic vibe to the film. Plus, LYLE, LYLE CROCODILE is filled with original, new music from the songwriters of THE GREATEST SHOWMAN. I really have to say BRAVO to the music in this movie!
LYLE, LYLE CROCODILE is rated PG by the Motion Picture Association of America. The MPAA rating is for mild peril and thematic elements. As a dad have to say in my opinion this movie is all ages friendly without anything parents should really be worried about a child seeing. A great film for a family movie night!
In LYLE, LYLE CROCODILE when the Primm family moves to New York City their young son Josh struggles to adapt to his new school and make friends. All of that changes when he discovers Lyle -- a singing crocodile who loves baths, caviar and great music -- living in the attic of his new home. The boy and crocodile become close friends, but when Lyle is threatened by evil neighbor Mr. Grumps, the Primm's must band together with the crocodile's charismatic and aloof owner, Hector P. Valenti, to show the world that family can come together from the most unexpected places. There is nothing wrong with a big singing crocodile with an even bigger personality!
The home video release of LYLE, LYLE CROCODILE on 4K Ultra HD and Blu-ray includes some fantastic bonus content:
Sing-Along Songs: Karaoke versions of the original songs "Top of The World", "Rip Up the Recipe", "Take a Look at Us Now, and "Carried Away" from the songwriting duo Pasek & Paul (The Greatest Showman).
Storytime with Shawn Mendes & Javier Bardem: Shawn Mendes, Javier Bardem, alongside the cast and filmmakers alternate reading excerpts from the book that set the world of LYLE, LYLE CROCODILE in motion.
Bloopers: Behind-the-scenes blooper reel.
Deleted Scene: Josh learns about Lyle's stage fright.
Croc and Roll -- Lyle on Set: Find out what working with Lyle was like with this featurette of interviews with his castmates. They shed light on everything from Lyle's eating habits to his occasional odor issues.
Two Music Videos: "Top of the World" & "Carried Away"
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Thanks to Marvel Studios for inviting me to a free advance screening of BLACK PANTHER: WAKANDA FOREVER before the movie officially opens the weekend of November 11. The movie is rated PG-13 by the Motion Picture Association of America for sequences of intense action, violence and language. From a dad's perspective though despite the MPAA rating, there really isn't content in the film that should preclude the average superhero movie loving elementary school aged kid from seeing it along with a parent. There isn't any nudity or sexual content, gory violence or troubling cursing that raised warning flags for this geek dad; but the film does address death both through sickness and warfare that parents will want to make sure a child is mature enough to emotionally handle.
Our screening at a local MJR Theatre had one of the most diverse audiences in regard to both age and ethnicity that I've ever shared a movie watching experience with. There was an electricity in the room for the enthusiasm for the show to begin where for this moment in time everyone was the same -- a fan of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The vibe only got more pumped up as we were treated to a special performance of musical artists playing African drums before the action started on the silver screen. I was geeked to be in attendance at this screening of BLACK PANTHER: WAKANDA FOREVER.
There has been a lot of buzz about how will the Black Panther franchise go on without the charismatic Chadwick Boseman which has been amplified by the secrecy of Wakanda Forever's plot by Marvel Studios. I have to admit there is a noticeable void in the movie without Boseman that in my humble opinion no other Wakanda character suitably fills. Ironically, despite the title WAKANDA FOREVER, it is Tenoch Huerta who plays the film's nemesis Namor, the leader of a lost tribe of Mayans who escaped Spanish Conquistadors by becoming water-breathing undersea inhabitants, that counters Boseman's absence the most. These Talokens are similar to the Wakandans in the first Black Panther movie as they have stayed hidden for generations from the rest of the world and have access to their own supply of the super rare ore vibranium.
I have to admit finding myself rooting for the Taloken "bad guys" based upon the genocide their ancestors fled from and the environmentally ravaging, militaristic behavior of the societies that dominate the mainland now which Namor's people observe from afar. So obviously, Namor's people feel threatened when surface dwellers start exploring their underwater domain with a new high-tech device that can scan for and detect vibranium for the first time. How this devolves into a deadly conflict with the Talokens and Wakandans though felt a bit forced and contrived but makes for some great action scenes in the film.
BLACK PANTHER: WAKANADA FOREVER shows how cancer and diseases can be as dangerous to overcome as aliens, monsters and superhuman villains. How even King T'Challa, the ruler of the most technologically advanced society on Earth and heroic Black Panther, couldn't defeat an illness. A theme that should be relatable to all of us in today's COVID pandemic era. Yet life moves on!
This film is more about saying good-bye to Chadwick Boseman and introducing Tenoch Huerta as Namor to the Marvel Cinematic Universe. It is more about being a bridge to future Marvel Studios movies than being its own Black Panther adventure despite the film's title. For fans invested in Marvel's cinematic universe the movie is packed with information that builds upon canon and is interesting drama but those just looking for a popcorn munching superhero romp may be disappointed.
Overall, I enjoyed the movie and it earns a Geek Daddy nod of approval from my being more satisfied than disappointed by it. While I'm glad I saw Wakanda Forever though compared to the original Black Panther that I've liked enough to watch numerous times this one for me is probably a one and done for me. Heads up too if you see this movie don't leave early you absolutely want to watch every minute of it plus the mid-credit scene too for the real future of the Black Panther to be revealed to you.
If you head out to the movie theater to see BLACK PANTHER: WAKANDA FOREVER share your thoughts about the movie with me by tweeting to @Geekdad248. This movie geek always enjoys hearing from you!
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