Tag: Jeanine Yamanaka

Review: “The Jungle Book”

Posted on by Jeanine Yamanaka
“The Jungle Book,” a new live-action retelling of the classic 1967 animated feature from Walt Disney Studios and Director Jon Favreau, reinvents the Rudyard Kipling fable for our time in dazzlingly photorealistic CG. While keeping some of the songs and whimsy of the Disney feature, Favreau’s “Jungle Book” leans more towards the darker tones of … Continue reading "Review: “The Jungle Book”"
No Comments

Press Junket: “The Jungle Book”

Posted on by Jeanine Yamanaka
Coming out on April 15th is Walt Disney Studio’s latest film, “The Jungle Book.” Directed by Jon Favreau, it tells the familiar story of Mowgli, an orphan raised in the jungle, who must seek out Man’s Village for protection against the murderous tiger, Shere Khan. [All non-attributed photos and video courtesy of Disney.] At a … Continue reading "Press Junket: “The Jungle Book”"
No Comments

“Star Wars Rebels” Season 2 Finale Tonight!

Posted on by Jeanine Yamanaka
Tonight, March 30th, the action-packed second season of “Star Wars Rebels” comes to a close with the one-hour finale “Twilight of the Apprentice: Part I and II.” [Photos and video courtesy of Disney] For those who may have fallen a few episodes behind, you can quickly catch up with the episodes available for streaming on … Continue reading "“Star Wars Rebels” Season 2 Finale Tonight!"
No Comments

“Zootopia” at the El Capitan Theatre

Posted on by Jeanine Yamanaka
People looking for the complete “Zootopia” viewing experience can head towards Disney’s El Capitan Theatre in Hollywood for some charming extras. As usual, House Organist Rob Richards starts off every show with a rousing Disney medley. After the trailers, a Wild Animal Encounter show takes place, in which audiences are given a glimpse of some … Continue reading "“Zootopia” at the El Capitan Theatre"
No Comments

“Countdown to Zootopia,” at the El Capitan Theatre

Posted on by Jeanine Yamanaka
For seven days, the El Capitan Theatre in Hollywood is having a special movie series called “Countdown to Zootopia.” Building up to the general release of “Zootopia” on March 4th, each night will feature a different movie from Disney’s Second Renaissance/Revival period complete with giveaways, raffles, and appearances by special guests from the films’ cast … Continue reading "“Countdown to Zootopia,” at the El Capitan Theatre"
No Comments

“Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs” at the El Capitan Theatre

Posted on by Jeanine Yamanaka
For one night only, the El Capitan Theatre in Hollywood had a special showing of the Walt Disney classic, “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs” to commemorate its release in the new home video series, Walt Disney Signature Collection. The evening began with a short drawing for “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs” Collection Blu-rays, … Continue reading "“Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs” at the El Capitan Theatre"
No Comments

“Zootopia” Press Day, Part 3

Posted on by Jeanine Yamanaka
A new exhibit on the research that went into Disney's upcoming animated film "Zootopia" will soon be available at Rafiki's Planet Watch at Disney's Animal Kingdom. In order to create the rich and engaging modern mammal metropolis of Zootopia and its wide variety of animal inhabitants, the filmmakers spent 18 months studying animals and their habitats. Their very first stop was Disney's Animal Kingdom in March 2014, where they worked closely with the park's team of animal care professionals. You can also now catch a special sneak preview of scenes from "Zootopia" as part of the One Man's Dream attraction at Disney's Hollywood Studios.
No Comments

Star Wars: The Force Awakens Playset for Disney Infinity 3.0

Posted on by Jeanine Yamanaka
Concomitant to the release of the wildly successful blockbuster of the same name, Disney Infinity launched their third Star Wars playset: “Star Wars: The Force Awakens.” The playset ships with characters Rey and Finn, with Kylo Ren and Poe available separately. An associated power disc pack contains Poe’s Resistance Jacket, Resistance Tactical Strike, Quad Jumper, … Continue reading "Star Wars: The Force Awakens Playset for Disney Infinity 3.0"
One Comment