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Who’s excited for The BFG? Based on the best-selling book by Roald Dahl, this film is set to hit theaters everywhere this summer, on July 1st! It’s directed by Steven Spielberg so we already know it’s going to be extra amazing!
Check out the new trailer here:
It’s going to be a great summer! I can’t wait to see this on the big screen! Follow The BFG on Facebook and Walt Disney Studios on Twitter and Instagram.
Oh I can’t wait for this one! DreamWorks Pictures’ “The Light Between Oceans“, will open in theaters on September 2! 
It’s a heart-breaking drama about fate, love, moral dilemmas and the lengths to which one couple will go to see their dreams realized. 
The film, based on the best-selling novel by M.L. Stedman, stars Michael Fassbender, Alicia Vikander, Rachel Weisz, Bryan Brown and Jack Thompson and is written for the screen and directed by Derek Cianfrance,
Watch the trailer:
I think this calls for a Girls Night Out, don’t you? September 2 can’t come soon enough!
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I don’t think there’s a person out there who isn’t excited and counting down the days until “Finding Dory” swims in theaters on June 17! 
This long awaited sequel to “Finding Nemo” is going to be the best kickoff to our summer yet! If you haven’t watched the trailer yet, here it is:
Well, they just released a fun memory game and some other free printables for you to print out and enjoy with your family. I can’t wait to use the “Finding Dory” calendar! It’s a great way to keep track of our family’s schedule during our crazy-busy week! You can download and print these out by clicking on the links below each image.
To download this fun Finding Dory Memory Match game pages, click here. I highly recommend printing the game out on cardstock.
To download the Finding Dory Family Calendar, click here.
To download the Finding Dory dot-to-dot sheets, click here.
To download this Finding Dory coloring pages, click here.
Don’t forget to follow “Finding Dory” movie on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Will you be seeing it when it hits theaters on June 17? I know I will be!
At the beginning of this year, when I got a sneak peek at all of the blockbuster films that were going to be released by Walt Disney Studios in 2016, “QUEEN OF KATWE” was one that particularly intrigued me. I LOVE Lupita Nyong’o and just think she is beyond beautiful and is such a talented actress. 
“QUEEN OF KATWE” is the vibrant true story of a young girl from the streets of rural Uganda whose world rapidly changes when she is introduced to the game of chess and, as a result of the support she receives from her family and community, is instilled with the confidence and determination she needs to pursue her dream of becoming an international chess champion. 
The powerful film, also stars David Oyelowo and newcomer Madina Nalwanga and is directed by Mira Nair. It’s set to be released in theaters this September 23!
Watch the trailer here:
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Have you seen the Walt Disney Animation Studios’ comedy-adventure, “Zootopia” yet? Actually I should ask how many times you’ve seen it? (We’ve seen it three times!) This hilarious family film has broken records worldwide earning more than $900 million at the global box office to date and was named the best reviewed movie of 2016. 
Critics and audiences around the world have fallen in love with the wonderfully innovative animal metropolis of “Zootopia” and the comedic chemistry of rookie rabbit officer Judy Hopps (Ginnifer Goodwin) and scam-artist fox Nick Wilde (Jason Bateman). The voice cast of “Zootopia” is epic. We rushed out immediately after seeing it and bought a bunch of Tsum Tsums to make this cute little stop-motion video on my daughter’s Musical.ly account.
Well great news…it arrives home on Digital HD, Blu-ray™, Disney Movies Anywhere, DVD and On-Demand (does not include bonus) platforms June 7, 2016, viewers will not only be able to enjoy the vibrant world of Zootopia and reunite with their favorite characters, but also discover more about the evolution of this extraordinary tale through in-depth bonus offerings. 
Features include:
Bonus features include*:
BLU-RAY 3D, BLU-RAY & DIGITAL HD:
Deleted Scenes:
DVD:
DIGITAL HD EXCLUSIVE:
We’re so ready to own our own copy of “Zootopia” and be able to watch it together as a family at home this summer! I’m also having a giveaway! One of my lucky readers will win their very own copy of “Zootopia”! You can enter below on the Rafflecopter! Giveaway only open to US Residents. Good luck and thanks for reading!
Calling all Sofia the First fans! On June 7, a brand-new DVD will be released and you’re going to love it as much as all of the others! This DVD features TWO special appearances, too. You’ll see Princess Merida (“Brave”) and Olaf (“Frozen”)! Plus, each DVD has a FREE Sofia Necklace Inside! 
Here’s a synopsis:
Aunt Tilly returns to give her a gift that will unlock a secret world and appoint Sofia storykeeper of magical books without endings in “Sofia the First: The Secret Library.” Follow along as Sofia pursues adventures that will finish the narratives, including rescuing Minimus’ brother from an evil prince and setting out on a mission to stop Miss Nettle from stealing all the beautiful snowdrop flowers from the wintery kingdom of Freezenberg. Merida from Disney•Pixar’s “Brave” and Olaf from Disney’s “Frozen” make special appearances.
The DVD includes the following episodes:
As if that wasn’t exciting enough, I”m also giving away three (3) copies of “Sofia the First: The Secret Library” to 3 lucky readers. To enter my giveaway, go to the Rafflecopter below. Good luck everyone! a Rafflecopter giveaway
Last week, I shared the exciting news about Disney’s first Latina-inspired Princess, “Elena of Avalon” who will be making her debut this summer in a TV series on Disney Channel. “Elena of Avalor” follows the story of Elena, a brave and adventurous teenager who saves her kingdom from an evil sorceress and must now learn to rule as crown princess until she is old enough to be queen. Elena’s adventures will lead her to understand that her new role requires thoughtfulness, resilience and compassion, the traits of all truly great leaders. Aimee Carrero (Freeform’s “Young & Hungry”) stars as the voice of Elena. 
This week, there’s more news about “Elena of Avalor” and the gowns that she’ll be wearing. Disney has collaborated with Project Runway All Stars’ Layana Aguilar to design the ballgown for Elena of Avalor, Best known as a fan-favorite contestant on Project Runway (Season 11) and Project Runway All Stars (Season 5), 
Layana Aguilar has gone on to create her own successful brand including a contemporary womenswear label designed to celebrate the many roles that women play in their day-to-day lives while owning their individuality and feeling empowered, and has designed for top celebrities such as Beyoncé, Heidi Klum, Dascha Polanco and others. 
This is an image of the ballgown that she designed, which also served as the inspiration for the dress that Elena will wear at Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort when she begins making appearances later this year. At Walt Disney World Resort, Elena will appear in the Magic Kingdom beginning in August. At Disneyland Resort, she will appear at Disney California Adventure this fall. I cannot wait to see it all come to life!
This is not a sponsored post. All opinions are 100% my own. Images and photos are property of Disney.
Michelangelo, Donatello, Leonardo, and Raphael will return to theaters this summer to battle bigger, badder villains, alongside April O’Neil (Megan Fox), Vern Fenwick (Will Arnett), and a newcomer: the hockey-masked vigilante Casey Jones (Stephen Amell). After supervillain Shredder escapes custody, he joins forces with mad scientist Baxter Stockman (Tyler Perry) and two dimwitted henchmen, Bebop (Gary Anthony Williams) and Rocksteady (WWE Superstar Stephen “Sheamus” Farrelly), to unleash a diabolical plan to take over the world. As the Turtles prepare to take on Shredder and his new crew, they find themselves facing an even greater evil with similar intentions: the notorious Krang.
Watch the newest trailer:
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Out of the Shadows will be theaters June 3, 2016! Will you be there to watch it? I know our family will!
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Meeska-Mooska-Mickey-Mouse! If you’re a fan of Mickey Mouse Clubhouse like I am, get up and get up and do The Hot Dog Dance again because there’s a new DVD releasing on Disney DVD! Mickey’s Sport-Y-Thon will be available on May 24! 
Here’s a synopsis:
Put on your sneakers and get ready for the greatest sporting event ever! Join referee Goofy, along with Mickey and all of his Clubhouse Pals, as they compete in the first-ever Sport-Y-Thon, an action-filled sports tournament. Share the excitement – and a sky-high view of the action – as sportscasters Pete and Donald Duck broadcast live from above in the Sport-Y-Thon Blimp! Who will earn a prized Golden Mickey Medal? Help our heroes discover that with teamwork and good sportsmanship, everybody wins! Jam-packed with over two hours of song-filled episodes, Mickey’s Sport-Y-Thon will have you calling for an instant replay!
This pack includes 6 episodes and a Mickey gold medal. Get ready to watch these fun episodes :
So, who’s excited for this new DVD? Who’s your favorite character from the Mickey Mouse Clubhouse?
I’m also hosting a giveaway. Three lucky readers are going to win their very own copy of “Mickey’s Sport-Y-Thon”! Enter the giveaway below in the Rafflecopter! Good luck everyone!
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