The annual tradition of ski movies is back to salute the start of winter. In Volkswagen presents WarrenMiller's Line of Descent, they celebrate their 68th ski/snowboard film with downhill thrills, global adventure, and a nod to those who taught you to slide on snow.
Exciting news for my state....Utah Native Marcus Caston and skier Kay Richardson made the film!
I'll be at one of the Orem screenings (October 17-19) this year.
Raise your hand if you have been loving these live-action films of Disney classic animated shows.
Guess what...my favorite Aladdin is next! I've heard news that Aladdin casting is complete and production is currently underway at Longcross Studios outside London.
Here is a selfie of a few of the ALADDIN cast members Will Smith (“Genie”), Mena Massoud (“Aladdin”), Naomi Scott (“Princess Jasmine”) and Marwan Kenzari(“Jafar”).
I think you all know my love of dogs and good movies by now so there shouldn't be any surprise about me sharing this new film with you. The Stray, distributed by Purdie Distribution, is a heart-warming film that the whole family can watch together.
I was able to attend a special screening with the director Mitch Davis and most of the cast/crew in attendance.
He mentioned that the film was originally going to be released in 100 theaters, but it will be showing in over 600 theaters nationwide opening October 6, 2017. I am so happy for this news because it really is a sweet film.
The Stray tells the true story of a stray dog who saves a struggling family in more ways than one. I am pretty sure this is a story that many dog owners can relate to in one way or another. In this story, Pluto the Wonder Dog comes out of nowhere and instantly makes himself at home with the Davis family, who seem to quickly falling apart as a family unit. Pluto manages to save the family in many ways, ultimately giving the ultimate sacrifice and helping the family come closer.
Everyone involved in this film was so kind at the screening. They shook hands, smiled for photos, and signed autographs.
The dog who played Pluto even sat through the screening. I was able to meet her recently at another event (Sheepdog competition at Soldier Hollow) and she is such a sweet pooch.
Just quit reading my review and go see the movie!
Click this link to purchase tickets and see which theaters are showing The Stray.
I love everything pirates including the Pirates of the Caribbean movies. Well, guess what...there is a new one coming to theaters this weekend starring: Johnny Depp, Javier Bardem, Brenton Thwaites, Kevin R. McNally, Kaya Scodelario, Golshifteh Farahani, Stephen Graham, David Wenham and Geoffrey Rush.
Captain Jack Sparrow is back, but is feeling the winds of ill-fortune blowing strongly his way when deadly ghost sailors, led by the terrifying Captain Salazar, escape from the Devil's Triangle bent on killing every pirate at sea including Jack. Jack's only hope of survival lies in the legendary Trident of Poseidon, an uneasy alliance with a brilliant and beautiful astronomer, and getting help from a headstrong sailor in the Royal Navy (who is the son of well-known characters from previous pirates movies). There are sea-filled twists throughout the film that will keep your interest.
PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: DEAD MEN TELL NO TALES opens in theaters everywhere May 26th, 2017.
I remember reading a Captain Underpants book when I was a few years younger and laughing so much. Now he can be seen on the big screen.
Tra-la-laa! There’s a new hero in town! See him in action at an advance screening of #CaptainUnderpants: The First Epic Movie in #SLC on Saturday, May 27,2017.
The 1991 Beauty and the Beast is my favorite Disney animated film. I remember seeing it in the theater with my sister-in-law and being amazed at how real the library dance scene looked. Naturally, when I heard it was coming to the big screen as a live-action film, I was super excited.
Especially with it's all-star cast of actors like Emma Watson, Dan Stevens, Luke Evans, Kevin Kline, Josh Gad, Ewan McGregor, Stanley Tucci, Ian McKellen, and Emma Thompson just to name a few.
Add the fact that Celine Dion is going to perform an original song "How Does a Moment Last Forever" for the film and I don't know if it can get any better.
I saw it twice in theaters during opening week.
Wait, there's something more...starting April 7th, BEAUTY AND THE BEAST fans will be able to sing along with their favorite characters when the “Beauty and the Beast Sing-Along” hits approximately 1,200 theaters nationwide! That's right, you can view the film with on-screen lyrics for several of the songs (as if you weren't already secretly singing along to yourself in your theater recliner seat eating sour patch kids).
Feel free to print of these activity sheets below to keep the Beauty and the Beast excitement flowing in your house. If you haven't seen this film yet (at least a couple times), what are you waiting for?!
I remember going to the theater with my sister-in-law in 1991 to see Disney's animated film Beauty and the Beast. The library dance scene looked so unbelievably real. I was hooked on the movie and the music instantly.
You can only imagine my excitement when Disney announced a live-action adaptation of the Studio's animated classic. It is even more exciting to here the cast: Emma Watson as Belle, Dan Stevens as the Beast and as the Prince, Luke Evans as Gaston, Kevin Kline as Maurice, Josh Gad as LeFou, Ewan McGregor as Lumière, Stanley Tucci as Cadenza, Gugu Mbatha-Raw as Plumette, Audra McDonald as Garderobe, Ian McKellen as Cogsworth, and Emma Thompson as Mrs. Potts.
Throw in Ariana Grande and John Legend singing the Beauty and the Beast iconic song and this is sure to a hit that I am so excited to see when it opens in theaters everywhere on March 17, 2017.
How many of you are excited for the new Disney Star Wars film?
ROGUE ONE: A STAR WARS STORY is now playing in theatres everywhere (since 12/16).
In a time of conflict, this film attempts to tell the story of how a small band of rebels were able to steal the plans to the Death Star, the Empire’s ultimate weapon of destruction. This key event in the Star Wars timeline brings together ordinary people who choose to do extraordinary things, and in doing so, become part of something greater than themselves.
Here is one of my favorite Jyn Erso scene played by Academy Award nominee Felicity Jones:
I was able to see Moana with my nieces and nephews a few weeks ago. My niece Jacq walked out repeating, "That was so good. I would see that again!"
MOANA stars voices from Dwayne Johnson (Maui) and newcomer Auli’i Cravalho (Moana). It was directed by Disney legends Ron Clements & Don Hall (“Aladdin,” “The Little Mermaid,” “The Princess and the Frog,” etc.) with music by Lin-Manuel Miranda (“Hamilton”).
The movie story celebrates the Pacific Island cultures and introduces new Disney characters that will keep you laughing and smiling throughout the entire film. It is a show that is great for the entire family.
The film opens in theaters November 23rd.
Enjoy some printables and games from the movie below.
Marvel's DOCTOR STRANGE opened in theaters November 4th.
Marvel Studios’ “Doctor Strange” follows the story of world-famous neurosurgeon Dr. Stephen Strange who, in his quest for healing his hands after a horrific car accident, discovers powerful magic in a mysterious place known as Kamar-Taj. He quickly learns that this is not just a center for healing but also the front line of a battle against unseen dark forces bent on destroying our reality. He makes new friends and discovers a new set of magical powers in his grasp.
FUN FACTS ABOUT THE FILM:
For those of ya'll who like to travel, you should know this film was shot in London, New York, Kathmandu (Nepal) and Hong
Kong.
To research his character, Dr. Stephen Strange, Benedict Cumberbatch spent time with
neurosurgeons, and the director, DP and production designer all visited New York City operating rooms and emergency rooms to guide them towards the lighting and textures
they would need to create a realistic hospital environment onscreen.
Doctor Strange’s car in the film is a Lamborghini, which he drives when he is a surgeon.
Six Lamborghinis were required for filming.
I was given the opportunity to view the DreamWork's Trolls movie. It is hilarious! Combine voices of some very talented actors (Anna Kendrick, Zooey Deschanel, James Corden, Gwen Stefani, Russell Brand, and a ton more), an amazing soundtrack including a song from Justin Timberlake, and gangs of hilarious lines and you have a movie that you absolutely MUST see.
I promise the entire family will love this movie and every character in it.
Don't believe me? Watch the official trailer:
Below are some fun printable pages for your kiddies to get excited for the movie to hit theaters November 4th.
Please don't tell me don't you have never heard the name Warren Miller before this post. Whether you pray to the snow gods for fresh pow on your face every morning as you embrace all things snowsports, or you are a beginner skier to hit the slopes, you must see these films. The 67th annual Warren Miller film Here, There & Everywhere (67 means they must be pretty good) is kicking off it's national tour in Salt Lake City, UT, this coming October 14th/15th at Abravanel Hall.
It then moves to my hometown 10/18 -10/20 (and then 5 more places within Utah where we have the greatest snow on Earth). I feel super lucky to have so many show options to attend. Click here for tour dates to see if it is playing in a theater near you.
Featured Locations in the film include: Squaw Valley, CA • Crested Butte, CO • Deer Valley, UT • Montana • Switzerland • Kicking Horse Mountain Resort • Cordova, AK • Greenland • Boston's Fenway Park • Steamboat Springs, CO.
Perks of attending the show not only include partaking of this amazing film tour you had a taste of above, but attendees also receive 2-for-1 lift ticket to Snowbird, free lift ticket to Solitude & Brighton, 20% off cat skiing at Whisper Ridge, free early/late-season lift ticket to Steamboat, and more swag. Don't believe me? You find complete offer details at warrenmiller.com and be sure to follow on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter.
Mother's Day is a holiday honoring motherhood and it is fast approaching (reminder to send a card or call).
Mother's Day is also a soon-to-be-released film that invites us all to enjoy the laughter, tears, and love as 3 generations come together in the week leading up to the holiday.
Open Road Films has created this star-studded comedy just in time for the big day. I had the opportunity to take my mom and my expecting friend Jessica to theater to watch it last night. I was a little nervous about what to expect. I have seen other films similar to this (with several stories that somehow are supposed to combine in the end) and totally was unimpressed. This movie made it work. It tells the story of a newly widowed father and his daughters, a divorcee and the problems that arise with new people in their personal and children's lives, a business woman, a young couple struggling with the idea of marriage, and sisters who don't know how to speak to their parent's anymore.
My favorite story of the film is the young couple. One of them wants to tie the knot, but the other is holding back because they still need to "find out/discover who they are." Doubts, fears, and uncertainty can often old us back from progressing in life, but if we can learn to trust in others (and most importantly ourselves) we can move forward with faith. I know it is easier said than done and we all make mistakes or hold back, but it is never too late to open our hearts and let love in.
*The film also helped me realize all moms are a little bit crazy (just as much as children, dads, and friends are crazy too).*
Check out the Mother's Day Card I made on the official Movie website HERE.
I was recently talking with one of my favorite humans about who we would want to have as celebrity neighbors. We both agreed on Bill Murray.
The next day, I had the opportunity to see the new movie The Jungle Book (directed by Jon Favreau (“Iron Man”), based on Rudyard Kipling’s timeless story and inspired by Disney’s classic animated film)in the theater and I was surprised to hear Mr. Murray's voice as Baloo the Bear. I think he was my favorite part of the movie.
In fact, the film has a fabulous cast for voices of the characters including: Idris Elba, Scarlett Johansson, Lupita Nyong’o, Sir Ben Kingsley, Christopher Walken, and Giancarlo Esposito. The film blends live-action with photorealistic CGI animals and environments and uses up-to-the-minute technology and storytelling techniques. It is fabulous and totally worth seeing in 3D and IMAX 3D.
Here are some fun movie printables for you to enjoy to help contain your excitement for the movie.
THE JUNGLE BOOK opens in theatres everywhere on April 15, 2016!
As I’m sure everyone is aware, STAR WARS: THE FORCE AWAKENS is now playing in theaters everywhere! If you haven’t seen it yet, I promise it will live up to your wildest expectations!
Don't believe me? The film set a new all-time domestic debut record with an estimated $238M and with a five-day international debut of $279M, the film has taken in $517M globally.
Want the stats?
This new Star Wars has crushed several all-time domestic box office records, including:
· biggest Thursday preview gross - $57M.
· biggest Friday and single-day gross - $120.5M.
· first film ever to post a single day over $100M.
· fastest film to $100M and $200M.
· biggest December debut (nearly 3 times previous record of $84.6M).
· biggest IMAX Thursday night preview ($5.7M), single-day ($14M, Friday), and weekend ($30.1M).
· highest theater average for a wide release ($57,568).
STAR WARS: THE FORCE AWAKENS debuted day-and-date internationally in nearly every market (except Greece and India, which open Dec. 24, and China, which opens Jan. 9) and set records in many including:
· biggest opening weekend of all time in UK (4-day), Australia, Russia, Germany, Sweden, Norway, Finland, Austria, Poland (3-day), Denmark (5-day), Romania, Hungary, Bulgaria, Croatia, Ukraine, Iceland, Serbia, New Zealand. Second biggest opening weekend in France, Belgium, Israel, Chile.
· biggest IMAX global debut of $48M.
The Force is strong with critics and audiences everywhere, whose enthusiastic reactions have powered a 95% Rotten Tomatoes score and an excellent A CinemaScore, with an A+ among women and younger audiences.
WOW! That's a lot of light saber fans watching the movie.
Enjoy the photos and printable and, if you haven't yet, enjoy the film!
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