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Disney Legend Floyd Norman writes (and talks) about his Animated Life

Jeremie Noyer speaks exclusively to Disney Legend Floyd Norman about his amazing new book My Animated Life, which recounts many anecdotes from his career in Disney Animation.

Curious George 2: Follow That Monkey

Those who liked the first Curious George movie should be more than curious about the little mischievous monkey’s second feature length outing, even if it’s just a bit of fluffy, non-groundbreaking fun.

Fantastic Mr. Fox

Wes Anderson’s fantastic film of Roald Dahl’s children’s crime caper will enchant most, and even if Fox’s disc isn’t exactly packed with extras, there are still some well-rounded supplements and exemplary technical aspects to be enjoyed.

Easter goodies, plus a review roundup!

Disney’s Ghibli Collection and recent major title reviews, Easter specials and our Easter Basket contest!

Toy Story / Toy Story 2: Special Editions

Although the lack of HD on the classic DVD extras is a shame, the first two films in Pixar’s signature series get the premium treatment on Blu-ray just in time for this summer’s third installment.

MGM and Fox Favorites Easter Basket – Winner Announced!

We teamed with MGM and Fox to offer the chance to win an Easter Basket stuffed with top titles and goodies, including the brand new Alvin And The Chipmunks: The Squeakquel – Winner Announced!

The First Easter Rabbit: Deluxe Edition

Rankin/Bass move away from the stop-motion that made their name for this sometimes strange hand-animated origin of the Easter Bunny, but the results are rather crude and Warners’ disc is missing the “deluxe” element of the cover’s banner.

Bugs Bunny’s Easter Funnies

Friz Freleng’s 1977 television special pulls together some classic Looney Tunes cartoons with new animated sequences and, though the splicing is easily seen, it’s an entertaining enough hour.

How To Train Your Dragon

DreamWorks’ How To Train Your Dragon is a high-flying adventure with humor, a solid story, amazing visuals, and an unexpected amount of heart — it easily ranks as one of the studio’s best.

Enter The Scooby Sweepstakes and win a frightful gift pack – Winner Announced!

Warner Bros. Consumer Products and AV give you a chance to win big in the Scooby-Doo Movie Mystery Sweepstakes promo – Winner Announced!

Toy Story and Toy Story 2 on Blu-ray/DVD – Winner Announced!

Toy Story and Toy Story 2 Blu-ray/DVD combo discs – Winner Announced!

Tim Burton’s Alice In Wonderland: How illustrator Dawn Brown decorated the Red Queen’s Castle

Jeremie Noyer speaks exclusively to conceptual artist Dawn Brown about her extraordinary work on Tim Burton’s trip down the rabbit hole!

The Princess And The Frog

Disney’s nostalgic return to the old-school provides a fine time for all ages, even if the magic feels like it’s repeating itself a little. The BD serves up a terrific image, though the extras feel recycled too.

Win The Princess and the Frog on Blu-ray/DVD – Winner Announced!

Animated Views is giving away the just released The Princess and the Frog Blu-ray/DVD combo disc to one lucky reader!

Ponyo

Miyazaki’s latest film is a fantasy spectacular. The simple story and quiet ending do little to detract from what is an animation tour de force.

My Neighbor Totoro

Miyazaki’s family classic gets its best DVD treatment yet. The reissue has no serious drawbacks, and packs in some nice new extras.

Castle In The Sky

Studio Ghibli’s first film is an imaginative adventure movie, but the new DVD has some problems. Video, dubbing, and a lost subtitle track are all concerns.

Kiki’s Delivery Service

The 2010 DVD edition of this fine Studio Ghibli film easily bests the 2003 version, with better video, changes that bring it closer to the original Japanese film, and a plethora of new bonus features. Miyazaki fans should be very pleased.

Join our live Oscar chat tonight

Join members of the Animated Views team and your fellow forum members for a live chat during the Oscar telecast! Not only will we talk shop, we’ll also keep a running live update of who is leading in our Oscar prediction contest throughout the night! We’ll officially kick off the chat at 7:30pm ET tonight.

Animated Views’ 6th Annual Oscar Contest – Winner Announced!

We’re giving away a Blu-ray/DVD combo pack bundle worth over $250! All you have to do is predict who is going to win at the 82nd Annual Academy Awards!

Oscar goes Blu!

Current reviews, and the return of the annual Animated Views Oscar Contest!

You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown: Remastered Deluxe Edition

The animated adaptation of the musical that came from an album inspired by the comic strip. Despite the fourth-generation status, it still feels delightfuly like Peanuts.

Tom and Jerry’s Greatest Chases: Volume 4

Animation’s most famous cat and mouse duo return with the fourth volume of their Greatest Chases. After two releases last year, Warner continues to repackage classic shorts in these family-friendly discs.

Winnie the Pooh: A Valentine For You

Winnie the Pooh: A Valentine For You is back on DVD along with two other episodes from The New Adventures of Winnie the Pooh.

Celebrate Valentines with Winnie The Pooh – Winner Announced!

Winnie The Pooh: A Valentine For You Special Edition – Winner Announced!

Super Friends: Season One, Volume One

Finally, Warner releases the very first incarnation of Super Friends. The two-disc set is no-frills, but it’s nice to finally meet Wendy and Marvin.

The Princess And The Frog‘s Supervising Animator Mark Henn – Part 5: Down In New Orleans

Jeremie Noyer concludes his five-part discussion with Mark Henn, speaking with the traditional Disney animator about his latest heroine for the Studio!

Turning up for Tooning In!

Animated Views updates, and prepare for the new-look Animated Views Forum coming this weekend!

The Princess And The Frog’s Supervising Animator Mark Henn – Part 4: Americana

Jeremie Noyer continues his multi-part discussion with Mark Henn, from directing John Henry to animating in a post-Home On The Range Disney Studio.

Iron Man: Armored Adventures: Volume 2

Iron Man: Armored Adventures takes the well-known story of Marvel superhero Iron Man reinvented as a prodigious high school student.