Ultimate Disney has several new tidbits on upcoming DVD releases from Disney. First up, October’s Cinderella Platinum Edition DVD’s bonus features will include “a look at great Cinderella moments where artists, entertainers and other people have overcome obstacles to achieve their dreams, a featurette on the world of royalty and castles, and a room make-over […]

According to The Internet Movie Database, Jeanine Tesori, who wrote the songs for Mulan II, will pen the songs for Rapunzel Unbraided, set to enchant audiences in 2007.

In a promotional meeting for DreamWork’s upcoming “unscripted reality drama,” The Contender, a staff member of IGN FilmForce was able to get Jeffrey Katzenberg to speak briefly about Shrek 3. According to Katzenberg, Shrek 3 is still on track for a 2007 release and will feature Antonio Banderas reprising his role as Puss N’ Boots, […]

The Internet Movie Database observes that from Wednesday, January 26 through Friday, January 28, Michael Eisner conversed with DisneyWar author James Stewart, from mid-afternoon to 10:00pm. These talks consisted of Eisner attempting to persuade Stewart to make thorough alterations in the anticipated book, coming to stores nationwide on February 22, 2005. Oddly enough, supposedly, many […]

Latino Review has the final domestic poster for Robots, hitting theaters on March 11, 2005. In the meantime, two clips from the film are available for viewing at Yahoo! Movies.

It has been advised that actors should “never work with kids or dogs”. Apparently, nobody told that to Jamie Kennedy, though, as he does both in Son of the Mask, coming to theaters this Friday. Says Kennedy, “The dog’s really cute, the baby’s really cute, the baby does some cool effects. I’m just a straight […]

The Internet Movie Poster Awards has the newest poster for Madagascar, coming to theaters on May 27, 2005.

Variety reports that DisneyWar, James B. Stewart’s expose of Michael Eisner’s 20-year tenure at Disney, hit bookstores on Wednesday, making its release three weeks ahead of schedule. In fact, some Los Angeles bookstores sold their entire stock, roughly 80 copies, of DisneyWar in one day, including Dutton’s locations in Brentwood and Beverly Hills, along with […]

Jim Hill Media quickly reports about his attending a public screening of Tony West & Dan Lund’s Dream On Silly Dreamer, which spotlights the demise of traditional animation at Walt Disney Studios. According to the site, it appears that Roy Disney himself was also in attendance at the “well-recieved” screening. Thanks to Cory Mitchell at […]

Animation Insider interviews voice actor Charlie Schlatter, voice actress Candi Milo, and animation producer Bill Schultz of Mike Young Productions’ CGI television series Pet Alien. The comedy focuses on the adventures of pre-teen Tommy Cadle, who must cater to a group of aliens that are extending their visit to earth in order to learn more […]

National Public Radio investigates the growing interest of anime in the USA. One needs Real Media Player or Windows Media Player to listen to the reports. Thanks to ‘GeorgeC’ at the Animated-News Forum for the info.

Yomiuri On-Line reports that Studio Ghibli will leave major publishing company Tokuma Shoten Publishing Co. by the end of March, in order to become an independent corporation. Establishing in Koganei, Tokyo, the company will have director Hayao Miyazaki and producer Toshio Suzuki serving as two of its board members. Established in 1985 as a subsidiary […]

Yahoo! Movies has the newest trailer for Madagascar, with the lemurs being in the spotlight this time around. Madagascar opens in theaters May 27, 2005.

The Disney Database has posted more info concerning the upcoming Tarzan II. George Carlin, Randy Savage, and Dallas Page have been added to the cast of the anticipated “midquel”. In addition, the site has a larger version of the film’s logo. Tarzan II is scheduled to be released on June 14, 2005.

A nice preview for the Pocahontas: 10th Anniversary Edition DVD is available at Disney’s website, as noted by Ultimate Disney.

IGN FilmForce writes on Blue Man Group’s contribution to the musical score of Robots. Teaming with composer John Powell, the group exercises its eclectic percussive skills on the film’s soundtrack. The Robots soundtrack will be released March 1st, while the original motion picture score will be released on March 15th. Blue Man Group will perform […]

Over at Jim Hill Media, Veteran Disney animator Floyd Norman recounts working on his Brer Rabbit Christmas Story and offers his opinion on the oft-rumored Song of the South DVD.

Ultimate Disney points to Amazon.com, where the “midquel” Tarzan II is listed as having June 14, 2005 for a release date. Meanwhile, May 31st will bring about the next wave of Classic Cartoon Favorites, including Volume 5 – Extreme Sports Fun, Volume 6 – Extreme Music Fun, and Volume 7 – Extreme Adventure Fun.

Annasophia Robb talks on Charlie and the Chocolate Factory to Dark Horizons, confirming that there will be singing in the film and commenting on working with Johnny Depp.

A new poster for Son of the Mask has popped up at eBay. Son of the Mask opens in theaters on February 18, 2005. In related news, Coming Soon reports New Line Cinema and Milton Bradley are teaming up to have a Twister Contest for the Children’s Museum of Manhattan (CMOM). The contest is inspired […]

The Internet Movie Database indicates that Roy E. Disney applauds Dream On Silly Dreamer, veteran Disney animator Dan Lund’s documentary on Disney’s move from traditional to computer animation. Partially animated itself, the 40-minute Dream On Silly Dreamer includes interviews from former Disney animators. Roy Disney stated on Tuesday, “I have to say how very human […]

In an interview with Moviehole concerning her new film Constantine, Tilda Swinton mentions her work in the upcoming The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe. “I’m really convinced that it will be exactly what it should be, which is a classical, very cinematic adaptation of that book. It’s got a really […]

Dark Horizons notices that an update has been subtly made to the FAQ section of the official Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles website. In answer to the question of a fourth movie, the site responds, “We’re currently working with a studio on a new film. If we can come to an agreement on the script and […]

Ain’t It Cool News has an early look at Son of the Mask, referring to it as a “live action Tom and Jerry cartoon with less imagination and purpose for that matter,” in addition to comparing it to Mike Myers’ Cat in the Hat. Son of the Mask opens in theaters February 18th.

Coming Soon has the Super Bowl television spot for Robots, in addition to the television spots for Batman Begins and War of the Worlds.

Recharge Magazine interviews the screenwriters of The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe, Christopher Markus and Steven McFeely. The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe opens in theaters December 9, 2005.

The Internet Movie Database lists March 31, 2006 as the release date for Ice Age 2: The Meltdown.

According to Moviehole, James Gunn, writer of the first two Scooby Doo movies, states that if there is a Scooby Doo 3, it will likely be without him, director Raja Gosnell, Matthew Lillard, Linda Cardellini, Freddie Prinze Jr., and Sarah Michelle Gellar. Gunn further predicts that the film will likely be direct-to-video.

M&C Movies has several new pics from Sprung! The Magic Roundabout. A date for the film’s U.S. release has yet to be announced.

Ossie Davis, well-known for his roles dealing with racial injustice, has passed away at the age of 87, an aide said Friday. The actor was found dead in his hotel room in Miami Beach, Fla. At the time, he was involved in the film Retirement. Davis’ career involved not only acting, but directing and producing […]