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Why classic cartoons receive contemporary adaptations
The New York Times speculates on the trend of turning classic television series, particularly those of the animated variety, into theatrical films. With Underdog being the main example at hand,… |
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Download free episode of Tigger & Pooh
One may now legally download a free episode of the new Playhouse Disney series My Friends Tigger & Pooh at iTunes. The episode includes the two adventures Rabbit’s Ruta-Wakening and… |
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Bravestarr: The Movie
…mysticism and iconography with sci-fi concepts. It almost seems a little too “high concept,” but it is certainly interesting to take in. And, as Filmation’s greatest artistic triumph, it’s great… |
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The Richie Rich Scooby-Doo Show: Volume One
…my comic-themed shelf rather than my H-B shelf, I guess.) The disc contents list on the inside of the digipack is invaluable, as it lists each episode with its accompanying… |
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Bravestarr comes to two-disc DVD from BCI
…the world, BCI has acquired an extensive library including animation, action, sports, horror, drama and special interest programming. The BCI brand is committed to bringing the most original product to… |
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The Jungle Book 2: Special Edition
…eyes of a little girl named Shanti that enticed Mowgli to follow her into the village. Shanti denies doing so intentionally, but she obviously has a fondness for Mowgli. She… |
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Bridge to Terabithia DVD press release
…artistic 5th grade boy, is the fastest runner in school until new girl in town, outgoing Leslie Burke (Charlie and the Chocolate Factory star AnnaSophia Robb), busts Jess’s speed record…. |
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Nickelodeon falls by the Wayside
…Jewls’ class on the 30th floor as they navigate their way through the ups, ups and ups of grade school.” Produced by Nelvana, the show is based on the best-selling… |
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Story info on Pixar's Up
…Pixar veteran Bob Peterson is writing the script and will co-direct with Monsters Inc director Pete Docter. The site also reveals what seems to be the first piece of concept… |
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Regal Cinemas Free Family Film Festival
…Gromit: The Curse Of The Were-Rabbit, Adventures Of Elmo In Grouchland, Doogal, Curious George, Jonah: A Veggie Tale Movie, Over The Hedge, Charlotte’s Web, Ice Age: The Meltdown, Flushed Away,… |
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TV to DVD: He-Man, The Archie Show
TV Shows on DVD suggests that the 2002 version of He-Man and the Masters of the Universe has been licensed to BCI for release on DVD. BCI is no stranger… |
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TV to DVD: Casper, Denver, Ninja Turtles, Scooby-Doo
TV Shows on DVD reports that the first volume of The Spooktacular New Adventures of Casper, inspired by the 1995 live-action film, will hit stores on September 18. As for… |
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Bee Movie Trailer C
…never-before-seen footage to AOL Moviefone. Click on the link to see superstar comedian Jerry Seinfeld in action as an animated bumblebee experiencing romance and death-defying adventures in the human world…. |
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DC heroes headed to DVD
TVShowsOnDVD has announced two new animated DVD sets to be released soon based on DC Comics superhero characters television series. The first, The Adventures of Aquaman, will feature 36 episodes… |
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Radio characters get animated
o-meon reports that Click and Clack, Public Radio’s famous Tappet brothers, are to become the first-ever animated primetime series for PBS launching in summer 2008. “The fast-paced series will take… |
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Casper's Spooktacular DVD menus
…for The Spooktacular New Adventures of Casper – Volume 1. With the series being an animated spin-off of the 1995 live-action/CGI Casper, the DVD will hit stores on September 18…. |
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Nightmare's here! Plus the Lone Ranger, Zorro…and Wart!
…from 1957, choosing instead to only present Walt’s opening introductory scenes from that show in favor of giving space over to a new game, which is ultimately redundant (it’s one… |
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WALL•E Audio Interview
ComingSoon talked to director Andrew Stanton about his next film, Disney/Pixar’s WALL•E. Set in the year 2700, WALL•E is the story of one robot’s comic adventures as he chases his… |
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WALL•E Concept Art
…2700 and follows the adventures of one little robot as he chases his dream across the galaxy. The film is currently planned to open in US theaters on June 27th,… |
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TV to DVD: Aquaman, Super Powers Team
TV Shows on DVD presents the front and rear artwork for the two-disc DVD packages of The Adventures of Aquaman and The Super Powers Team: Galactic Guardians. From Warner Bros…. |
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Kids' WB! acquires Skunk Fu!
Animation Insider reports that Kids’ WB! has added the animated martial arts comedy Skunk Fu! to its Fall lineup. Acquired from U.K.-based Cake Distribution, the show is the sixth new… |
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101 Dalmatians / 102 Dalmatians (live-action)
…seeing here is “real”, to all intents and purposes, even if they have been trained. Hughes does fall into some of his old clichés at various points, however, introducing some… |
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Simpsons DVD cover, image matchup
…In other Simpsons news, The Adventures of Accordion Guy in the 21st Century offers a unique gallery that matches images from the Simpsons series with similar screengrabs from famous films…. |
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The return of Wallace and Gromit
…yet if it will then compete – as its precursors did – for short subject Academy Award recognition. Fans can follow the creation of the film at Aardman’s official Wallace… |
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The Reluctant Dragon: Disney Exclusive Edition
…a punch line to the film’s running gag, it’s a rather long and drawn-out joke, but it is a fun and breezy cartoon in its own right, remaining perhaps the… |
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Press release: Pixar Short Films Collection
…Pixar Short Films Collection – Volume 1. Containing Pixar’s brief animated classics, from The Adventures of André & Wally B. to Lifted, the anticipated collection is scheduled for November 6…. |
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Sleeping Beauty: Platinum Edition (Blu-ray/DVD)
…modern styled Broadway influenced songs being intended for a classic Disney picture, especially Sleeping Beauty, which is so indelibly linked to its classical score that it is often remarked upon… |
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Madagascar penguins get TV series
…strike force from its Central Park Zoo headquarters, will be produced at the Nickelodeon Animation Studio in Burbank, California and is scheduled to premiere on Nick in early 2009. “This… |
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A bumper weekend post: reviews, announcements and clips…oh my!
…this week, which he at least seems to have come away entertained by, if not being too impressed overall. Those Madagascar Penguins turn up again in the extras for Shrek… |
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UPDATED: Full WALL•E trailer premieres online
…comic adventures as he chases his dream across the galaxy. Update: Empire online has taken off WALL•E‘s full trailer, it is now still available for your viewing pleasure at iKlipz…. |

