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Best Picture Winner Nomadland Arrives on Blu-ray April 27

Posted on April 25, 2021 | Filed Under: Pop Culture | Tags: Bob Wells, Chloé Zhao, Frances McDormand, Nomadland | 3 Comments

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“Nomadland” is a beautifully filmed, thoughtful movie starring Academy Award winner Frances McDormand. McDormand’s Fern, recently widowed and without a job, embarks on a journey unlike any other that we have seen in movies. The film is set in 2011 and follows Fern as she travels throughout the American Southwest in her renovated van looking for work. The movie explores the idea of what makes a place a home. Is it a permanent residency in a … [Read more...]

Disney’s Raya and the Last Dragon {Review + FREE Kids Activity Sheets}

Posted on April 9, 2021 | Filed Under: Pop Culture | Tags: Disney Animation, Kelly Marie Tran, Raya and the Last Dragon, Sandra Oh | 1 Comment

Raya and Tuk Tuk

“Raya and the Last Dragon” is a fun, adventure-filled movie. At the start of the film, we learn that long ago, in the fantasy world of Kumandra, humans and dragons lived together in harmony. Then sinister monsters known as the Druun threatened the land, turning people into stone. The dragons created a powerful Dragon Gem to fight the Druun, but by doing so, they sacrificed themselves to save humanity. Shortly after, Kumandra and the people who … [Read more...]

Taste of Universal {Foodie Review}

Posted on March 25, 2021 | Filed Under: Food, Local Events | Tags: Minion Cafe, Taste of Universal, Universal Studios Hollywood, Wizarding World of Harry Potter | 5 Comments

Minion Cafe

Last weekend, I attended Taste of Universal with my family. It had been over a year since we were inside of Universal Studios and when we heard about this foodie event, we immediately bought tickets! Prices for the tickets vary, depending on what day of the week you attend. Your ticket includes 5 food or beverage items (3 for kids). Not a bad deal considering most of the food items cost between $7-10. Although all rides, shows, and … [Read more...]

Disney-Pixar’s Soul Arrives on Blu-ray, DVD and Digital on March 23rd {Giveaway}

Posted on March 21, 2021 | Filed Under: Pop Culture | Tags: Disney, Jamie Foxx, Pixar, Soul, Tina Fey | 17 Comments

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Soul is an entertaining and heartwarming story from Disney-Pixar. Filled with outstanding visuals and toe-tapping jazz music, it’s a movie that Disney fans will surely want to own! Jamie Foxx leads an all-star cast in this hilarious, heart-filled adventure. Disney and Pixar’s Soul introduces Joe, who lands the gig of his life at the best jazz club in town. But one misstep lands Joe in a fantastical place: The Great Before. There, he teams … [Read more...]

Tom & Jerry Arrives in Theaters and HBO Max on February 26th

Posted on February 25, 2021 | Filed Under: Pop Culture | Tags: Chloe Grace Moretz, Michael Pena, Tom & Jerry, Tom & Jerry Movie, Warner Bros. Pictures | 2 Comments

Tom and Jerry Movie_Chloe Grace Moretz

Growing up, I loved watching the “Tom & Jerry” cartoon. I have a soft spot for Jerry, that little mischievous mouse. Now my daughter has seen clips of the old cartoon but what I know most kids are looking forward to is a “Tom & Jerry” movie that is made especially for this generation. The wait is over because “Tom & Jerry” opens in theaters and on HBO Max tomorrow, February 26th! The movie stars Chloë Grace Moretz, Michael … [Read more...]

Am I a Unicorn? {Book Review + Giveaway}

Posted on December 6, 2020 | Filed Under: Books | Tags: Am I a Unicorn, children's book, Stephanie Sorkin | 2 Comments

Am I a Unicorn - Book Cover

What is a unicorn? A unicorn is a one-of-a-kind, sparkly, and magical creature that look like a horse with a horn sticking out of its forehead. What happens when a unicorn breaks its horn, will he or she still be accepted? In Stephanie Sorkin’s latest book, “Am I a Unicorn?” readers will learn about one unicorn’s journey of self-acceptance. It all starts out when a young unicorn wakes up in the morning, rushes downstairs to eat the … [Read more...]

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