Category Archives: Disney

Illumination CEO refutes rumors about the development of a Zelda movie

Illumination CEO Chris Meledandri has denied recent reports about the development of a Legend of Zelda movie following the immense success of The Super Mario Bros. Movie. Despite widespread speculation, Meledandri refuted the claims, stating, ‘I don’t know where that came from.’ While acknowledging the natural tendency for such assumptions given their successful collaboration with […]

Migration Trailer: Minions Studio Presents Animated Duck Family Lost in NYC

Illumination, the studio behind the Minions franchise, unveils the trailer for its upcoming animated film, Migration. The movie follows an over-anxious duck family’s attempt to embark on a vacation and features a star-studded voice cast including Awkwafina, Elizabeth Banks, Danny DeVito, Carol Kane, Keegan-Michael Key, and Kumail Nanjiani. Scheduled for release on December 22, Migration […]

Get the Scoop on Illumination’s ‘Migration’: Release Date, Plot, and Trailer

Illumination, renowned for hits like ‘Mario’ and ‘Minions,’ is gearing up for their next animated triumph, ‘Migration.’ With a stellar track record in capturing both childlike wonder and adult appeal, the studio’s recent success, ‘The Super Mario Bros. Movie,’ charmed audiences with nods to classic games. Now, anticipation builds for ‘Migration,’ an adventure comedy exploring […]

Can ‘How to Train Your Dragon’ Escape the Live-Action Disney Jinx?

Dreamworks is venturing into the live-action realm with a remake of the popular animated series, ‘How to Train Your Dragon.’ Casting has commenced, and key roles, including Gerard Butler reprising his character Stoick the Vast, have been announced. The move follows Disney’s attempts at live-action adaptations, raising questions about Dreamworks’ potential success in navigating this […]

Six Features That Distinguish DreamWorks All-Star Kart Racing From Mario Kart

While DreamWorks All-Star Kart Racing may share a visual resemblance to the iconic Mario Kart franchise, it distinguishes itself in several key aspects, setting it apart as a unique gaming experience. Released in November 2023 for Nintendo Switch, PC, PlayStation, and Xbox consoles, the game quickly garnered attention for its innovative approach. In essence, while […]

DreamWorks Animation cuts 4% of workforce, shifts to ‘Mixed Production’ approach

Amid industry challenges stemming from unpredictable box office performances, escalating production expenses, and disruptions caused by guild strikes, DreamWorks Animation is undergoing a workforce reduction. The NBC-Universal-owned studio is aiming to trim production costs by 20%, prompting the layoff of approximately 70 employees, constituting 4% of its staff. In response to the downsizing, DreamWorks Animation […]

DreamWorks readies the release of ‘Kung Fu Panda 4’ in Mainland China

DreamWorks has ignited a wave of anticipation in the cinematic landscape with the official confirmation of ‘Kung Fu Panda 4’ releasing in mainland China. Although the exact release date remains a closely guarded secret, DreamWorks strategically unveiled a new Chinese-language trailer on its Weibo account, underscoring its intent to penetrate the significant Chinese market. The […]

DreamWorks Animation to Cut 70 Jobs

DreamWorks Animation is currently in the midst of a strategic restructuring, involving a reduction of approximately 70 positions across various divisions, including corporate functions, feature film production, television, and technology departments. This workforce reduction is part of an overarching cost-reduction initiative, as confirmed by a spokesperson for DreamWorks Animation in a statement to Variety. As […]

DreamWorks All-Star Kart Racing is not your typical tie-in game

Surprisingly, DreamWorks All-Star Kart Racing offers an enjoyable experience, diverging from the typical tie-in game formula. Although it may not compete with classics like Mario Kart or Crash Team Racing, the game introduces unique mechanics and attention to detail that set it apart. Unlike many tie-in games that often feel like cash grabs, DreamWorks All-Star […]

Disney and Marvel are reevaluating “She-Hulk: Attorney at Law,” but a second season remains a potential outcome

Marvel Studios is reportedly reassessing the future of “She-Hulk: Attorney at Law,” and the return of Bob Iger as Disney CEO is seen as a key factor influencing this reconsideration for a potential second season. Despite the initial positive reception of the series, “She-Hulk” faced challenges, with a crowded Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) lineup diminishing […]